Bobby pins, small screwdrivers, wedges, cotton buds, knives, paper clips, and even shoelaces can all be used to pick a lock, though a bit of time and skills are necessary. If you've tried these household hacks and still can't open that locked door, consider requesting an emergency locksmith through Airtasker instead. On the other hand, if you want to improve your household security, you can also use our platform to find security system installers near you.