Automotive Locksmith in Port St. Lucie

Why People Call Us for Car Lockouts and Keys

You're standing in the Publix parking lot. Your keys? In the car. Ignition still running. AC on full blast.

Or you lost your only car key. The dealer wants $450 and says you need to tow it in. They can fit you in next Thursday.

Maybe your key broke off in the ignition. Half in, half in your hand. Your car's not going anywhere until someone fixes this.

I've done over 1,800 automotive jobs in Port St. Lucie since 2009. Honda Civics at Target in St. Lucie West. Ford F-150s at construction sites in Tradition. Mercedes at the golf course in PGA Village. Tesla Model 3s that won't recognize their key fobs.

We come to you. We unlock your car. We make new keys. We program transponders. We fix ignitions. All mobile. No towing.

What We Do for Drivers

Car Lockouts (Fast, No Damage)

Keys locked in your car? We'll have you back inside in 10-15 minutes. No coat hangers. No broken windows. Professional tools that work.

We use slim jims, air wedges, and long-reach tools designed for modern cars. Your paint stays perfect. Your weather stripping stays intact. You're back in your car like nothing happened.

Lost Car Keys (Made On-Site)

Lost your only key? We make new ones. Right there in your driveway.

We cut the key, program the transponder chip, and test it. Most cars take 30-45 minutes. Some luxury cars take longer—BMW, Mercedes, Audi have encrypted systems that need extra time.

Transponder Key Programming

Modern car keys have chips inside. The chip talks to your car's computer. No chip communication? No start.

We program transponder keys for all makes and models. Honda, Toyota, Ford, Chevy, Nissan, Hyundai. Even push-button start vehicles.

Ignition Repair and Replacement

Key won't turn? Gets stuck? You have to wiggle it just right?

Worn ignition cylinders are common on high-mileage vehicles. We replace them on-site. You get a new ignition and new keys that actually work.

Broken Key Extraction

Key snapped off in your door lock? In your ignition? We extract it without damaging the cylinder.

Then we cut you a new key right there. You're back on the road in 20-30 minutes.

How Much Does Automotive Locksmith Service Cost?

Car lockout? $75-125 depending on the car and time of day. After midnight? Add $35 for emergency hours.

Lost key replacement (basic transponder)? $150-250. That includes cutting the key and programming it.

Lost key for luxury cars (BMW, Mercedes, Audi)? $300-500. They use encrypted systems that require dealer-level equipment. We have it.

Smart key / push-button start replacement? $250-450 depending on the car.

Ignition replacement? $200-400 including parts and labor.

Broken key extraction? $65-95.

We tell you the price before we come out. No surprises. No "oh by the way" charges at the end.

Why Not Just Call the Dealer?

You can. They'll tell you to tow your car in. They'll charge you $300-600 for a key. They'll make you wait 3-5 days.

Or you call us. We come to you. We make the key cheaper. We do it same-day. Usually same-hour.

Dealers use the same key blanks and programming equipment we do. You're paying extra for their overhead and their wait time. We skip both.

Real Stories from Real Lockouts

The Target Parking Lot Panic

Mom called me from Target in St. Lucie West. Keys locked in her running Honda CRV. Two kids in car seats. Engine running. Doors locked.

Kids were fine—watching a movie on the screen. But mom was losing it.

I was there in 18 minutes. Used a long-reach tool through a door gap. Unlocked it in 4 minutes. Kids never stopped watching their movie. Mom cried from relief.

The Lost Key at the Beach

Guy was at Jensen Beach. Went swimming. Left his keys in his shorts pocket. Wave hit him. Keys gone.

Only key to his 2022 Toyota Camry. Dealer said $485 for a new key. Plus he'd have to tow it from the beach.

We met him at the beach parking lot. Made a new key. Programmed it. Total time: 42 minutes. Total cost: $220. He drove home.

The Broken Key in the Ignition

Woman in Tradition. Her key broke off in the ignition of her 2019 Nissan Altima. Half the key was still in there.

