Emergency Auto Locksmith
Stranded with a key problem? Whether you've lost your keys, locked them in, snapped one or the car won't recognise it, we come to your vehicle and sort it on site.
- 6 years' experience
- Fully mobile — we come to you
- Typically with you in 30–60 minutes
- Price agreed before work starts
- Cars, vans and smart keys
- AVG Same Day Service
- DBS Checked
- 5★ Reviews
Not A National Company
A local business, not a call centre.
Real Local Professionals
Locals, not technicians sent by a middle-man company.
No Inflated Pricing
National companies often mark prices up 2–3x. We don't.
Deal Direct With The Technician
No wondering who or when. It's always us.
Need An Auto Locksmith Urgently? We Come To Your Vehicle
An emergency auto locksmith comes to your vehicle to solve urgent key and lock problems on the spot, from lost keys and lockouts to broken keys and immobiliser faults.
Most jobs are finished in a single visit, with no recovery truck needed.
Lost Your Keys, Locked Out Or Unable To Start The Car?
Tell us what's happened and we'll work out the right fix.
You don't need to know which service you need before calling.
Mobile Locksmith Assistance At Home, Work Or The Roadside
We attend vehicles on driveways, in workplace and supermarket car parks, and at the roadside, arriving with the equipment to cut keys, program them and open locked vehicles.
If you're somewhere unsafe, move to a safe spot if you can and tell us when you call. If a child or pet is locked inside a hot car, call 999 first.
Call now: 023 8218 2738
Emergency Auto Locksmith Eastleigh Coverage
We provide an emergency auto locksmith service across Eastleigh and the surrounding towns and villages, typically reaching most callouts within 30–60 minutes.
Assistance Across Eastleigh & Surrounding Towns
Our coverage includes Eastleigh, Chandler's Ford, Hedge End, Fair Oak and Bishopstoke, along with the smaller communities around them.
With quick access to the M3 and M27, we also reach West End, Botley, Otterbourne and North Baddesley without long delays. See our areas we cover for the full list.
Home, Workplace, Car Park & Roadside Call-Outs
We attend wherever the vehicle is, including homes, workplaces, supermarket and station car parks, and safe roadside locations.
For car parks with restricted access, such as some station or airport car parks, let us know when you call so we can plan how to reach you.
Emergency Car Key & Vehicle Locksmith Problems We Handle
Most emergencies fall into four groups. Find yours below for what to expect.
Lost Your Only Car Key With No Spare Available
We make a new key at your vehicle without the original, and remove the lost key from the car's memory where the vehicle allows.
See Lost Car Keys.
Keys Locked Inside The Car Or Boot
We open the vehicle using non-destructive entry methods, with no broken glass or forced doors.
See Locked Keys In Car.
Broken, Snapped Or Damaged Car Keys
We extract snapped blades, then repair or replace the key depending on what has failed.
See Broken Car Keys.
Key, Immobiliser Or Ignition Problems Leaving You Stranded
If the key won't turn, gets stuck, or turns but the car won't start, we diagnose whether the fault is the key, the immobiliser or the ignition.
See Car Key Programming for recognition faults, or Ignition Repair & Replacement if the key won't turn or release.
What Happens When You Call An Emergency Auto Locksmith?
You tell us the vehicle, problem and location; we confirm the price and arrival time; we arrive with the right equipment; and we fix the problem and test everything before you pay.
Tell Us Your Vehicle, Problem & Current Location
Your make, model, year, registration and a quick description of what's happened let us understand the job straight away.
We Identify The Likely Key Or Lock System Before Attendance
From your vehicle details, we identify the key type, lock design and security system, so we set off with the right blanks, fobs and tools.
That preparation is what allows most emergencies to be resolved in one visit.
The Vehicle Is Opened, Repaired Or A New Key Is Made On Site
Depending on the emergency, the work may involve non-destructive entry, key cutting, transponder programming, remote or smart key programming, broken key extraction or ignition diagnosis.
We explain what we're doing as we go, and if the job turns out to be different from what was described, we'll tell you before continuing.
The Key & Vehicle Are Tested Before The Job Is Complete
Before we leave, we test that the key locks, unlocks and starts the vehicle, and that remote or keyless functions work.
Can An Auto Locksmith Make A New Car Key At The Roadside?
Yes. On many vehicles, a mobile auto locksmith can make and program a new car key at the roadside, even with no original, so the car doesn't need recovering to a dealer.
Whether this is possible depends on the vehicle and its security system.
Replacing A Lost Key Without The Original
We decode the vehicle's lock to cut the blade and identify the correct transponder or smart key from your vehicle details.
See Lost Car Keys for the full process.
