Car Key Replacement

A call-out fee — sometimes called a service call or dispatch fee — is the base charge a mobile locksmith applies to travel to your location and assess the job, separate from the cost of labor and parts. Yes, like virtually all mobile locksmith services, we include a call-out component in our quoted price. However, we confirm the full, all-in price with you over the phone before dispatching, so the call-out cost is never a hidden add-on that appears at the end of the job.

Florida has no fixed statutory rate for locksmith services. The cost varies based on your vehicle's make and model, the key technology involved (basic transponder versus proximity smart key), whether you have a working key to copy from, the time of day, and how far the technician needs to travel. Because these factors combine differently for every call, we quote an exact price for your specific situation before any work begins — that way you know precisely what to expect with no guesswork.

'Pop a lock' is a colloquial phrase that refers to a locksmith opening a vehicle door when the owner is locked out, using professional tools designed for that purpose — not brute force or damage. At Augustine Locksmith Pro, when you are locked out of your car, our technician first confirms your ownership of the vehicle, then uses appropriate non-destructive methods to access the door where possible, protecting your weather stripping and lock mechanism. Our goal is always a damage-free opening. If you need a key made afterward because yours is lost, we can cut and program a replacement on the spot.

Yes. When all keys are lost, we use your vehicle's VIN and, depending on the make and model, either retrieve the key code from a database or use an OBD-II diagnostic interface to extract PIN and security data directly from the vehicle's computer. We then cut a new key blank to that code and program the transponder or proximity chip to the immobilizer. This process takes longer than duplicating from a working key and is reflected in the quoted price, but it is fully achievable on-site without towing your vehicle to a dealership.

Absolutely. Commercial locksmith work is a core part of what we do. Mortise lock service — including cylinder replacement, case repair, and full lock-set installation — is something our technicians perform regularly on commercial doors throughout St. Augustine, including the older storefronts and professional buildings in and around the historic district. We also handle master-key system setup, rekeying after employee turnover, and access hardware upgrades for offices, retail spaces, and multi-unit properties. Call (904) 585-2997 to discuss your commercial needs — we are available 24/7.

Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration of your existing lock cylinder so that old keys no longer work and a new key is cut to match the new configuration. The hardware — the lock body, knob, or deadbolt — stays in place. It is the right solution when you want to ensure previous keyholders no longer have access (after a move, a lease change, or a lost key) but your existing hardware is in good condition. Replacing the entire lock makes more sense when the hardware is worn, you want to upgrade the security grade, or you are changing lock types — for example, switching from a door knob lock to a mortise lock or a high-security deadbolt. Our technicians can assess your doors and recommend the right path, with a confirmed price before we start.