So You’re Locked Out of Your House. Now What?

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Have you ever locked your keys in your car? Or worse, came home and realized you didn’t have the keys to get into your own home? It’s a scary situation. But it doesn’t have to be. Before the terror has a chance to set in, have a plan in place and know what to do if your locked out of your house without a key.

Instead of breaking a window or using a screwdriver to try to pry open the door and possibly set off your alarm, know that there are many lock options today that are advanced enough to allow you entry without these drastic measures.

Coming up with a game plan in advance to a possible lockout is the ideal solution, but some of us have to learn the hard way that forgetting or misplacing your keys is a very easy situation to find yourself in. When you do, here are some ideas on how to get back into your house.

Wait for a Friend

The first thing to do if you realize you have locked yourself out of your home is to think about anyone else who may have a copy of the key that you can wait on to come and let you in.  If you have family or friends you trust consider having one of them keep a spare key for these types of emergencies.

Rely on Technology

There are also new technologies like keyless entry and even wireless connected locks in the home make it possible to gain authorized entry easily. If you have a home security solution provider, check with the on the offerings they can provide as many today use wireless connected locks that you can easily disarm and unlock using just an app on your phone.

Call a Locksmith

But, if these are not an option for you, there is always the assurance of a locksmith who can assist in helping you regain entry into your home.

A residential locksmith will come over to your location and help find the best solution to unlocking your door. It’s a no-brainer in a stressful situation to rely on these experts to assist you with a rapid response solution.

All American Locksmiths provides 24/7 urgent service across western, southern, and central Connecticut. The company also offers residential services like key repair, replace and rekeying services.  The expert technicians also offer advice on preventing future lockout situations so you can keep a better peace of mind in the future.

Locked out now? Call All American Locksmiths at (203) 752-1464.

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