Spare car key
Spare Car Key in Dublin – Get a Backup Key Before It Becomes an Emergency
If you only have one working car key, you’re taking a risk. Losing it, damaging it, or having it stop working unexpectedly can leave you stranded—at home, in a parking lot, or even on the roadside. At Auto Lock Specialist, we provide fast, affordable, and professional spare car key services in Dublin. We create and program extra keys for all makes and models, including smart keys, transponder keys, remote fobs, and keyless entry systems, all with a 24/7 mobile service directly to your location.
A spare key isn’t a luxury—it’s insurance against future problems. One call and we’ll make a new key before it becomes an emergency.
Why You Should Have a Spare Car Key
Many drivers wait until they’ve lost their only key before thinking about a replacement, and by that point it becomes expensive, stressful, and time-consuming. Getting a spare key now helps you:
🚫 Avoid the high cost of emergency replacement
🚗 Prevent getting stuck without transportation
🧰 Reduce risk of tow truck or dealership visits
🔐 Improve vehicle security if a key goes missing
👍 Save money by copying while the original is still available
A spare key is always cheaper than an emergency lost-key call. Planning ahead pays off.
Types of Spare Keys We Make
We supply and program all major key types:
Standard metal / blade keys
Transponder chip keys (anti-theft)
Remote central locking keys
Smart key / keyless entry fobs
Proximity push-to-start keys
Flip keys / switchblade keys
High-security laser cut keys
Whether your car is older or brand new with an advanced immobilizer, we have the correct tools and programming systems.
What Happens If You Don’t Have a Spare Key?
If your only key is lost, replacement becomes more complicated, because we may need to:
Decode your lock or ignition manually
Reprogram your immobilizer or ECU
Delete the missing key from the system
Security reset to prevent theft
This takes more time and costs more.
Having a spare avoids all that.
Spare Key vs. Dealership Prices
Many drivers believe a spare key must be made at the dealership. This is a common misconception.
| Dealership | Auto Lock Specialist |
|---|---|
| Must book an appointment | Same day service |
| Car must be brought to them | We come to you |
| Higher pricing for OEM keys | Affordable pricing |
| No 24/7 service | Emergency & after-hours support |
We offer dealer-quality programming without dealership cost or hassle.
How We Create a Spare Key
Our mobile locksmith service comes to your location anywhere in Dublin. The process is simple:
📍 Confirm your vehicle make, model & key type
🚐 We arrive with key blanks, machines & programming tools
✂️ We cut the key to match your locks
💻 Program it to your immobilizer/ECU (if needed)
📡 Sync lock/unlock remote features
🔐 Test ignition, locks, buttons & range
You receive a fully working spare key on the spot.
Who Needs a Spare Car Key?
Getting an extra key is especially recommended if you are:
A person who frequently misplaces items
Sharing a car with a partner, family, or coworkers
Using the car for business or deliveries
Driving a single key leased or financed vehicle
In charge of a company fleet or work van
One key = risk.
Two keys = safety and savings.
Three keys = business continuity for commercial vehicles.
Spare Car Key for Push-to-Start / Smart Systems
Newer vehicles with push button start require programmed smart keys.
We can duplicate these without the dealership, including:
BMW Comfort Access
Audi / VW KESSY systems
Mercedes FOB programming
Ford Intelligent Access keys
Toyota / Lexus smart entry
Hyundai / Kia proximity fobs
We handle all coded systems and immobilizer security resets.
Prices & Transparency
Every car is different, but we always give a clear price before starting the job.
Spare standard key: ✔️ Affordable pricing
Spare remote key: ✔️ Lower than dealership rates
Spare smart key fob: ✔️ Security programming included
No hidden fees. No surprises. No towing.
