Just like other aspects of the locksmith trade, we strive to remove the broken key without damaging the lock. We understand how frustrating it can be to attempt this on your own and repeatedly fail. It’s especially annoying when you feel close to success but can’t quite get the key out. When we succeed, it makes the job faster, easier, and cheaper.
In some cases, it has taken over an hour for our technicians to extract a broken key without causing damage. The tricky part is that the lock often cannot be removed without first extracting the broken key. The position of the lock and the technician’s hands can make a significant difference, sometimes requiring very precise movements and specialized tools to grasp and extract the broken key tip.
Struggling with a broken key stuck in your lock? Don’t risk damaging it further. Contact our residential locksmith now for expert, damage-free broken key extraction in Albany and get back to your routine with ease.
If a key breaks inside your lock, having a larger piece left behind can actually make extraction easier, as it gives the technician more to work with. If only the tip of the key breaks off, the extraction process becomes more challenging. Technicians may need to use specialized tools to reach and remove the tiny piece, which can sometimes be a lengthy and difficult task. In severe cases, the lock might need to be damaged and replaced.
If your lock starts spinning and the key snaps, you’ll face a mixed bag of outcomes: while you might still be able to use the lock, extracting the broken key will be much harder.
Don’t let a broken key or a malfunctioning lock turn into a bigger problem. Contact Multi Locksmith today for broken key extraction in Albany. Avoid costly replacements and get your lock working smoothly again—call us now!
Multi Locksmith is a licensed locksmith, covering East Bay California. We service Albany, Richmond, Berkeley, San Pablo, Vallejo, Oakland, and the surrounding areas. Get to know us by reading some more about our team.
