Lost your car key?
We’ll come and fix it today.
Our friendly mobile team cuts and programs car keys right where your car is parked at home, at work, or on the roadside. Fast, fair, and ready any time of day.
Why Drivers in Solihull Call Us First
Losing a car key is stressful. Getting locked out is worse. You can’t drive to work. You can’t pick up the kids. Your whole day stops.
Going to a car dealer takes time. You may wait many days. You may also pay a high price.
A Faster, Easier Way
Our Auto Locksmith Solihull team makes this easy. We drive to you and cut a new key on the spot. Our tools match what big dealers use, but we work faster and charge less.
How The Chip Inside Your Key Works
Modern car keys have a tiny chip inside. This chip talks to your car’s computer. Our vans carry the right tools to set up this chip, so your new key can start the engine the same day.
Common Problems We Fix Every Day
Lost Car Key
No spare anywhere? We can cut and program a brand new key using your car’s own security details.
Locked Out
Keys stuck inside the car? We open the door safely with soft tools — no scratches, no damage.
Fob Not Working
Buttons feel mushy or remote stopped working? Often it’s a small fix, not a full replacement.
Broken Key
Key snapped in half or won’t turn? We carry spare blanks and can cut a fresh one on the spot.
Smart Repairs Save You Money
Before we tell you that a key needs replacing, we always check it first. A lot of the time, the real problem is small — like a flat battery or a loose wire and that’s a much cheaper fix.
- We test the fob to find the exact problem.
- If it’s a small fix, we sort it on the spot.
- If a new key is really needed, we cut and program one right away.
- Either way, you know the price before any work starts.
This simple check saves many drivers from paying for a brand new key when they didn’t need one.
Locked Out? Help Is On The Way
It happens to almost everyone. Keys get left on the seat, in a bag, or in the boot. The door is locked and you’re stuck outside.
Just call us and tell us where you are, plus what car you drive. A technician sets off right away with a full mobile workshop in the van.
Soft, gentle tools open the door with no scratches and no dents. If your only key is gone for good, a brand new one can still be cut using your car’s own details.
Drivers who’ve been locked out of their car in Coventry know exactly how stressful this feels — and how good it is when help shows up fast.
Get A Spare Before You Need One
Here’s a question worth thinking about: what would you do if your only car key broke right now? No spare means no driving until help arrives.
Getting a spare key made is quick, simple, and doesn’t cost much. Most spares are ready in under an hour, right at your home or workplace.
Keep it in a drawer, give it to a family member, or leave it with a neighbour you trust. It’s a small step today that can save you a stressful day later.
Need a remote key cut too? Check out our remote car key replacement service in Coventry for more details.
Dealer or Mobile Locksmith?
Not sure which way to go? Here’s a simple side-by-side look to help you decide.
| What You Care About | Car Dealer | Mobile Locksmith |
|---|---|---|
| How fast it’s done | 3–7 Days | Same Day |
| Where it happens | You tow the car in | We come to you |
| Cost | Very Expensive | Fair & Fixed |
| When you can call | Office hours only | Day or night, 24/7 |
Areas We Cover Around Solihull
Wherever you are in town, a friendly technician is never too far away.
Town Centre
Quick help near Touchwood and the train station for shoppers and workers.
Olton
Friendly, fast support for residents living and working nearby.
Knowle
Reliable service for people commuting in and out every day.
Dorridge
Fast key cutting and programming wherever your car is parked.
A Few Things Worth Knowing
Simple answers to help you understand what’s going on with your car key.
What is the chip inside my key?
Most cars made after 1995 have a tiny transponder chip hidden inside the key. When you turn the key, the car asks the chip for a secret code. If it matches, the engine starts. If not, the engine stays off — even if the metal part of the key turns fine. We carry the tools needed to set up this chip for a new key.
Why do remote buttons stop working?
Buttons get pressed thousands of times over the years. The small switches inside can wear out, or tiny solder joints can crack if the fob gets dropped. Often we can fix these small parts instead of replacing the whole remote, which keeps the cost down.
What’s a “smart key” or proximity key?
Newer cars let you unlock the door and start the engine just by having the key in your pocket. These keys work like small radios talking to the car. Setting them up takes special equipment, which is exactly what our mobile vans carry.
Could the problem be the ignition, not the key?
Sometimes a key that won’t turn isn’t the key’s fault at all — the ignition lock itself might be worn out. If your key feels stiff or sticky, it’s worth getting checked. Our friends who handle ignition lock repair in Coventry see this kind of issue all the time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make a key with no spare at all?
Yes. We can cut and program a brand new key using your car’s own details, even if every key is gone.
How long does it take to program a key?
Usually between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on your car’s security system.
Do I need to prove the car is mine?
Yes. For safety, please have your vehicle registration document (V5C) or insurance papers ready.
What if my car is parked in a tight space?
That’s fine. Our mobile workshop can work anywhere we’re able to reach the car.
Are the new keys good quality?
Yes, they meet or beat the standards set by the car makers themselves.
Are you open on weekends?
Yes, we work 24/7 including weekends and bank holidays.
Can a key that went through the wash be saved?
Often yes, if the chip inside is still working we can clean and repair it.
What if my fob buttons feel weak or sticky?
We can usually repair the small parts inside, which costs less than a full new fob.
Stuck right now? We’re ready.
Call us and a friendly technician will head straight to your car, anywhere in Solihull.
📞 07368 935006