Question 1

Lost My Car Keys and Have No Spare, What Should I Do?

Accepted Answer

If you've lost your car keys and have no spare, Rapid Locksmith's expert auto locksmiths can help replace your chip key or keyless fobs and get you back on the road quickly. You'll need to provide the make and model of your vehicle, VIN, car's registration number, personal identification documents, and your address to confirm ownership.

Question 2

What Information Will Be Required to Replace A Car Key?

Accepted Answer

To verify ownership and legally create a copy of the key, we'll need the make and model of your vehicle, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), your car's registration number, your personal identification documents, and your address to confirm you are the owner.

Question 3

What Type of Key Did You Have?

Accepted Answer

You'll need to determine whether you have a remote or non-remote (transponder key). This will determine the cutting & technology requirements that will go into the replacement.

Question 4

How Much Will It Cost to Replace Your Car Key?

Accepted Answer

Although the cost of having a key replaced will vary depending on its type, you should budget between $150-$500 for a proper key replacement.

Question 5

How Long Will It Take to Get Your Car Key Replacement?

Accepted Answer

Your car key replacement time depends heavily on the type of key being replaced and whether or not we have the blank key required already in stock. In most cases, we’re able to provide same-day key replacements, with on-site emergency key replacements taking approximately 30 minutes.

Question 6

Will You Need to Change Your Car Locks?

Accepted Answer

No! Car locks are unlike residential locks, meaning that once we de-program the old keys and reprogram the new locks, nothing but the new keys will be able to gain entry to your vehicle.

Question 7

What Kind of Vehicle Keys Can a Locksmith Replace?

Accepted Answer

The Rapid Locksmith team can replace any type of vehicle key from almost all car manufacturers. Our team has experience in motorcycles, vans, trucks, scooters, cars, and more, and is well acquainted with the different replication and their programming requirements.

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