Snapped Key in Lock in Washington
A key that has broken off inside a lock in Washington can usually be taken out without drilling the lock, as long as the broken piece has not been pushed further in. Tweezers, glue or a screwdriver tend to do exactly that, so it is better to leave it and call, or send a photo of the keyway on WhatsApp.
With the piece out, we look at why the key gave way, because a lock stiff enough to snap one key will do it again. A worn cylinder is replaced as a lock repair in Washington.
We cover the whole Washington area for this service, including Albany, Barmston, Concord, Fatfield, Harraton, Lambton, Oxclose, Sulgrave, Usworth and Washington Village.
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Damage-free methods used wherever suitable.
Gearboxes, mechanisms, handles and cylinders.
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Extraction Without Drilling
In South Hylton, Sunderland, a customer had snapped their only key in the lock. The broken piece was removed without snapping the lock out, and the lock was then replaced (read the job). With the only key gone, a new lock also means a full set of keys again.
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Local Locksmith Coverage Around Washington
DW Locksmiths covers Washington and nearby towns, villages and residential areas for locksmith work, lock repairs, anti-snap lock upgrades, gearbox replacements and uPVC door problems.
If you are just outside Washington, call or WhatsApp for a quick yes/no on availability.
Please note: We do not offer auto locksmith services and we do not cut keys.