Lost keys are some of the most common issues that we, the professional Myrtle Beach key replacement and Myrtle Beach emergency lockout service team here at Myrtle Beach Locksmith regularly deal with. When people lose their keys, people sometimes change all of the locks on their property in order to prevent the chances of someone finding their keys and coming into their property. Read on to learn what to do when keys are lost.
What should one do when they lose their keys?
First off, don’t panic. Keys can – and do – get lost by everyone at some point. Stay calm and methodically look for your keys. They might be in your bag or wallet all along. Try to remember the last time you saw your keys, maybe at work, at a friend’s house or restaurant, or in your car? Contact your insurance company and see if they will cover the costs of a new key and lock. Contact the police if you’re absolutely certain that somebody stole your key. Check to see if you have or can find a spare key – ideally one is in the possession of your friend or relative. Of course, you can always contact Myrtle Beach Locksmith for highly convenient and professional Myrtle Beach residential locksmith services.
Lock Rekeying and Replacement
You can always choose to have your lock rekeyed instead of replaced. A lock technician will pick your lock to unlock the door, remove the lock cylinder, and then do a rekeying operation that changes keys in your lock cylinder, meaning you won’t have to replace your entire lock. This will provide you with a brand new set of keys to operate your lock with, rendering previously used keys useless, all without the indeed to replace your existing lock. However, if you’re concerned that your key was intentionally stolen, it might be best to change your locks. It’s usually cheaper to rekey than to replace your lock, but lock replacement will change all lock parts and hardware, which allows you to opt to upgrade your lock into a more modern and secure lock type. Regardless of your choice, Myrtle Beach Locksmith stands ready to provide you with expert Myrtle Beach rekeying and Myrtle Beach lock change service as soon as you need it.