Keeping a spare car or house key on hand can save you from hectic, last-minute searching and a whole lot of stress. However, there are some places that are better suited to hiding one's keys; certain spots are security risks that make your home or vehicle vulnerable. Below, discover some of the best and worst places to hide your keys.

The Worst

Concealing a house key under a doormat is popular, which makes it one of the first spots an intruder will look. Also, its proximity to the door is too close, so someone could easily pick up the key and try it in the lock. The same is true for a house key tucked beneath a flowerpot or one hidden over the door on top of the frame.

In recent years, many homeowners have taken to hiding an extra key in a fake rock on the property. Unfortunately, these “rocks” usually look artificial, and an intruder can often identify it as such.  

With regard to car keys, avoid tucking a spare one in your wallet; many are large and bulky, and toting them around can be uncomfortable. Also, if the wallet is misplaced, a stranger could have access to the vehicle. 

The Best

The most secure place to leave spare keys is with a trusted neighbor. Keep their phone number in your phone, so you can call them and quickly retrieve the key when necessary. 

A key lockbox is another alternative; they are strong and sturdy and use a number combination that only you will know. With a shackle attachment, you can affix them to a post, pipe, or other fixture on your property.

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