Key Duplication Service
Key Duplication Service: Precision, Convenience, and Reliability
A key is a simple tool, but its perfect function is critical to your daily life. Whether you need a spare key for a family member, a new set for an employee, or a backup for your own peace of mind, having a precise and reliable duplicate is essential. At Fast Locksmith LLC, we offer a professional Key Duplication Service that goes far beyond the capabilities of a typical hardware store kiosk. We combine state-of-the-art technology with the skilled eye of a master locksmith to create flawless key copies every single time.
Why is professional duplication so important? A poorly cut key, even one that is off by a fraction of a millimeter, can cause significant problems. It might fail to turn in the lock, get stuck, or, even worse, it can slowly damage the delicate internal pins and tumblers of your lock over time. This gradual wear and tear can lead to a complete lock failure, resulting in an expensive emergency repair or replacement down the line. Our commitment is to prevent this by providing guaranteed, factory-spec duplicates.
Our mobile locksmith vans are equipped with high-precision, calibrated key cutting machines that can handle a vast array of key types. This mobile advantage means we bring the service directly to your doorstep. There’s no need to take time out of your busy day to find a physical shop; we can cut and test your new keys on-site, ensuring they work perfectly in your locks before we leave.
Our Key Duplication Capabilities Include:
- Standard Residential and Commercial Keys: We can accurately duplicate all common types of keys for homes and businesses, including standard pin-tumbler, double-sided, and tubular keys.
- High-Security and Restricted Keys: Many high-security locks come with keys that are patented and restricted to prevent unauthorized duplication. As a certified locksmith company, we have the authority and equipment to duplicate these keys with the proper verification of ownership, maintaining the integrity of your security system.
- Automotive Keys (Standard and Transponder): We can duplicate standard metal car keys as well as more complex transponder “chip” keys. Our mobile units have the technology to not only cut the physical key but also to clone the electronic transponder signal, creating a fully functional spare.
- Specialty Keys: Our expertise extends to a wide range of other keys, including those for mailboxes, file cabinets, desks, padlocks, and older skeleton-key style locks. If it’s a key, chances are we can duplicate it.
- Duplication by Code: In some cases, especially with office furniture or certain automotive locks, we can cut a new key using the code stamped on the lock itself, even if you don’t have an original key to copy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Key Duplication Service
- Q: My key says “Do Not Duplicate.” Can you still copy it?
- A: The “Do Not Duplicate” stamp is primarily a request, not a legal mandate. However, for true high-security, restricted keys, we require proof of ownership and authorization to uphold the security of the system. For standard keys with this stamp, we can create a copy, but we always advise customers to be mindful of their security protocols.
- Q: Is it better to have a locksmith duplicate my key instead of a hardware store?
- A: Absolutely. A locksmith uses higher-quality key blanks and more precise, regularly calibrated equipment. More importantly, a locksmith understands the mechanics of the lock the key is for. We can identify wear on the original key and compensate for it, ensuring the new copy is as close to the factory original as possible, something an automated kiosk cannot do.
- Q: How long does it take to get a key duplicated?
- A: For a standard key, the cutting process itself takes only a minute or two. For more complex keys like transponders, the programming may add a few more minutes. Because we are a mobile service, the entire process at your location is incredibly fast and efficient.
For key copies that are guaranteed to work smoothly and protect the longevity of your locks, trust the precision and convenience of the mobile Key Duplication Service from Fast Locksmith LLC.