Locksmith

Locksmith

Josh-the-Locksmith

25 Years Experience

Austin, TX

Male, 46

I've been a locksmith since 1998. I did automotive residential & commercial work from 1998 to 2008. From 2008 to 2018, I did some residential, but mostly commercial work. I have been project managing & estimating since 2018. I used to locksmith in the Chicago area, now the Austin area.

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Last Answer on June 11, 2024

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I bought a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee and lost the only key I was given for it. I'm curious if there's a way for me to retrieve the key code and pin code I need to have a new key made myself as the dealership I was told to call can only look back to 06

Asked by Justin over 4 years ago

I believe an automotive locksmith should be able to make a key for you.

I have a patio door. I believe it is an offset thumb turn lock that is keyed on the outside. After the lock is turned to unlock there is a lever to raise that actually releases the locking mechanism from the hooks in the door jam. What is this called

Asked by Erik over 4 years ago

I believe what you’re describing is called a multi-point lock system. They’re made by various companies, the most popular is Hoppe. Since the systems are made to fit the door, & there are so many different variations, they have to be surveyed by a tech, and special ordered.

Hello. Just bought a car from an auction (2017 focus rs) and it has come with no fob key. Is there anyway I can program one my self or anyway to start it without a key ?

Thanks

Asked by Jude about 4 years ago

No and no. You will have to get a locksmith to come out.

Broke a key off in my public storage lock is it possible to get that out

Asked by Adrian over 2 years ago

Yes you can. A locksmith has special tools to pull that broken key out without damaging the function of the lock in most cases.

How can you unlock a magnetic lock, that's locked from the inside and you're stuck outside? How much would it cost for a locksmith to do that?

Asked by Peaches over 3 years ago

Depends on your area and who you hire. Could be $75 to $250 depending on what needs to be done. It’s impossible for me to say what needs to be done to gain entry without seeing your setup and being there. Every job is different, & this is a special situation.

Just purchased a lock and I broke the key off in it what should I do

Asked by Adrian over 2 years ago

Take it to a locksmith & they can pull it out for you. Should be very inexpensive.

How can I get a key replacement for a 2012 Kia optima?

Asked by Joseph over 3 years ago

Go to your local locksmith, they can usually come out to you and do that on site. Or go to the dealer.