Lockouts on Holidays and Weekends: How to Prepare

Emergencies don't follow a schedule

Lockouts do not wait for business hours. They happen on Thanksgiving morning, during a December walk down Christmas Tree Lane, on the drive back from a long weekend.

Why holidays and weekends are higher risk

• More comings and goings, more doors left locked behind someone
• Guests with borrowed keys
• Travel, rental cars and unfamiliar fobs
• Packages piling up, inviting thieves

What to expect from a holiday call

The phone line for this service is listed as open every day. Even so, contractor availability can be tighter on holidays and the price can be higher. Ask for the estimate and arrival time on the call, and confirm the price before work begins.

Prepare before you leave

1. Leave a spare key with someone you trust who is staying in town
2. Check that every lock works smoothly; fix sticky ones now
3. Change keypad and fob batteries
4. Ask a neighbor to collect packages
5. Save the locksmith's number in your phone

Choosing a locksmith before you need one

Compare pricing and terms while you are calm. The price list and Terms for this service are published.

Conclusion

Ten minutes of preparation can save a holiday. If it goes wrong anyway, call 626-537-2128.