Tips for At Home Locksmithing

Quite a number of lock problems can be solved at home without even consulting a locksmith. Failure of the lock mechanism is usually the cause. This may result from the lock being dirty or being very dry warranting lubrication. Graphite is often preferred to lubricate locks. There are various problems that are related to locks. These problems lead to malfunctioning of the lock system and hence few steps if followed properly, can save you the cost of calling a locksmith. Continue reading for tips and tricks or contact professional locksmiths.

 

The door lock is slow

Often locks in the exterior can get frozen while locks inside the house are prone to becoming dirty, and some of its part may rust and break. In such instances, lubrication with graphite might save you the cost of buying another lock. Insert some graphite into the keyhole by covering the key with it then operating the lock to allow the graphite to interact with the internal parts of the lock. If this fails to solve the problem, resolve to disassemble the lock to see if there is something wrong with the internal parts of the lock.

Failure of key to unlock the lock

If the right key is employed but fails to unlock the lock, then several considerations have to be made. In case, the key turns but the lock does not unlock, then disassemble it and replace any parts that are broken or worn out.

Frozen locks can cause the key not to enter the lock. In such cases heat the key and try to insert the key into the lock. Repeat this several times until it the ice melts.

A new key can also fail to unlock the lock. This can be as a result of rough spots on the key. Spot these rough areas and file them down.

Entire lock turns

If the entire lock turns when the key is inserted, you should open the lock and remove the cover, then tighten the set screws of the cylinder to unlock it.

Key broke while in the lock

Try to use pliers to get the key out. If this fails, get a coping saw blade while its teeth face outwards try to hook the key and pull it out. If this again bears no fruits then remove the cylinder and take it to a locksmith.

However, if all these steps fail to work, then it is advisable to call a locksmith in Palm Beach Florida to avoid further irreconcilable damage to a broken lock.

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