Have you recently lost your house keys? The truth is, we’ve all been there at some point in our lives. And it happens to us all, even those with top-notch organisational skills. This blog is about what you should do if you lose your house keys. Additionally, we’ll discuss loss prevention and some tips on avoiding future issues.

What to Do If You Lose Your Keys –

After a long day at work, you get to the front door and start fishing around your pockets or bag for a set of keys that aren’t there. Your mind races, trying in vain to remember where you had them last. And even worst – the office is shut, and you can’t find or don’t have a spare set of keys. So, what should you do in this situation?

The first thing you need to do is to remain calm, try to avoid panicking or becoming angry with yourself. We lead busy lives, and it’s very easy to misplace something as we scramble to get ourselves from A to B. You’ll need to contact a locksmith, which we’ll cover in the next section. For now, we’re going to check if we can access the property first.

If you’re vigilant, you probably don’t leave the house without locking the doors and closing the windows. However, you might have forgotten to do it just this one time. Either way, you should check for any ground floor windows that might be open or ajar, as well as the back door. Remember to let your neighbour know you’re doing it, just in case they mistake you for a burglar.

Find somewhere safe to wait for the locksmith. Don’t stand outside your home, especially if you’re alone. Again, if you have a friendly neighbour, you should wait with them. Alternatively, phone a friend or family member for help. Just make sure you’re safe until the locksmith arrives. If you have anything with your details on, it will help the locksmith when they turn up. Remember, you’re technically getting them to break into your house, so they want to make sure you live there.

Finding a Locksmith Near You in Berkshire –

You can use your smartphone to go online for the closest locksmith to you in Berkshire. Alternatively, you can also check out the Apple Store and Google Play for an app. We recommend using the Master Locksmiths Association website. You’ll be able to type in your details, and they’ll locate the best option for customer ratings and proximity. It’s also possible to search for local locksmiths on Yell’s platform.

Another way to approach this is to contact your insurance provider to inform them of your situation. Insurance companies are very proactive when it comes to the security of their clients. They should have lots of information on locksmiths and may even contact them for you. And depending on your cover, they might send someone out to assist you during the process.

Losing your house keys can be a daunting experience, and it can be overwhelming. That’s why it’s crucial to contact a family member or friend to help you out. The main thing is to ensure you’re somewhere safe until a locksmith arrives, so don’t hesitate to contact people in your circle.

Camp Hopson – Newbury and Berkshire’s Customer-Focused Company –

Camp Hopson works with thousands of customers every year, and we end up hearing some interesting stories of lost keys. Most people admit that leaving a spare set of keys can save an expensive callout for a locksmith. It makes a lot of sense, and it doesn’t cost much to cut an extra set. All you need to do is drop off your keys, collect the new ones and leave them with someone you trust.

Another option for Camp Hopson storage customers is to leave your spare set in your self storage unit. Lots of people in Newbury and Berkshire also find a lot of benefits for using storage, one of them being a higher standard of security for their possessions. We have an excellent range of removals and storage packages, and it’s a savvy place to keep that spare set of keys.

Camp Hopson is Newbury and Berkshire’s favourite removals and storage company. We always go the extra mile for our customers, so please contact us if you’d like to discuss our range of services or for a locksmith referral.

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