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Auto locksmith extracting a broken car key
Auto Locksmith

Broken Key Extraction

Snapped your key in the door, boot or ignition? We carefully remove the broken piece and can cut you a fresh key on-site, so you’re back on the road without a costly tow.

Steps

What We Do For Broken Keys

Remove the break, check the lock, cut a new key

  1. 1

    Careful Removal

    We extract the broken key without damaging the lock or barrel.

  2. 2

    Lock Checked

    We make sure the barrel still turns freely and works as it should.

  3. 3

    New Key Cut

    A replacement key cut and coded so you can get back on the road.

How It Works

Snapped a Key? We’ll Sort It

We remove the broken piece without damaging your lock and cut a replacement key on-site, so a snapped key doesn’t leave you stranded.

No Lock Damage

Careful Extraction

We remove the broken piece using specialist tools without harming the lock or barrel.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about broken key extraction — lock safety, replacements and timings.

  • Yes. We use specialist extraction tools to remove the broken piece without harming the lock, barrel or surrounding trim in the vast majority of cases.

  • Yes. We regularly extract keys snapped in the ignition, as well as door and boot locks, and can cut you a replacement.

  • Yes. Once the broken piece is removed we can cut and program a fresh key to your vehicle on-site.

  • Most broken-key jobs take around 20 to 45 minutes, depending on the lock and your vehicle.

  • We cover Newcastle, Gateshead and more than 40 towns and communities across the North East. If you're unsure whether we reach you, just get in touch.

Get in touch

Address:
The Beacon
Westgate Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 9PN