Car Key Repairs
Car Key & Remote Repairs in Southend & South Essex
Car key looking worse for wear or no longer working properly? It doesn’t always need replacing.
Unlock Auto repairs and re-cases damaged car keys and remotes across Southend and South Essex, with many repairs available from as little as £30.
From worn buttons and broken cases to damaged blades and faulty remotes, we’ll check whether your existing key can be repaired before recommending a replacement.
Don't Replace It If We Can Repair It
A replacement remote or smart key can cost considerably more than repairing the one you already have.
If the electronics and transponder inside your key are still working correctly, we may be able to transfer them into a new case, replace worn components or fit and cut a new blade.
The result can be a key that looks and works like new, without the cost of replacing the complete key.
What Car Key Problems Can We Repair?
Broken or Worn Key Cases
Cracked, damaged or falling-apart key shells can often be replaced while retaining the original electronics.
Worn or Missing Buttons
Buttons that no longer press correctly, have worn through or have missing covers may be repairable.
Damaged or Worn Key Blade
A badly worn, bent or damaged blade can sometimes be replaced and cut to the correct profile.
Remote Key Problems
If your remote has stopped working or has become unreliable, we can inspect it and determine whether a repair is possible.
Tell us your registration and we'll do the rest
Car Key Re-Casing
If the case of your key is cracked, worn or falling apart but the electronics still work, you may only need a new shell rather than a complete replacement key.
We can transfer the original electronics and transponder into a suitable replacement case and, where required, supply and cut a new blade.
You’ll keep the key that’s already programmed to your vehicle, just in a fresh new case.
How Much Does a Car Key Repair Cost?
Many straightforward key repairs and re-casing jobs start from £25, depending on the key and the work required.
If your key can’t be economically repaired, we’ll let you know before carrying out any work and can advise you on replacement options.
Mobile Car Key Repairs Across South Essex, carried out at your home or business
There’s no need to post your only car key away or be without it for days.
Unlock Auto is based in Great Wakering and provides a mobile car key repair service across Southend-on-Sea and South Essex, including Rochford, Shoeburyness, Leigh-on-Sea, Rayleigh and surrounding areas.
We arrange a convenient time and carry out the repair at your location wherever possible.
Need a Completely New Key?
If your existing key is beyond repair, or you’d rather have an additional key, we can also supply, cut and programme replacement remote and smart keys.
Visit our Spare Car Keys page to find out more.