Cutting & Programming The New Key At Your Vehicle
The key is cut in the van and programmed to the immobiliser through the diagnostic port or the vehicle's security module, then tested before you drive away.
Which Vehicles Can We Help In An Emergency?
BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Land Rover, Volvo, Ford, Volkswagen, Vauxhall, Peugeot, Renault, Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Mazda, Hyundai and Kia.
Smart Keys, Keyless Entry & Modern Vehicle Security Systems
We also work with smart keys and keyless systems on premium and modern vehicles, such as BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Land Rover, Hyundai and Kia.
For a small number of the very latest models, some key work may still be dealer-only, and we'll tell you on the phone rather than waste your time.
Locked Out Of Your Car? Professional Vehicle Entry Without Unnecessary Damage
If your keys are locked inside, we open the vehicle using vehicle-specific non-destructive methods, and your locks and alarm work normally afterwards.
Keys Locked Inside The Passenger Compartment
The most common lockout, and usually the quickest to resolve.
Many are sorted within minutes of our arrival.
Keys Locked Inside The Boot Or Load Area
Boot and van load area lockouts can take a different approach, because many vehicles only release the boot electronically once unlocked.
See Locked Keys In Car.
Get a free quote in two quick steps
Send your details and we'll call you back with a price. For anything urgent, just call.
- Price explained before any work
- No upfront payment
- Deal direct with the technician
Mobile Auto Locksmith vs Vehicle Recovery — What Do You Need?
If the problem is with your keys, locks or immobiliser, a mobile auto locksmith can usually fix it at the vehicle. If the vehicle has a mechanical or major electrical breakdown, recovery or another specialist is the right call.
| Situation | Mobile Auto Locksmith | Vehicle Recovery |
|---|---|---|
| Lost car keys | Often suitable | Often unnecessary |
| Keys locked inside | Usually suitable | Usually unnecessary |
| Broken car key | Often suitable | Depends on fault |
| Replacement key programming | Often suitable | Often unnecessary |
| Ignition lock fault | Often suitable | Depends on diagnosis |
| Mechanical vehicle breakdown | Not locksmith work | May be appropriate |
| Major electrical or mechanical fault | May require another specialist | Recovery may be appropriate |
When The Problem Can Be Solved At The Vehicle
Key, lock, entry and immobiliser problems are all locksmith work, and most can be resolved where the vehicle is.
When Another Automotive Specialist May Be Required
If the engine won't start because of a flat battery, starter motor or mechanical fault, that isn't a locksmith problem, and we'll tell you honestly so you can call the right help.
Is An Emergency Call-Out More Expensive?
The cost of an emergency auto locksmith depends on your vehicle, the problem, the key type, any programming needed, the lock and security system, and how complex the work is. A lockout usually costs less than an all keys lost replacement. We confirm the price before any work begins, with no payment upfront.
Why The Type Of Emergency Affects The Price
Opening a car, extracting a broken key and making a new smart key from scratch involve very different amounts of time, equipment and parts.
Lost Keys, Lockouts & Programming Require Different Work
A lockout needs entry only. A lost key needs cutting and programming. A recognition fault may need diagnosis and reprogramming. Each is priced for the work it actually involves.
Know The Cost Before Locksmith Work Begins
You'll know the price before we start, with no payment upfront, no hidden charges and no obligation to proceed.
If the actual problem turns out to be different, we'll explain the revised cost first. If you decline the revised work, there's no call-out fee.
Call for an emergency quote: 023 8218 2738
Urgent Call-Outs From Driveways & Car Parks
Typical emergencies and how they're resolved at the vehicle.
BMW All Keys Lost — Replacement Key Made At The Vehicle
A BMW with no remaining keys, with a new key prepared from the security module and programmed at the roadside.
Ford Transit Locked Out — Vehicle Entry Restored
A Transit with keys locked in the cab, opened without damage so the driver could get back to work.
Volkswagen Key Failure — Problem Diagnosed At The Roadside
A Volkswagen that suddenly stopped recognising its key, diagnosed on site and resolved by reprogramming.
See more Recent Jobs or call 023 8218 2738.
Emergency Call-Out Questions
Matching The Problem To The Right Service
Key Stuck Or Ignition Won't Turn?
We'll find out whether it's the key or the barrel.
Back On The Road And Want To Avoid The Next Emergency?
A spare key is the simplest prevention. For everything else, browse the full range.
Need An Emergency Auto Locksmith? Call With Your Vehicle Details
Call us now and we'll give you a price and an arrival time straight away.
Have these ready if you can:
- Vehicle make, model, year and registration
- What's happened
- Whether any working key remains
- Whether you can get into the vehicle
- Your exact location
Prefer to text? Send us the details and we'll get straight back to you, or contact us online.