What Does Duplicating a Key Entail? 

 Have you ever been locked out of your house? Or, have you been out of town and needed a trusted neighbor to get inside your house to check on a source of concern? Being unable to enter your house is a common source of anxiety for many homeowners. That is why making a duplicate key as a spare is a smart move. You don't want to risk inadvertently giving access to a stranger by handing your house key to just anyone. Using a licensed locksmith to duplicate your key is your safest option. 

H ow a Key Is Duplicated by a Locksmith 

• Y our original flat key is placed into a vise in a special machine run by the locksmith.
• A blank key is placed in a parallel vice
• Your original key is then moved along a guide that follows the shape of the key
• The blank key is simultaneously moved against a wheel, which cuts it exactly like your original.
• The new key is finally deburred. A key fresh out of the machine can have burrs that are dangerously sharp and can hurt fingers and locks. A metal brush scrubs the new key removing all the burrs and making the edges smooth and safe. 

H ow Prolocksmith Can Help

A t Prolocksmith, we understand the fear when you can't get inside your home. That is why we have everything you need to get a new key. Our shop keeps thousands of different blank keys on hand so that it doesn't matter what key or how many you need duplicating. We have you covered. If you can't come into our shop, our trucks are also equipped with the capability to quickly copy a key for you. You can count on us to help you no matter the day or time.

Remember, you can't be too safe when it comes to your house keys. Your home is your safe place. Let Prolocksmith help keep you safe by meeting all your key duplication needs.  Contact us  today!