Car lockouts in the Triad
It takes one second to lock your keys inside and a lot longer to get them back. First, if a child or pet is in the car, call 911 right away. Heat builds fast inside a closed vehicle, even on mild days in the Piedmont. Otherwise, take a breath and don't reach for a coat hanger. Modern car doors are packed with airbags, wiring and side-impact sensors that a hanger or slim jim can damage, turning a simple lockout into an expensive repair. Call us with your location and the year, make and model. Once the door is open, we'll ask to see your ID or registration to confirm the car is yours. Keep that in mind if your wallet is locked inside too.
Local towing from McLeansville, serving the Triad and Southside Virginia.
When to call
- Keys are visible inside the locked car
- The key fob battery died and the door won't open
- Keys are locked in the trunk
- The car locked itself while running
What happens when we arrive
- 1
We confirm the vehicle and your location
- 2
We open the door with proper tools
- 3
We check your ID or registration
- 4
You get your keys back
Before we get there
- Child or pet inside? Call 911 first
- Don't use coat hangers or slim jims
- Check every door and the trunk once
- Have your ID ready, or tell us if it's inside
Lockouts: common questions
Call 911 first. Heat builds fast inside a closed car, and emergency crews can get there quickly.
