The cost of replacing car keys depends mainly on the type of key needed to start the vehicle. In addition, the costs vary depending on the service you need.
We take credit and debit card on the day the work is carried out. All prices are inclusive of VAT and a vat invoice can be issues upon request.
If you don’t have a copy of your car key to show us, we will use your car’s VIN number and professional software that can be accessed only by certified specialists in order to figure out how exactly your car key should be cut.
It is not possible to replace or repair car keys on your own; the process requires professional expertise especially in the area of car key programming. A trained professional will be able to assess the situation and provide with a comprehensive solution based on the details of the situation.
We should be able to complete the process of replacing your car key and generating a remote within 1 hour. The time taken largely depends on the nature of the findings, the type of car key to be replaced and how best to integrate the new set into the car.
Most of the car keys nowadays have a transponder chip in the key or remote. This chip responds to a radio signal that the ignition transmits, once a car key gets inserted into it. If there is no chip in the key or the chip isn’t programmed properly, the ignition won’t start and it will not be possible to drive the car. This chip helps to protect vehicles from being stolen and while cutting the key code inside the metal part of the key can be used by many scammers. Only professional locksmiths have the necessary knowledge and equipment that is needed in order to program transponder keys properly.
On the odd occasion the buttons on the remote will not function. There could be many reasons often just turning the ignition on will reset the system.
You may get a warranty on the keys, but it depends on the nature of the situation. The warranty period may also vary depending on the specific case.
