What to Do If You Lose Your Keys

Losing your keys happens to everyone and most of the time it’s nothing to worry about: they’re misplaced, have fallen down the back of a chair or have been left in a place where a kind individual will hand them in and they will be sat waiting for you. Still, it’s always better to be safe than sorry, so if you lose your keys don’t panic, but do take the necessary precautions just in case they’ve fallen into the wrong hands.

Change Your Locks

The simplest solution to a lost or stolen key is to change your locks. Your front door is the main point of entry and exit to your home so you will have endless peace of mind if you know it’s secure, you could always install a dead bolt or a door chain but to be completely safe it’s simple to call a lock replacement expert to come and fit you with a new lock and a new set of keys.

Alert Your Neighbours

If you can’t replace your locking system straight away or there were keys for multiple locks, such as front and back door and windows, and they can’t all be replaced in one go your neighbours can keep an eye out for any unfamiliar people trying to gain access to your home. Utilise your neighbourhood watch so the whole community is protected.

If It’s Not Just Your Home

If it is a key set that’s gone missing you need to ensure that every lock is protected, this includes your car. Call a locksmith to re-key your car and contact its dealership to alert them of the issue and re-alarm your car so your 100% protected.

If you’re in need of lock replacement in Leicester, Hinckley, Rugby or Coventry Just Glazing are on hand to fix the problem. Call us now 07982 252 575 or get in touch online to utilise any of our services from lock replacement to emergency glazing.