7 Easy Tips to Avoid Getting Locked Out of Your Home

Getting locked out of your home can be frustrating, stressful, and even dangerous — especially late at night or during harsh Ohio weather. At Vesta Lock and Key, we’ve helped hundreds of homeowners in Cleveland, Euclid, and surrounding areas get back inside safely.

But what if you could avoid the lockout in the first place? Here are 7 simple tips to help you prevent locking yourself out:

🔑 1. Always Check for Keys Before Leaving

Make it a habit: keys, phone, wallet. Train yourself to check for your house keys every time you walk out the door — just like you check for your phone.

🔒 2. Use a Smart Lock

Smart locks allow you to unlock your door using a keypad, fingerprint, or smartphone. Even if you forget your keys, you’ll still have access.

Need help installing one? We install smart locks across Northeast Ohio.

🪟 3. Hide a Spare Key — Wisely

Avoid cliché spots like under the doormat or flowerpot. Instead, use a lockbox or hide a key in a secure, hard-to-guess location. Or give a spare to someone you trust.

📍 4. Set Reminders or Visual Cues

Leave a sticky note near your door, or set a daily phone alert as a reminder to grab your keys before leaving.

🧥 5. Use a Key Hook or Bowl at the Door

Having a designated spot inside your home for your keys makes them easier to grab on your way out.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 6. Give a Trusted Neighbor or Family Member a Spare

If you don’t want to risk hiding a key outside, leave one with someone close by who you can rely on in case of an emergency.

🚪 7. Rekey Your Locks if Keys Are Lost or Stolen

Losing keys increases the risk of lockouts and break-ins. Rekeying ensures only the new keys work — giving you peace of mind and a fresh start.

✅ Stay Ready, Stay Safe

Even with the best habits, accidents happen. That’s why Vesta Lock and Key offers 24/7 emergency home lockout services in Cleveland, Euclid, and nearby cities.

📞 Locked out right now? Call us anytime — we’ll get you back in fast.
🔐 We also offer lock rekeying, smart lock installation, and key duplication.