Locked your keys in your car?

Keys locked in the boot, left on a seat or accidentally shut inside while loading or unloading your vehicle? Whatever has happened, you are not the first and won’t be the last. Don’t reach for the hammer, give us a call instead.

We provide mobile vehicle entry across South Essex and can gain access to most cars and vans using specialist non-destructive entry techniques.

We’ll ask for a few details about your vehicle and location, explain how we can help and confirm the price before attending, so you know exactly what you’ll pay.

We always aim to get to you as quickly as possible and will give you an estimated arrival time when you call.

Gaining access to a Vauxhall Corsa when the keys are locked inside

Professional Non-Destructive Vehicle Entry

Modern vehicles can be surprisingly difficult to get into without the correct equipment and knowledge.

Unlock Auto uses specialist vehicle lock-picking and entry equipment to gain access as safely and non-destructively as possible.

Whether you’ve locked your keys in the passenger compartment or accidentally shut them in the boot, call us before resorting to breaking a window or attempting to force your way into the vehicle.

Vehicle Entry Across South Essex

If you’re searching for an auto locksmith in South Essex because you’ve locked your keys inside your vehicle, Unlock Auto offers a mobile vehicle entry service that comes directly to you.

We cover Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas including Great Wakering, Shoeburyness, Thorpe Bay, Westcliff-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, Rochford, Hockley, Rayleigh, Benfleet, Canvey Island and Wickford, as well as other nearby areas across South Essex.

Not sure whether we cover your location? Give us a call.

Need help? Tell us your registration and we'll do the rest

Enter your vehicle registration and we'll identify your vehicle for you.

Most Makes & Models Covered

We can gain entry to most cars and vans, covering a wide range of makes and models including Ford, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Renault, Peugeot, Citroën, Fiat, Toyota, Kia, Hyundai, Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, MINI, SEAT, Škoda and many more.

Different vehicles use different locking and security systems, so if you're unsure whether we can help with your vehicle, just give us a call.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you open my car if I've locked the keys inside?

Yes. We can gain entry to most cars and vans using specialist non-destructive vehicle entry techniques, without causing unnecessary damage to your vehicle.

In many cases, yes. Different vehicles have different locking and security systems, so call us with your registration and we'll confirm whether we can help.

Our aim is to gain entry non-destructively using professional lock-picking and vehicle entry techniques rather than forcing our way into the vehicle.

Our vehicle entry service is no entry – no fee. If we're unable to gain access, you won't be charged for the vehicle entry service.

Yes. For security, we need to confirm your identity and that you are authorised to access the vehicle. We will ask to see photo ID and proof of ownership or use of the vehicle, such as the V5C, insurance documents or other suitable documentation.

VW Golf opened after the keys were locked inside in Southend.

Recent Vehicle Entry Jobs

A selection of cars and vans we've recently gained entry to across South Essex. From keys locked inside the car to keys accidentally shut in the boot, we regularly help customers get back into their vehicles using specialist non-destructive entry techniques.