Advanced key programming & ignition specialists.
Advanced programming, EEPROM, premium vehicle keys and ignition repairs, alongside lost keys, spares and everyday repairs. Mobile help across Southampton and the surrounding region.
Our expertise
Start here: what's happened?
Advanced programming & EEPROM
Specialist electronic key and immobiliser work.
Explore serviceI've lost every key
A new key made with no original.
Explore serviceI need a spare
Copied from the key you've got.
Explore serviceKeys locked inside
Damage-free entry to the car.
Explore serviceMy blade has snapped
Extracted, repaired or replaced.
Explore serviceIgnition won't turn
Stiff, jammed or spinning barrel.
Explore service
Transponder pairing
Coded to your immobiliser
Remote functions
Lock, unlock and boot tested
The mobile workshop
Cut and coded
at the roadside.
Advanced programming, EEPROM and ignition expertise. 7 years of experience, 450+ reviews and a 12-month warranty.
Vehicle compatibility
Keys for the car you drive.
Capability across approximately 90% of vehicles, including cars, vans and premium models. Give us your registration and we'll confirm the key system.
See all car keys by make- Ford
- Vauxhall
- Volkswagen
- Audi
- BMW
- Mercedes-Benz
- Peugeot
- Renault
- Nissan
- Toyota
- Kia
- Hyundai
- Land Rover
- Citroën
- Skoda
- SEAT
How it works
Four steps. No surprises.
- 01
Call us
Tell us the car, the problem and where it's parked.
- 02
Clear quote
You get the price on the phone before we set off.
- 03
We arrive
The van comes to you with everything on board.
- 04
Work tested
Locks, key and starting checked with you.
Pricing
Honest starting prices.
The key type, the vehicle and whether you have a working key decide the cost. You get a clear price on the phone before we set off.
- Car lockout
- Damage-free entry to a standard car.
- From £95
- Spare keys
- Cheapest option — copied from a working key.
- Quoted on the call
- Lost-key replacement
- Depends on key type: blade, remote or smart.
- Quoted on the call
- Ignition and broken keys
- Depends on the fault found.
- Quoted on the call
What customers say
450+ five-star / 10-out-of-10 reviews across Google and Checkatrade
Transit Custom Ignition Repair.
"I cannot recommend Alec enough. My transit custom lock was not turning. I did not know Alec at this point and called another locksmith. To cut a long story short the other locksmith attempted a repair and then gave up, leaving me with a van I could no longer use. I called Alec who came out next day; he repaired the damage done by the other locksmith and custom made a replacement ignition barrel so one key still does the doors and the new ignition. I couldn't be more pleased. Price was very fair too!"
Sam chapman
"Did the work at a 3rd of the price of the dealership and I'm sure to a higher quality, the work was quick and professional. Could not recommend more!"
Can work on most cars! Pricing is very reasonable! Fast reliable service!
"Absolutely spot on! After ringing about 15 different companies who said they couldn't help and one company even saying the series of my car doesn't exist I found smarttech who I contacted who could finally help! The next day he came out and I now have access and a new key to my car! Fast and efficient polite service! Highly recommend!!"
FAQs
Mobile service questions
Do you come to me?
Yes. We're fully mobile — home, work, car park or a safe roadside spot across Hampshire.
Can you make a key if I've lost them all?
Yes. We decode the lock, cut a new blade and programme it to the car without an original.
What proof of ownership do you need?
Photo ID plus the V5C logbook, or a finance or lease agreement in your name. We check it before any key is made — it protects you as much as us.
How is the price agreed?
On the phone, before we set off. Tell us the vehicle and the problem and you'll get a clear figure.
Is it cheaper than going to the dealer?
Usually, and much quicker — no tow and no waiting days for a key to be ordered in.
Let’s talk keys
Get a quote in two steps.
Send your details and we’ll get back to you about your keys. For anything urgent, call us.
- Speak directly about your vehicle
- The right option for your key
- Understand the work before deciding