Car Locksmith

What Does a Car Locksmith Do?

If you think all a car locksmith does is pick your car lock when you lock your keys in your car, than think again. While it is true that a car locksmith gets numerous calls every year from people who have locked their keys in their car and need help getting them out, as well as getting calls from drivers who have had their keys break off in their locks, or whose locks simply quit working, they also perform a variety of other services regarding locks for your car.

Replacing Lost or Stolen Car Keys

With today’s theft prevention systems in place, you can no longer simply get your ignition key replaced or cut a duplicate at a key shop. The heads of car keys during the last 20 years have been equipped with special computer chips that send a message to your car allowing it to be started. Nowadays you need a professional car locksmith to replace those lost or stolen keys, as they will also need to add and program a transponder so that you will be able to start your car. In many cases locksmiths also need to replace the key fob as well.

Automatic Locking Systems

In addition, some cars come with automatic locking systems on various parts of the cars that can fail over time, and require repairs or replacing. A car locksmith can provide services for people with automatic locking systems as well. This can be vitally important should those automatic locks stop working when you have somewhere you need to be.

Car Locksmiths Come to You

One of the most important services that a car locksmith can provide is that they will come to you, and don’t expect you to come to them. If you have your car’s locks repaired by the car dealership they expected you to bring the car to them, but this can be an almost impossible feat if you cannot gain access to your car, or if you have lost your car keys and need them replaced. In addition, having your car locks or keys dealt with by the dealership often results in you paying inflated prices for their services. On the other hand, a car locksmith can save you the inconvenience, and the expense, of having your car towed to the dealership. More often than not, we will perform the services for less than a dealership would.

If you are looking for a professional car locksmith to help you with a key or lock problem in your car, why not call the professionals at Home Run Locksmith at 844-786-5625, and let us know what we can do for you.