Broken Key Extraction
In St. Louis

A key breaking off inside a lock is more common than most people think, and it always happens at the worst possible time. Whether your house key snapped in the front door deadbolt, your car key broke in the ignition, or a worn-out key finally gave way inside a padlock, Nonstop Lock & Key provides professional broken key extraction service throughout the St. Louis area that removes the broken piece without damaging the lock cylinder.

Our locksmiths use precision extraction tools including broken key extractors, hook picks, and specialized pliers designed to grip and remove key fragments from deep inside a lock. The process is careful and methodical to avoid pushing the broken piece further into the cylinder or scratching the internal pins. In most cases, the lock remains fully functional after extraction, saving you the cost of a complete lock replacement.

After removing the broken key fragment, our technician can cut a new replacement key on site using our mobile key cutting equipment. If the key broke because it was worn down, bent, or was a low-quality duplicate, we recommend having a fresh key cut from the lock code or an original to ensure a clean, reliable fit. We can also make spare copies so you have backups.

Keys break for several reasons: metal fatigue from years of use, applying excessive turning force to a stiff lock, using a low-quality key blank, or inserting the wrong key partially and forcing it. If your lock is stiff or difficult to turn, our locksmith can lubricate and service it during the same visit to prevent future key breakage. Call (314) 532-1112 for same-day broken key extraction anywhere in St. Louis.