Getting a locksmith on a holiday

Why holidays breed lock problems

Guests come and go with borrowed keys. Kids sprint in and out. Someone leaves for the airport in a rush and locks the door behind the person holding the only key. Or the car gets loaded at the curb and the fob ends up under a suitcase in a locked trunk.

Will anyone come out on a holiday?

Often, yes. Milpitas Locksmiths lists its hours as Monday through Sunday, all day, and that includes holidays on the calendar. Demand spikes on big days, though, so ask the dispatcher for a realistic window instead of assuming.

Ask about fees up front

Some locksmiths charge more for after-hours or holiday work. Ask which labor rate applies to your call before anyone is sent. The published service call fee is $29.00, and the technician should confirm the full price before starting.

A pre-holiday checklist

• Count your keys and know who has copies before guests arrive.
• Give house-sitters their own key, then collect it or rekey afterward.
• Swap smart-lock batteries before you travel. They tend to die at the worst moment.
• Leave a spare car key at home, not in the glove box.
• Text a trusted neighbor your travel dates, in case something needs checking.

Need help with a lock in Milpitas? Call 408-310-4400 or request a callback.