Car Key & Ignition Services

Lost Your Car Keys? We’ll Get You Back on the Road Fast

Car key problems can turn a regular day into a stressful one.

Whether your key broke, was lost or your ignition suddenly stopped turning, Locksmith Plus can help. We provide professional automotive locksmith services across Queens and Long Island, often saving you the time and hassle of towing your vehicle to a dealership.

Our mobile technicians come directly to your location with the tools and technology needed to cut, program or repair many types of car keys and ignition systems.

We offer scheduled automotive services during our regular daytime hours and a 24/7 emergency line for urgent car lockouts and serious key or ignition issues that cannot wait.

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What We Can Do for You

On site car key replacement

If you have lost your only car key, you do not always need a tow or a trip to the dealer.

In many cases, we can:

  • Cut a new key for your vehicle
  • Program the transponder or smart key
  • Test it on site to make sure everything works properly

We service many car brands and models, including vehicles that use standard metal keys and those with modern key fobs.

Key duplication and spare keys

It is almost always cheaper and easier to make a spare key before you lose the last one.

We offer duplication for:

  • Standard metal keys
  • Transponder (chipped) keys
  • Remote flip keys
  • Smart proximity key fobs

Having a spare key can help you avoid emergency costs and downtime later.

Broken key extraction

If your key has snapped inside the ignition or a door lock, forcing it can cause more damage.

We can:

  • Safely extract the broken key
  • Inspect the cylinder and mechanism
  • Rekey or replace the affected cylinder when needed

In many cases, this can be done on site without changing every lock on the vehicle.

Ignition repair and replacement

If your key does not turn, gets stuck or the ignition feels loose, the problem may be inside the ignition cylinder or related components.

Common issues we handle:

  • Key will not turn in the ignition
  • Key stuck and will not come out
  • Ignition turns freely without starting
  • Wear or internal damage to the ignition cylinder

We can repair or replace many types of ignition cylinders using appropriate parts for the vehicle, and will always explain options and costs before starting.

Transponder and smart key programming

Modern vehicles often require electronic pairing between the key and the car’s computer.

Our technicians use advanced programming tools to:

  • Pair new transponder keys
  • Program or reprogram many types of key fobs
  • Help reset immobilizer systems when needed

In many cases this can be done at your location, so you do not need to visit a dealership for basic key and fob programming.

How It Works - Step by Step

  • You call our dispatcher and tell us your vehicle make, model, year and location.
  • We confirm the type of key or problem as best as possible over the phone.
  • We send a nearby automotive locksmith. Arrival time depends on your location, traffic and technician availability.
  • When we arrive, we verify that you are authorized to use the vehicle, for your safety and ours
  • We diagnose the issue, such as lost key, broken key, key not turning or ignition problem.
  • We cut, program or repair the key or ignition system on site when possible.
  • We test everything with you to make sure it works smoothly before we leave.

Our goal is for you to drive away safely with working keys and a clear understanding of what was done.

Pro Tip

If you currently have only one working car key, consider making a spare now.
It is usually cheaper and faster to duplicate a working key than to replace a lost one from scratch. A short daytime visit from an automotive locksmith can save you time, stress and higher emergency costs later.
We can duplicate and program most types of car keys, including:
  • Standard metal keys
  • Transponder chip keys
  • Remote keys and key fobs
  • Push-to-start smart keys (where supported)
You get clear communication and honest pricing before any work begins, plus a convenient mobile visit at your home or workplace. Making a spare now is the simplest way to avoid getting stuck later.

Why many drivers choose Locksmith Plus instead of a dealer?

We come to you

no towing to a dealership in many cases

Clear explanations

we explain what is possible for your specific vehicle before starting

Warranty on parts and labor

according to the service and hardware used

On site solutions for many vehicles

often same day service for common key and ignition issues

Licensed and background checked technicians

professional, vetted technicians

24/7 emergency line

for urgent car lockouts and serious key problems

Need Car Key Help Right Now?

If you have a problem with your car key, fob or ignition: • For planned services such as making a spare key or fixing a known ignition issue, you can book an appointment during our regular daytime working hours. • For emergency lockouts or urgent key problems that leave you unable to use your vehicle, you can call our 24/7 emergency line.

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FAQ - Locksmith Plus Services​

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In many cases yes. Depending on the vehicle, we may be able to cut and program a new key based on the vehicle information and codes, without the original key. We will confirm what is possible for your make and model when you call.

Yes. We can often repair worn or damaged ignition cylinders or replace them when repair is not reliable. We use appropriate parts for the vehicle and make sure the new or repaired ignition works smoothly with your keys before we finish.

For many vehicles, yes. We can program or reprogram transponder keys, remote fobs and some push to start smart keys, as long as we have the right tooling and access for that make and model. We will tell you in advance if your vehicle requires dealer programming only.

For many vehicles, creating and programming a new key or fob can take around 30–60 minutes once we are on site, depending on the key type, the programming process and how complex the system is.

Our emergency automotive service for car lockouts and urgent key or ignition issues is available 24/7. Non emergency services such as making spare keys or planned ignition repairs are usually scheduled during our regular daytime working hours.

In many cases, yes. For common key and ignition services, an automotive locksmith can often be more convenient and more affordable than a dealership, especially when you factor in towing and waiting times. We will always explain your options and give you a clear estimate before starting.

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