Locksmith in Flourtown, PA

First we try a fresh battery in the remote and test the fob’s transmitter. If the remote itself is faulty we can program a replacement fob or cut and program a new key at the vehicle so it talks to the car. Have the car present with the door you use for entry unlocked and the key or dead key blade available if you have one. We'll look over photo ID together with the car's title or registration card before we program a new fob or key.

Rekeying or replacing the mailbox lock is what we do: we can change the cylinder so a new key works, or remove and install a new lock if the old one’s worn. Have the mailbox unlocked if you can, and if there are any remaining keys or the old lock parts set them aside so we can match what’s needed. Before we work on the mailbox lock, we ask for photo ID and a utility bill or bank statement for the address.

Report a recent attempt to the police before anything else; leave everything at the door as it is for them. We replace the damaged cylinder or the whole lock body and repair or reinforce the strike so the bolt seats properly and the door secures like it should. Have any broken pieces or the existing keys available and make sure the door can be opened from the outside so we can assess alignment and mounting before we start.

Adjusting the strike plate or the bolt alignment, we realign the bolt and strike and service or replace a worn cylinder if needed so the bolt operates freely. In the meantime use the key gently and do not apply oil inside the lock; have the door closed and any keys on hand so we can test how the bolt enters the strike.