FAQ’s For Desert Locksmith

The short answer is gentle. Keys are not very thick and if the cuts on your key are deep, that only makes the key more likely to break. If the key or lock is old, keep in mind that metal on metal wears down over time. So it’s not surprising that your key is stuck. In general, a lubricant such as Ballistol or WD-40 is great for locks. A little lubricant can go a long way for the longevity of your mechanical locks. We recommend you try to gently turn the key to the 12’oclock position and try to pull the key out. If it does not come out, please call us. We can extract your key using specialized tools. Then we’ll figure out why it got stuck in the first place and repair the key and lock to perfect working order.

Yes, by calling a locksmith, such as Desert Locksmith, you will usually pay less than at the dealership, and we come to you. We are far less than the dealership when it comes to making transponder keys. Keys and remotes we supply come with a 3-month warranty, and every key is tested on your car before we leave.

If you have a key and it has worked in the past but has now stopped working, it could be the battery. Of course, that is assuming you didn’t drop the keys in some water. Newer cars have keys that are chipped. Meaning they have a computer chip embedded in the head of the key itself. With our locksmith shop on wheels, we can save the day. Desert Locksmith can come to you and reprogram your car key, replace the battery, or supply you with a new transponder key.

Fortunately, yes we can. We can repair and install ignition locks cylinders and the ignition switch. The cost of ignition switch repair or replacement plus the service fee varies for each car make and model. Getting it fixed from your vehicle dealer can cost you more than getting help from your trusted local Phoenix locksmith. With Desert Locksmith, we quote the price upfront and use quality parts. Our goal is to keep every customer satisfied, with fair, upfront pricing.

In short, yes. We are highly experienced mobile car locksmith experts. This means we have plenty of different car keys in stock along with all the necessary tools and machinery to identify which key you need, cut the key so that it fits and turns in your lock, and then program the key to your car’s computer. That way, when you turn the ignition or push start, the car will accept the key and the engine will turn on. Without the chip key programmed, your car will not turn on. It may sound like it is turning over, but it will shut off within a few seconds after any remaining gasoline has been sucked out of the gas line. This is a security feature called a transponder key. We make car keys for most American, Japanese and Korean makes.

Whether you’re locked out of your car at night or during the day, we will work very carefully to ensure your car door, door frame, and door locks are not damaged by our specialized bypass techniques. In many cases, we can get you into your car very fast. When we say fast we mean it should only take us about 5-10 minutes once we are on site. This is not because it is easy, it’s because we have trained for years to unlock cars, so we make it look easy.

Installing smart locks and digital keypad locks is something we do all the time. We have plenty of satisfied customers. If you’re in the market for a smart lock, we might be able to help you decide which model is best for you. Additionally, we can install and program the lock for you. If your door is not currently set up to accept a smart lock, we can prep the door and frame for a nice clean smart lock installation.

That is a question that we hope more people consider before calling the first company they see that claims to have 100+ 5 star reviews or $19 service. Real locksmiths can be hard to find online sometimes. You definitely don’t want to get in touch with a ‘scammer’. A company that claims to be a locksmith but has no real trained locksmiths on staff. Of course, we have over 20 years of experience, insurance, and training. We are as legitimate as they come and if you have any doubts, you can check us out on 1800unlocks.com, a third party locksmith directory.