At LockPro Locksmith we do a LOT more than just make keys. Here is a new job we are working on in cooperation with the fence contractor. Our task is to automate the gates with a motorized electric opener. The gate can be activated with a push button keypad or a wireless remote. Safety equipment … Read more
News Flash: You are not stuck with the badly designed key that came with your car. There are more durable options. The problem with making the remote and the chip key as one piece is that if the remote breaks, or the chip stops working, you have to replace the entire key. But if the … Read more
Question: Can I program my my own key to my Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile, Cadillac or any other General Motors car? Answer: YES, programming a GM key is relatively easy and does not require any expensive special equipment. This procedure works on GM cars that use a concealed chip in the key. It does not … Read more
This post is primarily for business owners. Did you know there are key systems available where only you, the owner, can get duplicate keys made? It’s true. When an employee leaves and returns their key, you don’t have to change the locks on suspicion of possible duplicate keys. Each key has a unique serial number … Read more
In this picture I am working on the computer from a 2000 Lexus (Toyota). For some reason Toyota did not provide a convenient way to replace lost keys for late 90’s and early 2000’s Toyota/Lexus vehicles. The dealers answer to an “all keys lost” situation is to replace the entire computer for about $1500. In … Read more
Just a reminder, we FIX broken Honda keys. There are 2 groups of Honda car owners. Those that have experienced a broken key, and those that are going to have a broken key. Usually what happens is the plastic case breaks and then the owner duct tapes it back together, or worse, uses glue. Glue … Read more
Consider this a public service announcement. The Kwikset smartkey lock has some good features. Homeowners can rekey the lock themselves (if you carefully follow the instructions), and the lock is pick resistant and bump resistant. It has a higher level of security than its older brother, the pin tumbler lock. However, these features come with … Read more
We recently opened a Remington gun safe (made by Liberty Safe) like this one after the owner accidentally discarded the paper the combination was written on. The safe was professionally opened and then fitted with some new parts to return it to “better than new” condition. If you have lost the combination to your safe, … Read more
A local granite shed lost all the keys to this Isuzu NPR delivery truck. I was able to recreate the lost keys on site at the truck and get this truck back on the road and earning money for the business. #LocksmithMagic.
This is an oldie. A 2001 Buick with the old GM “VATS” security chip. This type of key is the only “chip” key where you can actually see the chip. And it is the only chip system that can be bypassed. If you lose all your VATS keys, I can help. Your dealer can’t or … Read more