Keyzoo Blogs

Lost Your Mailbox Key? Costs and Who Can Replace It

Lost your mailbox key? What USPS charges for a replacement, who can legally replace the lock, and why nobody may copy a Post Office mailbox key.

Lost Sentry Safe Key? What to Do and What It Costs

Lost your Sentry safe key? Here is how to order a replacement from SentrySafe, what it costs, how long it takes, and when a locksmith is faster.

Deadbolt Stuck in the Locked Position? 6 Causes

Your deadbolt is stuck in the locked position. Here are the six reasons a key or thumbturn quits turning, and what fixes each one.

What Is a Mortise Lock? How to Tell If Your Door Has One

A mortise lock is one box inside your door edge holding the latch and the deadbolt. Here is the 10 second check, plus why smart locks will not fit.

What Is a Transponder Key? How to Tell If Your Car Has One

A transponder key hides a chip that tells your car it may start. Here is how to tell if you have one, and why a copy costs $60 or $250.

Lost Rental Car Keys? What It Costs and What to Do

Lost your rental car keys? Here is what the rental company can charge you, why a locksmith needs their approval first, and how to get moving again.