A lot of times I go out to locksmith service calls in Roanoke VA and find that people have tried to get back in to their homes or cars using improper techniques or the wrong type of tools. The image below is something I have actually encountered. If you can wait 20-30 minutes for a locksmith to show up you will save hours/and hundreds of dollars later sometimes. Using tools to pry, jimy, break, or beat open locks, doors, and windows, causes permanent damage. A locksmith has the proper tools and training to get you back in a locked car or home without leaving damage or signs of breaking in.