Key Broke Off in the Lock — What to Do (Knightdale, NC)

When a key breaks in a lock or ignition, the worst thing you can do is keep trying. Forcing the broken half deeper with another key, a screwdriver or pliers usually damages the lock cylinder — turning a quick extraction into a much larger lock replacement job.

Step 1: leave the broken half in the lock. Step 2: don't try to turn the lock. Step 3: call your Knightdale, NC locksmith. We carry key-extraction tools that pull broken halves cleanly without harming the cylinder.

Once the broken half is out, your Knightdale, NC locksmith can usually cut you a fresh key on the spot. We can also rekey the lock so the broken key (or its match) stops working entirely.