You're standing by your car. The keys are inside. Or worse, they're gone completely. Maybe they snapped off in the ignition. Maybe you lost your only fob at the store. Either way, you need someone who can unlock it, fix it, or make a new key - and you need it now.
At Burke Locksmiths, we handle car lock and key problems every single day. We come to you anywhere in Burke, whether you're at home, work, a shopping center, or stuck in a parking lot. No towing. No dealer visits. No waiting days for parts. Just local, on-the-spot service that gets you moving again.
We know the feeling. The doors are locked, the engine is off, and you're staring through the window at your keys on the seat. We get calls like this from customers in Burke Centre, Lake Braddock, and up and down Rolling Road. Most lockouts take just a few minutes to solve. We use professional tools that don't damage your door or weather stripping.
We work on all makes and models - sedans, trucks, SUVs, foreign and domestic. Whether it's an old manual lock or a newer vehicle with sensors, we can get in without leaving a mark.
Lost your only key? Don't panic. We specialize in cutting and programming replacement car keys even if you don't have the original. That includes:
We bring everything with us - cutters, programmers, blank keys, and diagnostics tools. We can verify your vehicle ownership and get a new key made while you wait. Most calls are finished in under an hour.
Example: A customer near Burke Lake Park lost her fob on a hike. No backup, no spare. We created and programmed a new smart key on-site, and she was back on the road the same afternoon.
It's more than just a key. A transponder key has a small chip inside that communicates with your car's computer. Without the chip, the car won't start - even if the metal key fits the ignition.
We can cut and program transponder keys for most major brands, including Ford, Toyota, Honda, Chevrolet, Nissan, and more. If your key is broken, lost, or damaged, we can replace both the blade and the chip - no dealership involved.
This one's tricky - and common. Sometimes the key won't turn. Other times it turns but won't come out. Or it breaks halfway in. These issues can happen from worn keys, aging ignitions, or internal lock problems.
We've pulled out hundreds of stuck keys and repaired just as many ignition cylinders. We'll carefully remove the key without damage and let you know if the lock needs repair or replacement. And if your key snapped, we can make a fresh copy from the broken pieces right there.
We know the local roads and neighborhoods, so we don't waste time figuring out where you are. We've helped drivers off Braddock Road, in Kings Park, in the Burke Centre shopping plaza, and even on the side of the Fairfax County Parkway. Wherever you're stuck, we can come to you quickly.
Sometimes people wait too long, hoping to figure it out themselves. Here's when to call:
Trying to force a key out or unlock a modern car yourself can cause damage - and cost more in the end. One call and we'll handle it properly, fast.
It depends on the make, model, and type of key. Simple metal keys are cheaper than smart keys or fobs. But we always give clear pricing up front, before we start. And we're usually far less expensive than a dealership - without the wait.
We also offer key duplication, programming, remote re-syncing, and battery replacements on site.
We can handle them too. Many modern vehicles use smart keys and push-start ignitions. If you lost your fob or the buttons stopped working, we can help. We stock smart key blanks for most brands and can program them with the tools we carry in our vans.
If you're locked out, lost your keys, or stuck in Burke with a car that won't start because of a key issue - call us. We'll ask you a few quick questions, give you a straight price, and send someone out right away.
Burke Locksmiths - automotive locksmith near me, right when you need it.
