I locked myself accidently out of my attic. I have no key and the door has a key lock on it, is there anyway I could get in without damaging the lock or door? Something useful please the obvious credit card trick didnt work. Any tricks or ideas?
2007-01-30 14:49:39 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If the hinges are exposed, remove the hinges and remove the door.
Remove the door stop. This will expose the bolt and you may be able to slide it back into the door using a knife or similar object.
Call a lock smith.
2007-01-30 14:54:32 · answer #1 · answered by MT C 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A locksmith can open a locked doorknob without damaging it. If you don't want to hire a locksmith, and you can't take the door off its hinges, cut off the doorknob with a hacksaw or reciprocating saw. Then turn the mechanism with long-nosed pliers. I've done it before and it's not too difficult. Unfortunately, the lock is ruined.
2007-01-30 16:12:33 · answer #2 · answered by Tech Dude 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could take the door off the hinges. that is the only way you are going to get in without damaging the lock or the door.... other than that you are going to have to buy a new lock and key....
2007-01-30 14:56:15 · answer #3 · answered by Johnny D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Break a window. This won't damage the door or the lock.
No windows? Pull up some shingles, remove a section of plywood, and climb in. You may even be able to replace the wood and shingles.
2007-01-30 17:01:20 · answer #4 · answered by BuddyL 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If it is not a dead bolt. Get two thin steak knives take the first knife and slide the point up against the catch closest to the frame. push the catch in to the door. ( will only move a little at a time) depending on width of the gap. While holding in place take the second knife and repeat. (walking the catch) Criminals please disregard:-)
2007-01-30 16:08:36 · answer #5 · answered by Jungleboy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Attic locks would be pretty lightweight , either ask your local locksmith if there is a master for that brand or ask them to come out.
2007-01-30 14:54:48 · answer #6 · answered by kate 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drill the lock and throw it away.You do not need a lock on your attic door
2007-02-02 14:27:05 · answer #7 · answered by Billy T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call a locksmith.
2007-01-30 16:39:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
first look around slowly. make sure you are alone ----------
slowly place your credit card and push the bolt to open da da duuuumm da da duuuuummmmm
2007-02-03 10:47:27 · answer #9 · answered by J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