I locked my keys in the car with the engine running, so can you get them out without damaging anything?
We work on the door and lock mechanism at the vehicle. Using hand tools and long-reach equipment designed for cars, we access the interior lock or the key itself without altering trim where possible. If a panel must be loosened to avoid damage, we use standard fastener techniques and replace what we move.
My key snapped in the ignition when I tried to start the car. Can you remove the broken piece and make a usable key?
We extract the broken blade from the cylinder using picks and extraction tools sized for ignition slots, then inspect the cylinder for damage. If the lock is intact, we file or cut a new blank to match the removed fragment and, when necessary, program the transponder so the new key starts the car.
I locked the trunk and the only key is inside, so how do you open the trunk without ruining the carpet or tailgate?
We evaluate trunk access options specific to the vehicle: interior release, fold-down rear seats, or access via the rear seat area. We use padded tools and protectors to prevent scratching trim or denting panels, and only remove trim fasteners if required, reinstalling everything we take off using the original fasteners.
