Car locksmith in Washington, DC
Mobile help for car lockouts, lost keys, key fobs and ignition problems, at the kerb or in the garage where your vehicle is parked.
- Dispatch from DC 20001
- Open Mon to Sun, all day
- Major credit cards
- Quote before work
Mobile car locksmith service across the District
Locked your keys in the car, lost your only key or have a fob that has stopped responding? Our automotive technicians come to the vehicle in a mobile van, so you do not need a tow for most key and lock problems.
Whether a specific key can be cut and programmed on site depends on the make, model and year. Tell us those details when you call and we will confirm what we can do and what it will cost.
Services included
Lockouts
- Opening locked car doors and trunks
- Roadside help with lock and key problems
- Removing broken keys without damaging the lock where possible
Keys and fobs
- New and spare car keys
- Laser-cut and high-security key cutting
- Key fob replacement and programming
- Transponder chip programming
- Key cutting for most vehicle makes
Locks and ignitions
- Ignition lock cylinder replacement
- Ignition switch replacement
- Vehicle lock rekeying
- Replacement door and trunk locks
Before you call
- Note the year, make and model, and whether it has push-button start.
- Have your ID and registration or title ready.
- Tell us exactly where the car is parked and whether it is in a garage.
Spare keys save money
Making a copy while you still have a working key is usually simpler and less expensive than replacing your only key after it is lost. If you are down to one key, ask about a spare.
Frequently asked questions
What information do you need for a car key?
The year, make and model, whether the car has a push-button start, and whether you still have a working key. That tells us which key or fob is needed and whether it can be cut and programmed on site.
Do I need to prove I own the vehicle?
Yes. Expect to show photo ID together with the registration or title before a technician opens the vehicle or makes a key.
Can you get a broken key out of the ignition?
In most cases a broken key can be extracted with specialised tools. If the ignition cylinder is worn or damaged, the technician explains whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
Is a locksmith cheaper than the dealer?
Not always, but often a mobile locksmith can cut and program a key on site, which saves a tow. Ask for a quote and compare it with your dealer before deciding.
Need a locksmith in Washington, DC?
Tell us what happened and where you are. We will check today's availability and give you a quote before any work begins.