House Lockout Service

When all options have been exhausted, and you've decided that it's time to call a local locksmith, start by getting some quotes from a few different locksmiths on house lockout service pricing. Many shops charge a visit fee on top of the actual "locked out of house" service fee, so be sure you are clear about what it is you're paying.

Being locked out of the house can be a stressful time. You can feel comfortable that our courteous dispatchers and professional technicians can quickly respond to your house lockout service request, unlock your house, and have you back inside promptly.

Each house lock can be different depending on use, age, brand, and type of lock that it is. To most people, a lock is a lock; but our highly skilled technicians have the ability to discern what type of lock you have, what sort of door you have, and what the best method of entry will be. There are many different techniques of bypassing a lock, some being safe, and others being destructive.

Locked Out of the House

An ABC News story provides some good tips for "What to Know When You're Locked Out of Your House," as you can expect from 24 Hour Local Locksmith:

1. Be prepared: Before you need one, find a local locksmith who you are familiar with, and save the number in your phone before you are locked out of the house. This advanced planning can get you to a trusted locksmith when needed.
2. Ask for the specifics: Experts tell residents to be wary if a company answers the phone with a generic phrase like "locksmith service" and who refuse to give the full name of the company. The Federal Trade Commission recommends asking for the legal name of the business to verify that it is in fact local if it advertises itself as such.
3. Confirm your rate: Some locksmith companies make big promises online for house lockout service as low as $15 and up, but people often discover that they are charged much more upon completion of the home lockout service. It is important to ask about any additional fees before agreeing to the home lockout service (although travel distance and "after-hour" emergency calls can increase a locksmith's fee).
4. Know who you are working with: When a locksmith arrives for your house lockout service request, ask to see the locksmith's identification, as well as the locksmith's license number if you live in a state that requires locksmiths to be licensed. States that 24 Hour Local Locksmith currently services, and who require locksmith licensing are; Alabama, North Carolina, and Tennessee.

The Wrong Side of a Locked Door

Many other locksmiths will show up and tell you that your lock must be drilled and that there is no other way in. Although this is necessary on occasion, the need to drill a lock is very rare. Approximately 98% of locks can be picked or bypassed in a way that will allow continued use of the lock, even if we install a new lock with a new key.

Once you've gained entrance to your home, take steps to prepare for the next time you inevitably find yourself on the wrong side of a locked door. Three essential steps for preparation are:

• Give a spare key or two to a close friend or neighbor for easy access.
• If you aren't close with your neighbors, consider buying and stashing a "hide-a-key." Look for a realistically designed one made to blend in with natural surroundings, like a rock or a log.
• Get into the habit of reciting the following mantra as you leave the house: "Keys, wallet, phone. Keys, wallet, phone. Keys, wallet, phone."

Our technicians are held to the highest standards and will never lead you wrong, only give you an honest explanation of what method they are using, and the reasoning behind it. You can rest assured that once you make the phone call to 24 Hour Local Locksmith, you will be well on your way to getting inside your house! Call 24 Hour Local Locksmith today at (855)280-0897.