3 Ways to Avoid Losing Your Car Keys

One of the last things anyone wants to deal with on a busy day is lost car keys. Imagine how much chaos your lost keys would add to a day full of meetings or family obligations; it would be a total disaster. Luckily, there are several steps you can take to avoid losing your keys and making days harder than they need to be. All you need is some organization and focused follow-through to ensure that you will never lose your car keys again. Our team at A1 Lock and Key has some great ideas for you, and we’ve listed them below.

1. Use a Key Hook

To avoid losing your keys at home or in the office, it's a great idea to always put them in the same place. Invest in a key hook or tray, and place it in an accessible place (for example, next to the main door in your home). This way you know exactly where your keys are located and thus retrievable.

2. Use Key Chains

When you think of key chains, you probably think about the tacky, bulky ones you can buy at a car wash. And while those can help make your keys more visible, we have a better solution for you. Try using key chains to attach your keys to items that you're less likely to leave the house without. You could use your wallet, door pass, parking pass, purse, or even your phone.

3. Use Spare Keys

Yes, the point is to not lose your keys! But sometimes things happen out of your control and so it makes good sense to be prepared. Ensuring that you have spare keys is a great way of saving yourself a lot of trouble when the above-mentioned tips are not put into practice. Just make sure that the spare keys are always somewhere safe, like in your wallet or in the inner pocket of your bag. Most importantly, remember where you keep them in case you need them.

A1 Lock and Key

In the unfortunate event that none of these tips prove effective and you still end up misplacing your car keys, contact A1 Lock and Key at (317) 775-0332 and one of our skilled and licensed locksmiths will sort out your issues. We proudly serve Indianapolis and the surrounding areas, including Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Whitestown, and nearby communities.