Car Door Unlock Service in Burbank, CA
Keys inside, doors locked. We come to where the vehicle is and open it with tools suited to that make and model, after checking that you own it. If the keys aren’t actually in the car, that is a different job, and we’ll help you tell which one you need.
What a lockout call involves
A lockout means your key exists and is somewhere you can’t reach: in the cabin, the trunk or the cargo area. We open the vehicle so you can retrieve it. No new key is made.
Entry methods differ by vehicle. Door design, frame shape, side-airbag placement and alarm systems all affect how a car is opened safely. The technician chooses the approach for your specific vehicle rather than using one method on every car.
Know which problem you have
If you can see the key inside, or you know it’s in the trunk, you need a lockout. If the key is gone and you don’t know where it is, opening the car won’t start it. You need a replacement key, and lost car keys explains that process.
If you’re not sure, tell dispatch. We can arrive ready for either job.
When people call for a lockout
- Keys left on the seat or in the ignition, and the doors locked.
- Keys dropped in the trunk or cargo area while loading.
- A fob that locked the car automatically with the key still inside.
- A child or pet inside the vehicle. Tell dispatch immediately, and call 911 if anyone is in danger.
What to tell dispatch
Vehicle
Year, make and model, so the technician brings the right tools.
Where the key is
Visible in the cabin, in the trunk, or unknown.
Your location
Address or cross streets, plus garage level and space if it’s in a structure.
Anyone inside
Tell dispatch right away if a child or pet is locked in.
What to expect
Call dispatch
Give the vehicle, location and where the key is.
Ownership check
The technician checks photo ID and registration, or confirms once the vehicle is open and the documents are inside.
Careful entry
The vehicle is opened with tools suited to that make and model, and you retrieve your key.
Frequently asked questions
What if my ID and registration are inside the car?
That’s common. The technician opens the vehicle and checks the documents before handing over the key.
Can you open the trunk without opening the doors?
It depends on the vehicle. Some trunks can only be reached from the cabin. Keys locked in trunk covers the usual cases.
Will opening the car damage it?
We use entry tools intended for the purpose and choose the method for your vehicle. Tell us about any existing damage to the door or window before we start.
Where we handle lockouts
We handle lockouts across Burbank, including parking structures near the Media District and downtown, and nearby in Sun Valley and North Hollywood. We also take calls from Van Nuys. For a general overview of our mobile coverage, see mobile car locksmith.
Related automotive services
A current registration or title and matching government-issued photo identification must be verified before automotive key, lock, or immobilizer service is performed.
Locked out right now?
Call
Fastest way to reach dispatch.
Text
Send the vehicle, where the key is, and your location.