PAL Saves Kids

Emergency Door Unlocking

FAQs About Pop-A-Lock’s PAL Saves Kids Program:

In the muggy heat of a Jacksonville, FL summer, your car can be a deadly place for a child. Most parents don’t realize how easy it is to end up with a child locked in the car, but between sudden gusts of wind, miscommunication, and heavy doors that swing shut by themselves, Pop-A-Lock of Jacksonville deals with hundreds of emergency lockouts every year. Our FREE PAL Saves Kids Program is one way we serve and protect the most vulnerable members of our community.

If you need an emergency locksmith right now, here’s what to do.

Call 911. The temperature inside a closed car on a sunny day can shoot up within minutes.

Call Pop-A-Lock of Jacksonville at 904-246-4590. While first responders will also contact us, it never hurts to call us directly.
Wait for the nearest Pop-A-Lock locksmith to arrive on the scene. Even if he is in the middle of a job, he will leave immediately to help with your emergency. The average wait time for emergency locksmith services is under 15 minutes.

Q: If I need an emergency locksmith, when are you available?

A: Call us 24/7, rain or shine. We know emergencies don’t just happen during regular business hours.

Q: Do you do emergency door unlocks for houses and trailers as well as cars?

A: Yes. It doesn’t matter where the lockout happens. If someone’s life is in danger, Pop-A-Lock will provide free emergency locksmith services.

Q: Is the PAL Saves Kids Program really free?

A: Absolutely. We don’t charge or take tips for rescuing people because we feel that it’s our duty to help in these situations. And we love being able to make a difference in your life when it matters most.

Q: Do you rescue adults, too?

A: Yes. Although we most often rescue children, Pop-A-Lock offers its free emergency locksmith services to anyone who cannot escape a dangerous situation, including disabled or challenged adults.

Q: How long does it take to open a door?

A: It depends on the precise situation, but usually no longer than a few minutes. Pop-A-Lock’s emergency locksmiths are highly trained and certified and carry specialized tools to open your lock quickly and safely.

Our expert locksmiths are available for 24/7 service.