How does a locksmith open a lock?

Trained locksmiths can open the door lock with tools to open locks, such as a rake, a tensioner wrench, a half-diamond, or a hook. They can use a technique called a blow, which works on pinned glass locks, or, as a last resort, they can use a drill to remove the existing lock. One of the most common ways a locksmith will try to open the door is by opening the lock. Your lock opening kit will contain the tools needed to open the locks.

Opening locks leaves the lock in good working order. This means that your key will continue to work with the lock and will not need to be replaced. There are several ways in which a locksmith opens a door, many of which will require working with the door's own lock. These expert techniques allow a trained locksmith to access a lock and manipulate it in different ways depending on the circumstances.