Car Key Replacement
Lost your only key or want a spare made? We cut and program replacement car keys, key fobs, and transponders for nearly every make and model, mobile at your door or at our Palm Desert Storefront.
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Car key replacement near me, keys made on-site
Locks Around the Clock provides car key replacement across the Coachella Valley. We are a licensed (California Locksmith License #4407), family-owned locksmith with a real Palm Desert Storefront and a 24/7 mobile team, serving every city from Palm Springs to Indio since 2007. Call (760) 625-0955 for a free estimate.
- Car keys made near you, even when there is no original to copy from
- Key fob replacement and remote keyless programming on-site
- Transponder and push-to-start smart key cutting for most makes
- Usually cheaper than the dealership, with no tow required
- Cut a spare while we are there, so you are never stranded again
We provide car key replacement across the Coachella Valley, including Indio , La Quinta , Palm Desert , and Palm Springs . See every locksmith service area.
Call (760) 625-0955Licensed & Bonded
CA Locksmith License #4407
Family-Owned
Same family since 2007
Real Storefront
Country Club Dr, Palm Desert
24/7 Mobile
Fast response valley-wide
Car Key Replacement services
Every type of car key replacement we handle, mobile across the Coachella Valley or at our Palm Desert Storefront.
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Transponder Key Replacement
Lost or broken transponder key? We cut and program a new chip key to your car's immobilizer on-site, for most makes and models, usually for less than the dealership.
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Key Fob Replacement
Lost or broken key fob? We supply, cut, and program a replacement remote fob to your vehicle on-site, for most makes and models, usually cheaper than the dealer.
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Key Fob Programming
Already have a fob that needs pairing? We program key fobs to your vehicle on-site, including dealer parts and aftermarket remotes, for most makes and models.
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Remote Car Key Programming
Remote keyless entry not working? We program remote head keys and keyless remotes to your vehicle on-site, for most makes and models, and test every function.
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Chip Key Replacement
Need a new chip key? We cut and clone or program chip keys to your vehicle on-site, for most makes and models, and cut a spare while we are there.
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Spare & Duplicate Car Keys
A second key is far cheaper than a lockout. We cut and program spare car keys, fobs, and chip keys on-site or at our Palm Desert Storefront, for most makes and models.
Spare & Duplicate Car Keys
The car key replacement process
What to expect when you call Locks Around the Clock for car key replacement.
- Step 1
Give us the vehicle details
Tell us the year, make, and model, and whether you need a lost key made, a spare cut, or a broken fob replaced. We confirm the correct key or transponder before we come out.
- Step 2
We meet your vehicle
Our mobile locksmith comes to your driveway, workplace, or parking lot, stocked with key blanks, fobs, and the programming tools for most makes and models.
- Step 3
We cut and program the key
We cut the new key and program the transponder or remote keyless fob to your car's immobilizer, then confirm it starts the engine and works the locks.
- Step 4
You get a working key and a spare option
You drive away with a working key and a straight price. We recommend cutting a spare on the spot, because a second key is far cheaper than another lost-key call.
Car key replacement: locksmith vs. the dealership
How a mobile locksmith compares to the dealer for a replacement key or fob.
| Factor | Locks Around the Clock | Dealership |
|---|---|---|
| Where | We come to your car, home, or work | You get the car to the dealer |
| Tow needed | No. We cut and program on-site | Often, if the car will not start |
| Typical cost | Usually less, with no dealer markup | Higher. Dealer parts and labor |
| Makes covered | Most makes and models | Only that one brand |
| Availability | 24/7 mobile across the Coachella Valley | Service department hours only |
| Spare keys | We can cut a spare on the spot | A separate trip and added cost |
- Where
- Locks Around the Clock
- We come to your car, home, or work
- Dealership
- You get the car to the dealer
- Tow needed
- Locks Around the Clock
- No. We cut and program on-site
- Dealership
- Often, if the car will not start
- Typical cost
- Locks Around the Clock
- Usually less, with no dealer markup
- Dealership
- Higher. Dealer parts and labor
- Makes covered
- Locks Around the Clock
- Most makes and models
- Dealership
- Only that one brand
- Availability
- Locks Around the Clock
- 24/7 mobile across the Coachella Valley
- Dealership
- Service department hours only
- Spare keys
- Locks Around the Clock
- We can cut a spare on the spot
- Dealership
- A separate trip and added cost
Savings vary by vehicle and key type. Call (760) 625-0955 with your year, make, and model for a straight price.
Car Key Replacement for the brands you already own
Our technicians are trained and stocked for car key replacement across the major lock, key, and security brands. If your hardware is not listed, call us. We service nearly every make.
- Ford
- Toyota
- Honda
- Chevrolet
- BMW
Recent work across the Coachella Valley
A sample of car key replacement and related jobs from our licensed, mobile team.
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Call (760) 625-0955What Coachella Valley customers say
- ★★★★★
"They came right after 30 minutes. Just as promised. Less than a minute to unlock the door, and paid the same quote. Usually people ask for extra and give you excuses. Love that about them."
- ★★★★★
"Locks Around the Clock has been our locksmith at the El Mirador Medical Plaza for about 15 years. Thomas and Dan are great. Knowledgeable, friendly, and ask all the right questions."
- ★★★★★
"I use Locks Around the Clock for all of our rental homes in the desert. Excellent customer service and very reliable. I highly recommend them for all of your lock needs."
Car Key Replacement: FAQs
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Need car key replacement today?
Licensed, family-owned, and mobile across the whole Coachella Valley. Talk to a real local locksmith, not a call center. Call now, or send the form and we call you back.
Call (760) 625-0955CA Locksmith License #4407 · Family-Owned Since 2007
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