09-07-2022 by Lenny Pearland

Locked out in Houston? Lost your only car key? Need help fast? Houstons Car Key is your trusted mobile locksmith service ready to respond 24/7. Whether you're stuck in a parking lot, your key broke in the ignition, or your smart key won’t start your car, our certified technicians come directly to your location—equipped and ready to help on the spot.

We specialize in emergency car key replacement, remote programming, ignition repair, and advanced key systems. No need to tow your car or wait in line at the dealer. We bring the solution to your driveway.

Car Key Replacement Services

If you lost your car key in Houston, don't panic. We specialize in lost key replacement for all vehicle makes and models. From classic metal keys to chip-based and smart keys, our mobile service gets you back on the road fast.

Unlike dealerships, we don’t make you wait days or require towing. We come to your location, cut the key on-site, and program it to your car’s onboard system. Our fast-track service ensures you’ll bê driving again within 30–60 minutes of our arrival.

Learn more about our lost key service in our full lost key guide.

Car Key Duplication and Programming

Need a spare key before disaster strikes? We offer professional key duplication services, including chip and remote key cloning. Our technicians use high-precision machines to cut keys that match your original exactly—even if you don’t have both working keys on hand.

We can duplicate laser-cut keys, traditional keys, transponders, and smart remotes for almost any make and model. Our team also handles full reprogramming if your car requires digital pairing or immobilizer resets.

Planning to order a blank key online? No problem—we’ll program it for you. Visit our key duplication guide for tips on what to buy and avoid.

We support key types explained in our guides for transponder keys, FOB remotes, and more. Save time and avoid the dealership hassle with mobile duplication done right.

Ignition Repair and Replacement

Stuck key? Key turns but won’t crank? We diagnose and fix ignition lock issues on-site. Whether it’s a worn cylinder, a stuck wafer, or signs of attempted theft, our technicians carry the tools and parts to restore full function fast.

We service both mechanical and electronic ignition systems. Our team handles key extractions, ignition rekeys, switch replacements, and full rebuilds. For more info, visit our page on ignition repair services.

Transponder and Smart Key Services

Most modern vehicles come with transponder keys that communicate with your car's security system. We’re equipped to program and duplicate transponder keys, encrypted keys, and smart remotes across all major brands.

Whether your key lost sync, won’t start the engine, or needs full reprogramming after loss or damage, we’ll handle it quickly and affordably. Learn more in our full transponder key breakdown.

Remote Key Fob Repair and Replacement

If your remote fob isn’t locking or unlocking your doors—or has stopped starting your vehicle—we provide fast fob replacements and repairs. Our service includes battery swaps, button replacements, or full fob programming if needed.

We also support aftermarket fobs if your OEM option is no longer available. You’ll get a working fob without the dealership markup.

Proximity Keyless Entry System Assistance

Push-to-start not working? Proximity detection failure? We specialize in diagnosing and repairing keyless entry systems, including programming proximity fobs and replacing proximity-enabled keys.

Check out our full guide to keyless entry and push-start systems for help understanding the tech behind your vehicle's convenience features.

Pricing and Servîce Call Information

Service Type	Description	Price
Service Call	Technician diagnosis at your location	$29
Car Unlock	Open locked vehicle (no damage)	$40–$75
Lost Key Replacement	Cut & program new key on-site	$95–$220
Transponder Key Programming	Sync new chip key with car	$70–$150
Smart Key Replacement	Replace & program proximity fob	$150–$280
Ignition Repair	Fix or replace stuck/broken ignition	$120–$240
Key Duplication	Copy of existing working key	$50–$90

All prices listed are estimates. The final cost depends on your vehicle model, key type, and the condition of the lock or ignition system. Our technician will give you a firm price after diagnosing the issue—no work will be done without your approval.