Broken Car Key Extraction
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Broken car key extraction
A car key that snaps in the door, the trunk or the ignition leaves part of the key where you can’t reach it and the car where you can’t use it. We come to the vehicle, remove the broken piece and make a new key on site.
Please don’t try to dig the piece out yourself. Tweezers, glue and picks tend to push it deeper, and a simple extraction can turn into a lock or ignition repair.
The How
Call and tell us where the car is and which lock the key broke in. There’s no need to tow the car or pull the lock, because the work is done on site. We look at the lock, walk you through our pricing structure, and then extract the key with tools made for it. If you need a new key, we cut it there.
It’s worth doing soon. A broken piece left in a lock or ignition can cause more wear each time someone tries to work around it.
If the break is in the ignition, don’t force the cylinder to turn.
The Why
Keys break due to a variety of reasons:
Applied Pressure
Wear Over Time
Keys are intentionally made of soft metal alloys, or brass
Internal wear within the lock mechanism itself
Improper lock installation or alignment
Prevention
Preventive measures go a long way, and broken keys are no exception. Some professional tips include:
- Lubricate the lock at least once every 5 months to prevent excess grinding and friction damage caused by daily use.
- Keep several spare keys on hand and switch to a replacement when your old key begins to show external damage, such as cracks and excessive wear to the teeth.
- Never force your key to turn when your lock fights back with resistance, no matter how small, as this can lead to long-lasting damage.
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