You have probably already inserted your key in your lock to realize that, unfortunately, you were unable to open your door. You then applied a little too much pressure and broke it. Your first reflex after this unfortunate incident was probably to call the locksmith. However, you should be aware that it is possible to save your key without the help of this specialist. Indeed, you can remove your broken key by using these extremely simple tips. To learn more about them, read our article.
1. Why not use a locksmith?
It goes without saying that the locksmith can solve your broken key problem in just a few minutes. However, you should know that you will have to pay a certain amount for his services. It is, therefore, better to try to remove your broken key using our tip. You will save a lot of money and probably even time because you won’t have to wait for your specialist to come to your home to help you.
2. Use WD-40
The first thing you need to do to remove your broken key is to use a small amount of oil or WD-40 to lubricate the lock. Take WD-40 and spray the product as close as possible to the key to make it easier to remove the key. Use a pair of pliers to remove the broken key.
3. Here’s what to do if the key is inserted too deeply
If you are unable to reach the key inside the lock, do not panic. In fact, you can always use, for example, a magnet to remove the part of the key that is inserted deeper into the lock. Other tools that can always be useful to you include tweezers or straightened paper clips. If this still doesn’t work, why not put a small amount of glue on one half of the key and put it back from the lock on the broken piece. When the glue dries, try again to remove the key.
4. Try the saw blade trick
Another trick that works well is the saw blade. For this trick, you’ll need a small saw blade from a puzzle or a hacksaw blade with very thin teeth. Take a pair of pliers and cut the saw blade so that the end has teeth and is not smooth. There must be a large tooth at the end of your blade.
5. What to do next
Grasp the saw blade and push it into the lock, making sure the teeth are in your direction. Move the saw blade up and down while trying to remove the key. Be patient: it may take you a few tries before you succeed.
6. Spare key
Once you have succeeded, get a spare key. You can even make a spare key with your locksmith with your broken key!
