Yes, an experienced locksmith can replace your car key even if you don’t have the original. Here’s the list of things they required:

Verification of Ownership

Before making a new car key, a reputable locksmith will verify that you are the owner of the vehicle. You will need to provide proof of ownership, such as your car’s registration and your driver’s license.

Identifying Key Type

Cars use different types of keys, including:

• Traditional Metal Keys: Simple, standard keys.

• Transponder Keys: These have a chip inside that communicates with the car’s immobilizer system.

• Key Fobs and Smart Keys: These require both physical cutting and electronic programming.

Generally, no! This is good news, as your dealer will be pricier and cause more of a hassle for you. We can duplicate most automotive keys on the market. There are a few exceptions, however. For the latest models, manufacturers may have yet to release the key codes to third party locksmiths. In these cases, you might need to make a visit to your dealer. However, it is likely that you can simply call on us for a far simpler experience!

Yes, we provide mobile automotive locksmith services in San Diego (CA). Our mobile locksmith services cover all of San Diego County.

This will depend on our locksmiths’ availability, your location and the services required. Some jobs are much easier to complete than others. For example, resolving a standard lockout is generally an easy task.

For most foreign and domestic vehicles with basic security, key duplication usually takes 15 minutes to duplicate and 30 minutes to reprogram the key. Cars with more sophisticated security systems could take four to 24 hours to duplicate.

This is extremely important. In the state of California, locksmiths are required to submit a criminal history background check to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and receive approval. In consideration of their special access to key duplication, you must only rely on a licensed locksmith.

To duplicate a key, you will need to have the original and working key on hand. It is always a good idea to have a spare key. If you don’t, consider making a duplicate immediately. Key cutting, however, does not require that you have a physical key. It merely is done according to your particular key code released by the manufacturer. This is how we can recreate a lost or damaged key!