Lock broken
Lock broken
A broken lock is never convenient. Whether you have to go to work in the morning or come home late at night – a lock that no longer works causes stress. Fortunately, Slotenmaker Holland Available 24 hours a day to solve your problem quickly and professionally.
✅ You receive a 5-year warranty on our locks.
✅ We will be at your location within 30 minutes.
Need a locksmith urgently?
We are available 24 hours. You can also reach us in the evening and at night if you need us immediately, such as:
- Leave keys inside
- Keys stolen
- Key broken off in lock
- Keys lost
- Emergency shutdown required
- Open the door without a key
- Leave keys in lock
- Door blown shut
- Lock broken
- There has been a burglary
This is what you can expect:
- 24 / 7 Accessible
- SKG *** certified locks
- 5 year warranty on locks
- Transparent pricing
- More than 15 years of experience
- Experienced and reliable experts
- Free burglary prevention advice
- Emergency service
Is your lock broken? Our locksmiths will help you
Annoying, isn't it, when your door won't open? Sometimes the key has difficulty going in. Or it gets stuck. Sometimes the key even breaks off. A broken lock is always inconvenient. Especially when you're in a hurry or standing outside in the cold.
We understand that this is annoying. That is why we explain why locks break and what you can do. Sometimes you can solve it yourself. But sometimes it is better to ask for help.
Do you need help now? Then call us. We'll be there in 30 minutes.
Make it yourself or ask for help?
You might want to fix a broken lock yourself. Sometimes you can. For example, if the lock is stiff. Then you can use some lock spray. But be careful: don't push too hard if it doesn't work. Then you might break the lock even more.
Is your key broken? Or is the lock completely stuck? Call a locksmith immediately. If you try to do it yourself, you could damage the lock even more. Then the repair will be more expensive.
Why does a lock break?
A lock usually doesn't just break. There is often a reason for it:
Old locks become bad
If you use a lock for a long time, it slowly deteriorates. The parts become old and no longer move properly. This happens especially with old locks.
What can you do? You can try lock spray. If that doesn't work, call a locksmith.
Dirty lock
Dust, sand or dirt can get into the lock. Then the lock will no longer work properly.
What can you do? You can carefully clean and oil the lock. Bdoes the problem persist? Then call a locksmith
Broken key
If your key breaks in the lock, you will no longer be able to open the door.
What can you do? Is there still a piece sticking out? Then you can try to grab it with a pair of pliers. If that doesn't work, call a locksmith.
Someone tried to break in
Has the lock been damaged by a break-in attempt? Then it will no longer work properly.
What can you do? Always call a locksmith. A broken lock is not safe. It must be repaired quickly.
When do you call a locksmith?
We understand that you want to try to fix the lock yourself first. Sometimes you can solve small problems yourself. For example, with lock spray if the lock is stiff. But with big problems, it is better not to try it yourself. For example, with a broken key or a lock that is broken after a break-in.
A good lock is important for a safe home. Don't make the problem worse by trying to do it yourself. Locksmiths know exactly what to do. They have the right tools. We will come within 30 minutes to help you. Then you can quickly get back inside safely.
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