Short answer: Simple habits and hardware choices that keep you from ever being stuck outside your own door.
Simple habits and hardware choices that keep you from ever being stuck outside your own door.
Leaving a spare with a trusted neighbor, using a quality lockbox, or fitting a keypad deadbolt all give you a way in when a key goes missing. Hiding a key under the mat, by contrast, is easily found.
Many 'lockouts' are really a worn key or a failing lock finally giving out. Re-cutting worn keys and servicing stiff locks prevents surprises at the door.
Leaving a spare with a trusted neighbor, using a quality lockbox, or fitting a keypad deadbolt all give you a way in when a key goes missing. Hiding a key under the mat, by contrast, is easily found.
Many 'lockouts' are really a worn key or a failing lock finally giving out. Re-cutting worn keys and servicing stiff locks prevents surprises at the door.
Call (650) 227-4966 and describe the situation, your exact location, and what you need. Timing is confirmed on that call rather than promised in advance.
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