I'm Locked Out of My House at Night, What Should I Do?

Getting locked out of your house at night is a lot different to being locked out during the day.

It’s dark. It’s cold. It might be dangerous. And unless you call an emergency locksmith there might not be anyone around to help you.

In this quick guide for what to do if you get locked out of your house at night, we run through some safe, simple checks that can help.

But if you still can’t get back in, don’t panic.

Just call DB Locksmiths on 07772 962 247 for 24-hour emergency locksmith services in Bristol, Bath and the surrounding areas.

How to get back into your locked house at night

Before you do anything else, take a moment to:

• Try the handle again while gently pushing or pulling the door, as slight misalignment can stop your door from opening
• Lift the handle firmly while you turn the key to gently realign the locking points
• Gently turn the key back and force rather than forcing it in one direction
• Turn the key slowly, as rushed movement can stop the mechanism engaging
• Check whether you can safely get inside through any other doors or windows
• Ask yourself if a neighbour, friend or family member has a spare key

Doing your best to assess things calmly and try a few practical solutions can save you having to call for locksmith services. This also helps you avoid damaging your front door in a panic and needing to replace your door handle.

Don’t wait: Call a 24/7 emergency locksmith in Bristol or Bath

When you’re locked out of your house at night, time is a serious factor.

So if you can’t get back into your locked house after dark even after trying a few quick fixes, it’s best to contact a local locksmith for professional help.

The experts at DB Locksmiths in Bristol and Bath are available all day, every day. So our emergency locksmiths can get you back inside your home safely at night even if:

• Your key broke in the lock so the keyhole is completely blocked
• You lost the key to your house and don’t have one for us to copy
• Your door key won’t turn in the lock no matter what you do
• You locked your keys in your house, even if you use a key fob

We offer a fast, affordable service no matter when you call. And even if you don’t have your ID or proof of address on you, we can advise you on other ways to prove your identity.

Locked out of your house at night? Call DB Locksmiths now

With over 15 years’ experience and plenty of 5-star reviews on Yell, you can trust our professional local locksmiths to get you back inside safely.

Call DB Locksmiths now on 07772 962 247 to reopen your locked home, even at night.