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Automotive Locksmith

Stuck with your car? We come to you.

The dealer wants a tow plus a wait list plus an inflated bill. We bring the shop to your driveway, the grocery store parking lot, or wherever you got stuck, and we cost a fraction of the dealer.

Modern cars use chipped transponder keys, push-button fobs, and proximity smart-key systems that the average shop can’t program. The technology has moved far beyond the basic metal key your parents had cut at the hardware store. Today, getting a new key for a 2018 or newer vehicle usually requires both cutting the physical key blade and programming the embedded chip so your car’s computer accepts it as authorized. We’ve invested heavily in the diagnostic tools, programming equipment, and ongoing training to handle nearly every make and model on the road. Domestic, import, luxury, electric, hybrid, and classic vehicles. All without dragging your car to the dealer or paying dealer prices.

Our mobile units carry the same programming equipment and key blanks the dealer uses, plus the experience to work on older vehicles many dealers won’t even touch anymore. Whether you’ve lost all your keys to a 2024 Toyota, locked them in the trunk of a classic Mustang, snapped a key in the ignition of your daily-driver Ford F-150, or need a spare programmed for your wife’s Subaru, we’ve seen it and fixed it. Many of our technicians have been working on automotive locksmith calls for years and there isn’t much that surprises us anymore.

Most automotive jobs are done right where you are. Your driveway, a parking lot, the side of the road, your workplace, the grocery store. No towing fees, no waiting days for a dealer appointment, no taking time off work to sit in a service department waiting room. We come to you, do the work on-site, and have you back behind the wheel typically within an hour of arrival.

When you call, have your year, make, model, and a description of what’s going on ready to share. We’ll quote you a flat rate before we dispatch, so you know exactly what the visit will cost before we head out. No surprise charges, no upsells, no high-pressure tactics. Just honest mobile locksmith service for drivers across the Treasure Valley.

Automotive services

Car Lockouts

Keys in the ignition, locked in the trunk, or just forgotten on the seat? We use proper automotive tools to get you in, no slim jims, no scratched paint, no broken weather seals.

Key Programming

Most modern keys need to be “married” to your car’s immobilizer to start the engine. We program new keys, replacement fobs, and proximity smart keys for nearly every make.

Transponder Keys

Lost the only key? We can cut a new one to your car’s lock and program the chip so it actually starts the engine, without needing the original.

Ignition Repair

Key stuck in the ignition? Won’t turn? Worn out cylinder? We repair or replace ignitions on-site for most domestic and import vehicles.

Key Replacement

Need a duplicate of a working key? We cut and program spares for far less than the dealer, including transponder and remote keys. Ask about our 50% off 2nd key promo.

Broken Key Extraction

Snapped a key in the door or ignition? We carefully extract the broken piece without damaging the lock cylinder, then cut you a new working key.

Remote & Fob Repair

Buttons not working? Battery dying every week? Water-damaged fob? We open, repair, and reseal most key fobs and remotes, much cheaper than replacement.

Door Lock Repair

Door lock cylinder broken, key won’t turn, or actuator failed? We rebuild or replace automotive door locks for most vehicles, domestic and import.

Most makes & models, handled.

We work on nearly every brand on the road, domestic, import, and luxury. Call us with your year, make, and model and we’ll confirm before we dispatch.

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Don’t see your make? Call us, we likely service it.

Locked out right now?

We bring the shop to you. Average response time 15 minutes. Mon–Sat 8AM–9PM.

Skip the dealer. Save the wait.

Dealer pricing on a replacement key fob can run $300–500 plus a tow. We do it on-site for a fraction.

No tow.

We come to your location. Driveway, parking lot, side of the road, wherever you are.

Less $$$.

Typically a fraction of dealer pricing, and you get the same working key.

No wait.

Mobile service, most jobs done in under 60 minutes once we arrive.

Common questions, honest answers.

How much does it cost to replace a car key?+
It varies a lot depending on the type of key. Basic mechanical keys are inexpensive. Transponder keys (chip keys) cost more because of the programming. Smart proximity keys (push-button start) are the most expensive but still much less than the dealer. We quote you a flat rate before we dispatch, call with your year, make, and model for an exact price.
Can you make a car key without the original?+
Yes, in most cases. For most vehicles, we can either decode the lock or use the VIN to determine what key your car needs. We then cut and program a new working key on-site. Some newer luxury vehicles require additional steps but we can still help.
Do you program key fobs?+
Yes. We program key fobs, remote keys, transponder keys, and proximity smart keys for nearly every make and model. Our mobile programming equipment is the same kind of gear the dealer uses.
My key won’t turn in the ignition. What’s wrong?+
Could be several things, worn key, worn ignition cylinder, steering wheel lock engaged, or a broken pin inside the cylinder. We diagnose on-site and can repair or replace the ignition right there for most vehicles.
Can you unlock my car if my keys are inside?+
Yes, this is one of our most common calls. We use proper automotive lockout tools (long-reach tools, air wedges) that don’t damage your weather stripping, paint, or window seals. Most car lockouts are resolved in 15-20 minutes.
Do you service Tesla, Rivian, or other EVs?+
We service many electric vehicles, but the answer depends on the specific model. Tesla in particular uses a different system that requires manufacturer access for some procedures. Call us with your specific vehicle and we’ll let you know what we can do.
How fast can you get to my car?+
During business hours (Mon-Sat 8AM-9PM), our average response time across the Boise metro is about 15 minutes. Times depend on traffic and where we have a technician nearby.
Can I just go to a hardware store to get a copy of my car key?+
For older keys (pre-2000s), often yes. For modern transponder keys, you need a locksmith or dealer because the key needs to be programmed to your specific car’s computer. A hardware-store-cut key without programming won’t start your car.
Do you accept insurance or AAA?+
Some roadside service plans cover locksmith calls, check with your insurance, AAA, or your car’s roadside assistance plan. We can provide an itemized receipt for reimbursement. Payment is collected from you at time of service.

Get back on the road.

Tell us your year, make, and model, we’ll quote you a flat rate before we dispatch.

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