What caused the lock problem to require key extraction?
KSB Services is a premier locksmith company in Charleston, SC. Key extraction is something that we do all time. Old keys don’t last forever. If a lock is stiff then it is possible for the key to break off in the lock. When this happens it is very difficult to retrieve the broken key from lock without specialize training and tools. that’s where we come in. Our locksmiths are trained to extract keys while preserving the integrity of the lock.
Once our locksmiths remove the broken key they will assess whether the problem occurred because of the key or because of the lock. If the key was old and frail then it is possible that there is nothing wrong with the lock. However more often than not, the lock has a problem. Properly functioning locks should not have so much resistance to cause a key to break. However, the solution could be as simple as some properly applied oil.
It is possible that our locksmiths apply some oil to the lock and solve the problem. If there is a bigger problem then they will discuss with you what your best options are. Key extraction is only the first part of the solution. Our locksmiths will help you figure out if there is more to the story and therefore more for you to do.
It is not uncommon for homes that are very close to the water, like on Folly Beach or Sullivan’s Island, to need new locks every now and then. The salt coming off the sea water is highly corrosive. It will eventually eat away at the paint on your home which is why you need to repaint every few years. But it also effects the outdoor metal fixtures and hardware, including locks. So if you are in need of a key extraction on an outdoor lock, this could be the reason.
