Everyone has done it — locked themselves out of their home or vehicle. It’s an easy situation to put yourself in, especially if you’re in a hurry or distracted. Despite being an unsettling event, you can rest easy knowing that Enterprise Precision Locksmith is available for you 24/7. Located in Enterprise, AL, their team of professionals can provide any locksmith service you need.

For ways to prevent this issue from reoccurring, they have compiled a list of hiding places for your spare car and house keys:

Around Outdoor Decorations

If you have outdoor accessories, you have various options for hiding your spare keys. If you have a thermometer outside, you can tape the key to the back of the thermometer and rehang it. You can use this same idea if you have other hanging, outdoor decorations.

Under Your Deck

For hiding a spare key set underneath of your deck, it’s suggested that you select a dry corner, as you will need to place a nail in the structure. All you’ll need to do is install the nail in an upward angle and place the key on it. This is a great option if you have children as it is easy for them to remember.

Behind Your License Plate

With this method, you’ll never have to worry about not having a house key with you. The only tools you’ll need are a screwdriver and a piece of duct tape. To hide your key here, use the screwdriver to remove the top corner screws, wrap the duct tape around the bottom of the key to prevent it from moving, realign it with the hole for the screw, and reinstall the screw.

With a Trustworthy Neighbor

The easiest location to keep a spare set of house keys is with a trustworthy neighbor. With no installation or hiding involved, this is a great way to have peace of mind that you can get into your home. Entrusting a neighbor with a spare key also makes it easier for your children.

If you’ve accidentally locked yourself outside of your car or home, don’t hesitate to call Enterprise Precision Locksmith at (334) 347-5625. They can get you out of this unfortunate situation, day or night, rain or shine. You can also visit their website for more information.