When your door key snaps in half
You have a crisis, the key has snapped in the lock, and the door is open. What do you do? Conversely, the door is locked, and you are stuck in or out. SF Locksmiths is here to help with a snapped key on a uPVC door.
Snapped key in a uPVC door
Why has this happened?
- Too much force applied.
- Cheap copy keys
- Wrong key used
- Accident
Can I remove the key myself?
The first thing is not to make the situation worse. Trying the superglue method will be disastrous, and WD40 is too late. I have been called to a property multiple times, and a well-meaning dad or neighbour has now turned the job into a lengthy process.
Having the correct tools for the job
Depending on the lock type, SF locksmiths have shiny tools for extracting a snapped key in an uPVC door. It will probably look easy, but I still remember my first snapped key on a job, and it took an eternity to retrieve it. The experience gained on that first job was invaluable, and I can now use that experience to help you.
Will it mean a new lock?
Have you got a spare key? If you have a spare, the aim will be to save your existing lock. The good news is that a new barrel will come with five new keys; sometimes, that is the better option for value anyway. Part of the call-out is a door service to ensure everything works correctly afterwards.
Secure your home today
Call your local Rotherham locksmith now for a quote on fixing the snapped key in a uPVC door. We aim to be with you today and ensure you are safe and secure for the future.