Broken Key Extraction in Pattaya
ServiceThai24 provides broken-key extraction in Pattaya when a key blade snaps inside a door lock, vehicle lock, ignition cylinder, padlock or another authorised accessible mechanism.
Minimum on-site locksmith service: 1,000 THB. The final price depends on the lock type, fragment depth, cylinder position and whether dismantling, repair or replacement is required. New keys, parts and additional repairs are charged separately.
Request broken key extraction
Send the location, lock or vehicle type, photos of the keyway and both key pieces, and tell us whether the door or vehicle is open.
Locks where a key may break
- house, condo and office door cylinders;
- mortise, rim and padlock mechanisms;
- car door and trunk locks;
- vehicle ignition cylinders;
- cabinet, gate and other authorised locks;
- safe or specialist locks when access and design allow assessment.
Why the key broke matters
A key often snaps because it is worn, bent or turning against resistance. The underlying cause may be a damaged keyway, stiff pins, a loaded latch, poor door alignment, corrosion or an ignition cylinder fault. Removing the fragment alone may not restore reliable operation.
What affects extraction
- whether part of the key remains visible;
- how deeply the fragment entered the keyway;
- whether the cylinder rotated before the break;
- condition of the keyway and remaining mechanism;
- whether the door, vehicle or container is locked;
- whether the lock can be safely accessed from another side.
Broken key extraction price
The minimum charge for on-site locksmith work is 1,000 THB. Straightforward extraction from an accessible lock and a buried fragment in a locked or damaged mechanism are different jobs. Opening, dismantling, a new cylinder, new keys and vehicle-specific work are charged separately.
After the fragment is removed
The technician checks whether the keyway and mechanism operate normally and whether a reliable key remains available. If the lock is still stiff or damaged, repair, cylinder replacement or full lock replacement may be recommended rather than returning an unreliable lock to service.
Replacement keys and preventing another break
A visibly bent, cracked or heavily worn spare key should not be used as the long-term replacement. The cause of resistance should be corrected before new copies are relied on. Key cutting or programming is a separate service and depends on the key type.
What not to do
Do not push the fragment deeper with another key or screwdriver. Avoid glue, drilling, excessive lubricant and repeated turning with pliers. These attempts can damage the keyway, rotate the cylinder or attach material to internal components, increasing the repair scope.
Authorisation and information
Extraction is provided only for the owner, lawful occupant or authorised responsible person. Identification or proof of control may be requested. Keep both key pieces and send photos before attendance because the break pattern can help explain the fault.
Service area
Broken key extraction is available in Pattaya, Jomtien, Pratumnak, Naklua, Wongamat, Bang Lamung and nearby Chon Buri areas.