So the only way to get a door open when you re on the outside and it s locked from the inside is to remove the door from its hinges.
Break in a door thats locked.
Place a security bar perpendicular to the door and under the handle or door knob.
You never know when you might get locked out of a room so having a plan t.
If you are locked out of your home there is no need to break a window or the door.
Ramming a door will likely lead a damaged door and door lock.
It s also physically dangerous compared to the other methods so only use it as a last resort.
In an emergency situation sometimes your only option is to physically force a door open.
Pull the knob free of the door and disengage the latch with your fingers.
You could secure them by taping them on the wall or door frame on both sides.
The main point of this action is to place enough force on the locking mechanisms or the door hinges to pry them out of position.
Stand in a solid stance.
Removing the door hinges to your door is only successful if you have an outswing door.
Best of all it only requires a hammer and a small screwdriver.
Depending on the kind of lock installed in your door you may be able to disengage the lock immediately after removing the knob or you may need to remove a secondary mounting plate.
When someone tries to open it by pulling outward the door won t open because it s blocked by the bar.
Use the second bobby pin broken in half toward the top of the lock and move it back and forth.
Here are 3 techniques that professionals use and you can use them too.
These can be simply unfastened with your screwdriver to take apart the knob.
This quick and easy method can help you open a door that s locked from the inside.
A screwdriver is the perfect tool to help you out in those situations.
Start by inserting the closed looped side of one bobby pin into the bottom portion of the lock.
Break down a door.
However it s only a great tool for a specific type of lock.
Outswing doors have outward facing hinges.
You can use a broom stick or a metal bar that s longer than the door s width.
Be aware that this will ruin the door frame the lock and often the door itself.