When you’re rushing to get the kids out of the car or hastily leaving for school or work, sometimes we can forget that we’ve locked our keys in the car. If this should happen, don’t panic! Many locksmiths offer emergency service and can meet you at your location fast. At Bowman’s Door Solutions (BDS), we offer emergency 24/7 locksmith services in the Rochester, Minnesota area. Learn more about what to do and what not to do if you lock your keys inside of your vehicle.
Check for a Spare Key
Before you call a locksmith to unlock your car, check for any sort of spare or hide-a-key. It’ll save you both time and money if you find one! If you cannot find a spare or know that you don’t have one, remind yourself to get one or two extra copies made — keep it in your home and/or with a person you can trust who can easily bring it to you in case of emergencies. Although it might be more to carry, it’s also a good idea to consider carrying your house and car keys separately so that you don’t get locked out of both places at once and can at least take refuge inside your residence.
Don’t Try to Break In Yourself
This step is super important. There are a lot of people out there that will tell you to just break your window or door if you’ve lost your keys and can’t find them. Or they try to tell you easy ways to break in with a coat hanger or other device. We want to warn you against this as it’s dangerous, ineffective, and costly in the end. Calling and waiting for a locksmith is your best option aside from keeping a spare key handy.
Call a Locksmith
If you still can’t get into your car, it’s time to call a locksmith. Most locksmiths offer emergency service and can meet you at your location within 30 minutes to an hour tops. At BDS, we offer emergency 24/7 locksmith services for those locked out of their vehicles and more in the Rochester, Minnesota area.
Wait for the Locksmith
While it may seem obvious, many people don’t realize how important it is to wait close by their vehicle when waiting for a locksmith to arrive. Be sure to get the most accurate ETA from your locksmith if you need to venture somewhere, such as to use the restroom, but it’s best to stay right next to your car just in case. If a locksmith arrives at a locked vehicle with no owner around, they won’t be able to unlock the car and could potentially leave the scene and move on to their next client who needs help.
Contact Bowman’s Door Solutions today for all of your locksmith needs! We have a team of highly-trained professionals who are available 24/7 to help you get back into your car, home, or business. Visit our website for more information on our wide range of door services and how we can help you!