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A-Plus Locksmith

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A-Plus Locksmith

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Sioux City's 24/7 Locksmith. When you are locked out of your home or car, you can turn to A-Plus Locksmith to open doors for you. Serving the Sioux City, Iowa area, we perform lockout services at an affordable price. We have over 41 years of experience, so you can rest assured that we have the expertise necessary to provide the help you need. We are available 24 hours a day, providing a variety of lockout services, including: Auto Residential Commercial At A-Plus Locksmith, we will go to great lengths to make sure you are completely satisfied with every aspect of our service. Check our Facebook page for coupon specials. Call today to find out more and to schedule your service. Fast and Reliable service provided in Sioux City and surrounding areas!

Sioux City's 24/7 Locksmith. When you are locked out of your home or car, you can turn to A-Plus Locksmith to open doors for you. Serving the Sioux City, Iowa area, we perform lockout services at an affordable price. We have over 41 years of experience, so you can rest assured that we have the expertise necessary to provide the help you need. We are available 24 hours a day, providing a variety of lockout services, including: Auto Residential Commercial At A-Plus Locksmith, we will go to great lengths to make sure you are completely satisfied with every aspect of our service. Check our Facebook page for coupon specials. Call today to find out more and to schedule your service. Fast and Reliable service provided in Sioux City and surrounding areas!

WISHEKS

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WISHEKS

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At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

At WISHEKS we want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase. Our sincere goal is to provide an enjoyable shopping experience that encourages you to shop with us for years to come. On the rare occasion you receive a product that you just don't like or that doesn't match your décor, our experienced Customer Service staff is just a phone call away and will guide you through our easy return policy. At WISHEKS we want you to get exactly what you want and with our world-class product selection you can be sure you'll find the product that is right for you.

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MILLER TOWING & RECOVERY

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MILLER TOWING & RECOVERY

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Welcome to Miller Towing & Recovery! We are a family-owned business with over 21 years experience. We specialize in vehicle towing, jump starts, lock-outs, tire changes, locksmithing, and general road services. We offer 24-hour emergency service, so call today!

Welcome to Miller Towing & Recovery! We are a family-owned business with over 21 years experience. We specialize in vehicle towing, jump starts, lock-outs, tire changes, locksmithing, and general road services. We offer 24-hour emergency service, so call today!

Locksmiths questions, answered by experts

It’s possible, but depends on the design of your lock. Some door locks that lack a keyhole do boast a small hole on the exterior handle or knob. This hole’s primary function is to allow water to drain out of the lock, in addition to giving homeowners an easy spot to insert lubrication. However, you can typically use a paperclip in this pinhole to unlock the door by manipulating the mechanism inside. 

Most door knobs can be removed with a Phillips or flathead screwdriver. If you don’t have either of those available, a paper clip or small pin can sometimes work, but the extra effort may not be worth a quick trip to the hardware store.

If part of the key is protruding out of the lock, you can use a pair of needle-nosed pliers or tweezers to gently turn the key in the lock to open the door. If the key is fully inserted into the lock, you may also be able to use a key extractor to help turn the key into the unlocked position. 

But if the key breaks off halfway into the lock or you simply can’t reach it to help engage the unlocking mechanisms, you should probably call a professional.

The good news is that, yes, you can change locks yourself. Many people find it’s an easy DIY project that requires few tools and not much expense (depending on which lock you’re installing). If you have trouble with any part of an installation, you can always call a locksmith to help finish installing them.

Locksmiths typically recommend using a dry lubricant, such as a Teflon-based option, instead of the popular oil-based lubricants you can purchase at almost any store. Dry lubricants leave a non-stick, water-repellent coating instead of attracting more dirt and debris like an oil-based lubricant. You can find these at a hardware store; some are made explicitly for lock use.

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