She called a tow truck. Driver said he couldn't help. Told her to call a locksmith.

We extracted the broken key. Cut a new one from the VIN. Programmed it. She was driving again in 35 minutes.

The BMW That Wouldn't Start

Guy bought a used 2020 BMW 3 Series. It came with one key fob. Battery died in the fob after a week.

BMW dealer wanted $550 for a new key fob. Plus he'd have to schedule an appointment and wait a week.

We came to his house in Port St. Lucie Gardens. Made a new key fob. Programmed it. Cost him $385. Done in 90 minutes.

What Cars Do You Work On?

All of them. Seriously.

Honda, Toyota, Ford, Chevy, Nissan, Mazda, Hyundai, Kia. These are easy. Standard transponder programming.

BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Lexus, Infiniti, Acura. These are harder. Encrypted systems. We have the equipment for them too.

Tesla? Yes. Their key cards and fobs can be programmed if you have access to the touchscreen.

Older cars (pre-1995 with no chip keys)? Even easier. We cut a key and you're done. 10 minutes.

Common Questions About Car Locksmith Service

Can you unlock my car without scratching it?

Yes. We use professional automotive locksmith tools. Air wedges that create a tiny gap. Long-reach tools that slide through without touching paint.

I've unlocked over 1,800 cars. I've never scratched one. That's the difference between a professional and a guy with a coat hanger.

How long does it take to make a new car key?

Basic transponder key (Honda, Toyota, Ford)? 30-45 minutes. That's cutting the key and programming the chip.

Smart key / push-button start? 45-90 minutes. Luxury cars with encrypted systems? Sometimes longer.

Can you make a key if I lost all my keys?

Yes. We don't need your original key. We can pull codes from your VIN or decode your locks. Then we cut and program a new key.

Will my new key work exactly like the original?

Yes. We use OEM-quality key blanks and program them to factory specs. Your new key will unlock doors, start the car, and operate the trunk just like the original.

Do you come to me or do I bring my car to you?

We come to you. That's the whole point of mobile locksmith service.

Wherever your car is—your driveway, office parking lot, grocery store, side of the road—we come there. You don't tow. You don't drive a non-starting car anywhere.

What if I locked my keys in the trunk?

We pop the trunk from inside the car or use trunk release tools. If your car has a trunk lock cylinder, we can pick it.

Either way, we're getting your keys back.

Can you fix my ignition if the key won't turn?

Usually yes. Sometimes the ignition cylinder is worn. Sometimes the key itself is worn. Sometimes there's an issue with the steering wheel lock.

We diagnose it on-site. If it's the cylinder, we replace it. If it's the key, we cut a fresh one. If it's the steering lock, we show you how to wiggle it free.

How Fast Can You Get to Me?

Port St. Lucie area? 20-30 minutes average. St. Lucie West and Tradition are usually faster—15-20 minutes.

Jensen Beach, Stuart, Fort Pierce? 30-45 minutes.

Out in Palm City or Port Salerno? 40-50 minutes.

We've got mobile units that cover the whole Treasure Coast. When you call, we dispatch whoever's closest.

Service Areas for Automotive Locksmith

We provide mobile automotive locksmith service throughout Port St. Lucie and the Treasure Coast:

• Port St. Lucie
• Saint Lucie West
• Tradition
• Fort Pierce
• Jensen Beach
• Stuart
• Palm City
• Port Salerno
• Rio

Why Choose Doctor Lockout for Car Locksmith Service?

Because we show up. Fast. With the right tools and the right knowledge.

Because we've been doing this since 2009. We know cars. We know transponder systems. We know which key blanks work for which makes. We don't guess. We know.

Because we're cheaper than dealers and faster than tow trucks. You call us. We come. We fix it. You drive away. Simple.

Because we're local. We live in Port St. Lucie. We know where things are. We know the traffic patterns. We don't waste your time looking for your street.

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