Open a slammed door yourself - tips from the locksmith in Munich

Self-help for slammed doors: practical tips and tricks

Open a slammed door yourself

A human situation that can happen to anyone: You step outside the door for a moment and it slams shut. You've forgotten the key at home and now you're standing outside. However, before you panic or call an expensive locksmith, there are a few do-it-yourself methods that can help you open the door yourself. These techniques work best on doors that are simply slammed shut, not a locked door.

Tips: How do I open a locked front door?

With the following tips and methods, you are well equipped to take action yourself in an emergency and open a locked door. Always remember to proceed calmly and carefully to avoid damage and injury

Tip 1: Open the door with a card - credit card or plastic card

This method only works for doors with simple locking mechanisms and without additional security devices.

Step 1: Choose a sturdy but flexible plastic card that you can spare (not your insurance card or credit card).
Step 2: Slide the card between the door and the frame at the height of the lock.
Step 3: Hold the card at an angle and press it firmly against the door to push the latch back.
Step 4: Move the card back and forth while pressing the door lightly against the frame.

Tip 2: Screwdriver technique

This method is helpful if there is a gap between the door and frame.

Step 1: Select a small, flat screwdriver or similar tool.
Step 2: Push the screwdriver into the gap between the door and frame at the level of the door handle. Lever carefully to push back the catch and open the door

Tip 3: Paper clip method

Step 1: Bend a paper clip or a hair clip into a long Z shape
Step 2: Now insert the paper clip into the door gap at the height of the knob
Step 3: Pull the door towards you and at the same time try to push back the latch so that the door opens with a little skill
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Tip 4: . Deposit bottle method

Step 1: Find a plastic deposit bottle and a pair of scissors.
Step2: Cut a square piece out of the bottle (about the size of two business cards).
Step 3: Push the cut piece into the door gap at the height of the cylinder and slide it up and down. With a little skill and
luck, the door might open.

Tip 5: . Tilted window

Do you live at ground level or on the first floor? Then check all the windows. If one is tilted, you can stick your arm through the gap
and turn the window handle slightly. Some windows will then push open. Please be careful not to use too much force
to avoid injuring yourself and damaging windows and mechanisms.

You were unable to open the door that had slammed shut?

If these methods do not lead to success, calling our professional locksmith service Bavaria in Munich remains the best option.

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How to prevent a slammed door not should open!

Kicking down the door with force

One of the first impulses that many people feel is to simply kick the door in. However, this is not only dangerous, but can also cause significant damage to the door, the frame and even your own bones. Doors are designed to be robust, and trying to force them open with brute force often ends in expensive repairs and unnecessary hassle.

Break windows

Breaking a window to get back into the house sounds dramatic and may seem like a quick solution at first. But consider the consequences: Risk of injury from broken glass, expensive repairs and the risk that your insurance will not cover the damage. This method should really only be considered in an extreme emergency, for example if your life is in danger.

Chemical auxiliaries

The use of chemical aids, such as lubricants or de-icing sprays, can do more harm than good. These substances can penetrate the inside of the lock and cause damage. Here too, there is a risk that the lock will become unusable and have to be replaced.

Opening a slammed door requires calm and deliberation. Impulsive and ill-considered methods often lead to more harm than good. Instead of using brute force or dangerous tools, you should rely on safer and more effective techniques or, if in doubt, contact a professional locksmith. By avoiding these mistakes, you will not only protect your property, but also your health.

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Warnings!

Be careful: try not to use force to open the door, as this can cause damage that will be far more expensive than the services of the Bavarian locksmith.
Observe legal aspects: Only open doors that belong to you or for which you are authorized to do so.
Keep an eye on safety: We often try to open the door with metal, sharp or pointed tools, which can result in serious cuts.

If these methods do not work or you feel insecure, it is advisable to contact the locksmith service Bavaria for the entire Munich area to avoid damage.

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