No, this scenario should never be attempted. This might result in the broken key getting further stuck inside the lock mechanism, making it much harder to remove. This can cause even further unnecessary damage to your door. Once you’ve determined that your key has broken in your lock, make sure to contact Dokey Locksmith Services, who is an expert locksmith to help you.

Why Do Keys Break-In Locks?

There are a few issues that can cause this problem.

• The lock itself is not adequately lubricated or jammed.

• Standard keys are made of relatively soft metals, like brass and nickels.

• The key has been damaged by wear and tear over time

How Do You Get a Broken Key Out of Lock?

If a key has broken off inside the lock and a portion of it is sticking out, you should consider yourself fortunate. If this is the case, you may be able to extract the remaining piece of key from the lock by pinching it between your fingers and pulling it out.

If you can't find the piece that's still inside the keyhole, it's time to reach for your toolbox.

Tool for Removing Broken Keys from Locks

The job will be more difficult if only a small amount of key protrudes. You can try to extract it with needle-nose pliers or a strong magnet to pull out the remaining piece.

When Part of the Key Isn't Sticking Out of the Lock

If no part of the key is protruding from the lock, your chances of removing it yourself are slim – especially if you don't want to damage the lock in the process.

A flathead screwdriver small enough to fit into the keyhole might work. By inserting it into the lock, you can try to lever or loosen the key's positioning until a portion of it protrudes from the lock. You should be able to extract the broken piece with needle-nose pliers or a strong magnet at that point.

How to Prevent Broken Keys

There are a few things that you can do to prevent a key breaking off inside of a lock from occurring in the first place.

Lock Lubrication

Keys frequently snap inside locks because the lock has not been properly maintained. Every six months, or whenever you notice grinding or excess friction when locking the door, spray a silicone-based lubricant into the keyhole.

Replacement Keys

Keys are regularly used and subjected to a great deal of abuse. So, if you see that your keys are becoming worn, it's time to have a duplicate produced and throw out the old one.

If you are having a difficult time with your broken key and you're in need of extraction of a broken key from a door lock. Or maybe, you need key duplications. If so, then, call Dokey Locksmith Services! We can provide any services you need; Automotive, Residential, Commercial, and Safe Vault Services. We got it all, just call us and we'll be there for you. Trust your key with Dokey!