AUSTIN AUTOMOTIVE LOCKSMITH

Locked Out of Your Car? We Come to You.

Texas-licensed technicians, License #B19847, serving Austin and 36 Texas cities since 2010. Median Central Texas response: 18-22 minutes.

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License #B19847 · Family owned since 2010

Pros On Call technician unlocking a car door in an Austin Texas parking lot, branded cobalt blue and lime-green service van parked behind.
Licensed License #B19847
4.9 Stars on Google
24/7 Dispatch
18-22 Min Response

WHAT WE HANDLE

  • Keys Locked Inside

    Keys on the seat while the door locked. The most common car lockout. We open it without damage to paint or weatherstripping.

  • Push-Button-Start Vehicles

    Smart-key and proximity-fob vehicles from 1995 forward. We carry bypass tools specific to your make and model.

  • Child or Pet Emergency

    Highest-priority dispatch. Call 911 first if any distress is present, then call us. We coordinate with emergency services and arrive fast.

  • Broken Key or Lost Keys

    Key snapped in the door or ignition, or all keys gone. We extract broken keys and cut transponder replacements on site for most 1995-plus vehicles.

HOW CAR LOCKOUT SERVICE WORKS

  1. Call or Request Online

    We answer within 30 seconds, day or night. Confirm your make, model, year, and exact location so we dispatch the right tools.

  2. Technician Dispatched to You

    Your nearest licensed technician drives to your parking lot or roadside location. Median Central Texas arrival: 18 to 22 minutes.

  3. Damage-Free Entry. Drive Away.

    We assess the door and use the correct non-destructive tool for your vehicle. Most entries take 10 to 20 minutes on site. You drive away.

WHAT DAMAGE-FREE MEANS ON A REAL VEHICLE

No Scratched Paint. No Bent Door Frame.

The coat-hanger method bends door frames. Hardware-store wedges tear weatherstripping. Either approach can trigger side airbag sensors on vehicles built after 2010, a repair that runs $800 to $2,000. Our technicians carry long-reach tools and bypass kits matched to specific door profiles. A Ford F-150 does not get the same tool as a Toyota Camry or a Tesla Model 3.

We work in Austin parking lots, on MoPac shoulders, in Round Rock shopping centers, and outside Cedar Park apartment complexes. Texas summer heat means we also work fast. A car interior hits 130 degrees in less than 30 minutes on a 95-degree Austin day. We show up, assess the vehicle, and get the door open - no dramatic back-and-forth, no surprise charges.

  • Long-reach and bypass tools for most makes 1995 forward
  • No wedge, no coat hanger, no broken weatherstripping
  • Transponder key cutting and programming on site for most 1995-2015 vehicles
  • Flat-rate pricing quoted before we start work

18-22 min

Median Central Texas response

1995+

Most makes and models covered

Since 2010

Texas-licensed family locksmith

Texas DPS License #B19847 · Bonded · Insured

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

Locked my keys in the car at the HEB on Brodie Lane. Called Pros On Call and the tech was there in about 20 minutes. Opened the door in under 10 minutes, no scratches on my truck. Fair price, no drama. Saved the number in my phone.

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24/7 ON CALL

Stuck? Don't wait. Median Central Texas response: 14 minutes.

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Transparent Pricing

Flat-rate pricing. Price includes labor.
ServiceNormal HoursAfter Hours
Small to Mid-Size Vehicle Lockout (Sedan, Minivan, etc.) +$40Luxury Vehicle Surcharge$120$150
Full Size Vehicle Lockout (Pick-Up Truck, Van, SUV, etc.) +$40Luxury Vehicle Surcharge$140$170
Large Vehicle Lockout (Truck, 18-Wheeler, Semi Trailer, etc.)$195$225
  • Small to Mid-Size Vehicle Lockout (Sedan, Minivan, etc.)
    Normal Hours$120
    After Hours$150
    +$40Luxury Vehicle Surcharge
  • Full Size Vehicle Lockout (Pick-Up Truck, Van, SUV, etc.)
    Normal Hours$140
    After Hours$170
    +$40Luxury Vehicle Surcharge
  • Large Vehicle Lockout (Truck, 18-Wheeler, Semi Trailer, etc.)
    Normal Hours$195
    After Hours$225
    +$40Luxury Vehicle Surcharge

Cancellation: $49 fee if a technician is dispatched and arrives on-site. Out-of-area: $50 surcharge for job sites 30+ miles from our shop. Sales tax:8.25% applies to most services (excludes vehicle lockouts).

Prices effective 2026. Final pricing confirmed on-site after inspection.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it take to unlock a car?

Most car lockouts are resolved in 10 to 20 minutes from our technician's arrival. Standard manual-lock vehicles take 8 to 12 minutes. Newer vehicles with advanced passive entry systems or push-button-start may take 15 to 25 minutes. Our median drive time to you in Central Austin is 18 to 22 minutes, so total time from your call is typically 30 to 45 minutes.

Will you damage my car or scratch the paint?

No. We use professional automotive lockout tools designed for specific door frames and weatherstripping. Coat hangers and hardware-store wedges damage weatherstripping and can bend door frames - our tools do not. If non-destructive entry is not possible on a specific vehicle configuration, we tell you before we start and quote the alternative.

Can you unlock push-button-start vehicles and smart-key cars?

Yes. Most push-button-start vehicles still have a mechanical lock cylinder on the driver door or a hidden keyhole behind a panel. We carry bypass tools for all major makes from 1995 forward, including vehicles with passive entry systems. Call us and confirm your make, model, and year before we dispatch so we bring the right kit.

My child or pet is locked in the car. What should I do?

Call 911 immediately if the child or pet shows any distress or if the car interior temperature is a concern. Texas car interiors reach 120 degrees within 10 minutes on a 90-degree day. After calling 911, call us at (888) 601-6005 - we dispatch immediately and coordinate with emergency services. Do not wait for us if the situation is life-threatening.

Can you make a replacement key if I lost all my keys?

Yes. We carry key cutting equipment and transponder chip blanks on each service vehicle. For most vehicles from 1995 to 2015, we cut and program a replacement key on site in 30 to 60 minutes. Newer vehicles with proximity fobs or encrypted key systems may require dealer coordination for the programming step, but we handle the lockout and cutting portion on the spot.

Do you serve my location in Round Rock, Cedar Park, or Pflugerville?

Yes. From our Central Austin dispatch we cover Round Rock and Cedar Park via MoPac or I-35 in approximately 20 to 25 minutes, Pflugerville in 22 to 28 minutes, Georgetown in 25 to 32 minutes. We serve 36 Texas markets total. Call us and we confirm your exact location and give you an honest drive time before we roll.

Is your technician licensed to work on vehicles in Texas?

Yes. Texas DPS Locksmith License License #B19847 covers automotive lockout service. Every technician dispatched is employed by and insured through Pros On Call. We carry that credential on every job and show it on request. We do not subcontract.

Pros On Call Austin automotive locksmith cutting transponder key after car lockout service

Still Outside Your Car? We Are On the Way.

Texas-licensed technicians, License #B19847. We come to your location. Call (888) 601-6005.

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