A popular locksmith services is broken key extraction. It can happen to anyone and everywhere. You try to open your door or start your car and suddenly the key breaks inside. Broken keys are very unpleasant experience to have. Here are some tips how to prevent a broken key situation and what to do if you have a broken key.
In order to prevent broken keys you should always use a functional copy of your key. If you key is deformed, don’t use it because it can cause you a lot of damage especially when the key breaks inside. If you see that your key is worn simply replace it with a functional key. Always maintain your locks make sure that the tumbler pins or wafers function properly. Call a locksmith from time to time to check and maintain your locks. If you have a broken key inside you lock or ignition, never try to pull it out by yourself. In order to extract the broken key special tools are needed. In extreme cases it is necessary to take the lock out and take it a part in order to extract the broken key. Locksmiths have special tools that are used to extract broken keys and to repair your lock.
