Car lockouts
Keys locked inside? We open the door with professional automotive tools, no scratches to paint or seals.
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Automotive locksmith
Automotive Locksmith in Atlanta
Locked out of the car or lost your only key? We come to you and handle it on site, no tow to the dealer.
- NASTF registered for manufacturer key codes
- Price confirmed before we drive out
Automotive locksmith help
Automotive locksmith service in Atlanta, from lockouts to lost keys, at your car.
Cars are the bulk of what we do. Lockouts in parking decks, lost keys, fobs that quit, spare keys cut before they go missing. Almost all of it we handle right where your car sits, whether that is your driveway, a Kroger lot, or level four of the Lenox deck. You do not need a tow truck and you usually do not need the dealer.
We are NASTF registered, which is the credential most ad-only locksmiths cannot claim. It lets us pull key codes straight from the manufacturer and program modern transponder and push-to-start systems the correct way, instead of guessing.
Why NASTF registration matters for your car
The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) is how qualified locksmiths access manufacturer-authorized key codes for the vehicles they work on. Without it, a locksmith is either guessing at key codes or limited to very old or simple vehicles.
Being NASTF registered means we can make a working key for most modern vehicles with no original, doing it the same way the dealer does, but at your location instead of after a tow. For push-to-start and newer transponder systems, this registration is what separates a real automotive locksmith from someone who only handles basic keys.
Call us for automotive locksmith help when:
- Your keys are locked inside the car.
- You lost your only car key.
- Your key fob stopped working.
- The key turns but the car will not start.
- You want a spare key before the only one is gone.
- You are down to a single working key and want a backup.
What we handle
The full range of automotive lock and key services.
Modern cars use several different key and entry systems, and each one is a different job. Tell us your year, make, and model when you call so we arrive with the right tools and blanks.
Transponder keys
Chip keys cut and programmed to your car's immobilizer so the key actually starts the engine.
Key fobs and remotes
Fobs programmed or replaced, including push-to-start proximity fobs for most makes.
Spare car keys
Still have a working key? We cut and program a spare on site, cheaper than replacing the last one after it is gone.
How it works
From your parking spot to driving away.
We do the work at your car, not at a shop across town. You get a phone quote before we dispatch, we verify ownership on key jobs, and we test everything before we leave.
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Tell us the vehicle and situation
Year, make, model, and what happened. For key work, the VIN helps us pull the correct code.
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You approve the price
We quote the job on the phone before we dispatch. The price includes the trip out.
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We come to your location
We drive to your car, wherever it is parked across metro Atlanta, and do the work on site.
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We verify and test
We verify ownership for key work and test everything before we leave, so you know it works.
Cost and options
What automotive locksmith service costs in Atlanta.
Automotive locksmith prices vary by job type, vehicle, and the hour. A lockout is the quickest and typically the cheapest call. Key replacement varies widely: a basic metal key might be $75 to $100; a push-to-start proximity fob can be $200 to $350 because of the programming involved.
We quote the specific price for your car on the phone before we head out. No teaser pricing.
Service
Starting price
Car lockout
Starting at $65
Transponder key (cut and program)
Starting at $120
Key fob replacement
Starting at $85
Spare key (cut and program)
Starting at $50
Final price confirmed before work starts. After-hours fee included in the phone quote for overnight and holiday calls.
Why call J&M
One Atlanta shop that handles every kind of car key job.
Automotive work runs the gamut, from a simple lockout to programming a push-to-start key that ties into the immobilizer, and you want one team that does all of it rather than a call center that farms the job out. J&M has worked on Atlanta-area vehicles since 2013, NASTF registered, out of a real shop at 4920 Roswell Rd. Whatever the make or the key system, we tell you on the phone whether we can do it on site and what it costs before we roll.
4920 Roswell Rd Suite 42 in Atlanta. In business since 2013, with mobile service across the metro area.
NASTF registration lets us pull manufacturer key codes for modern transponder and push-to-start systems.
For most vehicles we handle the lockout or key replacement right in the lot. You drive away.
Reviews
What Atlanta drivers say about us.
Real, unedited Google reviews from neighbors across metro Atlanta. Our 4.7-star rating from 203 reviews comes down to two things: we show up fast, and we charge what we quoted.
Service areas
Mobile locksmith service across metro Atlanta.
J&M Locksmith is based near the Roswell Road corridor and sends mobile vans throughout Atlanta and nearby communities. Response time depends on traffic, weather, and the job before yours, so call for the most accurate ETA.
Typical response windows
Atlanta15 to 20 min
Brookhaven10 to 15 min
Buckhead10 to 15 min
Chamblee10 to 15 min
Decatur15 to 20 min
Embry Hills15 to 20 min
Sandy Springs15 to 20 min
Tucker20 to 25 min
Marietta25 to 35 min
Roswell25 to 30 min
Visit our shop
You can also visit the shop.
Need keys, lock hardware, or in-person help? Visit J&M Locksmith at 4920 Roswell Rd Suite 42, Atlanta, GA 30342. For lockouts and mobile jobs, call first so we can send a technician directly to you.
FAQ
Questions before you call.
These answers cover what we hear most. A quick call is still the fastest way to confirm the details for your exact situation.
Can you make a car key with no original?
Usually yes. Being NASTF registered lets us pull the key code from the manufacturer and cut and program a fresh key even when you have lost every copy. Tell us the year, make, and model when you call.
Will you scratch my car getting in?
No. We use proper automotive lockout tools, not coat hangers or slim jims. Done right, a lockout leaves no marks on the paint, glass, or weather seals.
Is a locksmith cheaper than the dealer for keys?
Almost always, and we come to you instead of you towing the car in. The exception is a few high-security European models where the dealer route can make sense, and we will tell you honestly if yours is one of them.
Do you do push-to-start fobs?
Yes. We program proximity fobs and push-to-start systems for most makes. Some of the newest models need extra steps, so give us the year and model and we will confirm before we head out.
All services
Everything J&M Locksmith handles.
We are a full-service locksmith for homes, businesses, and vehicles across metro Atlanta. Whatever the lock, key, or door problem, there is a good chance it falls under one of the categories below, and the same local team handles all of it.
Homes
Residential Locksmith
Lockouts, rekeying, new locks, and home security hardware.
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Businesses
Commercial Locksmith
Access control, master keys, high-security locks, and doors.
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Vehicles
Automotive Locksmith
Car keys, lockouts, fobs, transponders, and spare keys.
View automotiveNeed help now?
Call J&M Locksmith and tell us what is going on.
Tell us what happened and where you are. We will ask the right questions and give you the next step.