Auto Locksmith Stanley

Members Of Both The MLA And The ALA

MJS Auto Locksmiths provide all aspects car key and vehicle lock services throughout Stanley DH9. We provide a fully mobile auto locksmith service across the area, helping motorists get back on the road quickly. Whether your left stranded at the roadside because your car keys are locked inside your vehicle, or your stuck at home on the driveway, we can get to you fast.

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Experienced, Family-Run Auto Locksmiths

MJS Auto Locksmiths is a family-run business with over two decades of experience working with vehicle locks, immobiliser systems, transponder keys and modern smart key technology. Over the years we’ve continually kept up with the evolution of car keys and vehicle security systems. This means we can work on anything from basic key cutting to encrypted transponder chips, proximity systems and keyless start. Working on modern vehicles requires proper training, specialist tools and a detailed understanding of manufacturer software.

MJS AutoLocksmiths mobile van with company logo and signage

We are proud members of both the Auto Locksmiths Association and the Master Locksmiths Association. For customers in Stanley, this gives reassurance that your vehicle is being worked on by a vetted, insured and professionally trained auto locksmith, using the correct tools and techniques.

Local Knowledge You Can Rely On

Because we regularly work throughout Stanley and nearby areas such Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-spring and Consett, we know the areas extremely well. Due to the nature of the job many of our callouts come from people who need our help immediately. Being based locally means we can attend emergencies quickly and resolve the issue in no time.

Car key made for dark blue Honda Civic showing new key and snow covered car

A Truley Mobile Service

One of the biggest advantages of using a specialist mobile auto locksmith is the ability to have everything done on site. Our service is completely mobile, meaning we will come to your location anywhere in Stanley. Our vans are equipped with the most advanced diagnostic systems, specialist key cutting machines and dealer-level programming tools and software. This allows us to carry out all of our services at the roadside, at your workplace or outside your home.

Mobile call out to customers home in Stanley showing MG car and new key and remote fob being held up.

We can safely unlock vehicles, cut and program replacement keys, repair or replace ignitions and resolve immobiliser faults without the vehicle ever needing to move from its location. Because we are a mobile service it means our overheads are much lower than main dealerships. This always results in significant savings for our customers, while still receiving a high quality, professional service.

A Simple Way of Working

We believe good service always starts with clear communication. When we attend a job in Stanley, we take the time to properly diagnose the issue and explain exactly what is going on with your vehicle. We then talk you through all the available options and provide you with a clear price before any work begins. There are no hidden fees and no pressure to go ahead, if for any reason you decide not to.

2024 ford transit custom key reprogrammed to grey van showing new key and MJS Auto Locksmiths van in the background

Many of our customers contact us because their dealership has said that keys must be ordered in, sometimes from overseas. With this comes long wait times and high costs. We can solve issues the same day! We keep a huge amount of different remotes, key blades and vehicle locks in stock at all times.

Safe, Effective Vehicle Entry

Opening vehicles after the keys have been locked inside is one of the most common jobs we get. Modern cars are often set to lock automatically after a certain period of time, even if the key is still inside. We use professional, non-destructive entry tools and techniques to gain access to vehicles without causing damage to locks, door frames, rubber seals or glass.

If your told by an auto locksmith that damage will be caused in order to unlock your vehicle, we advise you politely decline and give us a call. No matter what the situation is we will never need to cause any damage to unlock your vehicle and retrieve the keys.

Black car door lock picked open using non destructive entry technique showing lock pick

Lost Car Keys

Lost car keys is another very common issue we see. It’s surprising how many people only have one key, and when its lost they are totally stranded. We specialise in creating replacement car keys even when the customer has no original key for us to duplicate. This includes cutting a new key blade, programming the circuit board and syncing any remote or smart features that your old lost key used to support.

2 x Range Rover Sport remote keys programmed in Stanley

For added piece of mind we always remove old keys from the on board computer, preventing the old lost or stolen key from ever being used again. The entire process can be completed during a single visit, allowing you to regain full use of your vehicle without any long waiting times.

Additional Car Keys

Having a spare car key is extremely important. Vehicles should come with two keys in case one is ever lost. However, a lot second hand vehicles only come supplied with one. We can supply and program additional spare keys for a wide range of vehicles, including standard remote keys and modern proximity keys. Our mobile service means this can be done at your home in Stanley at a time that suits you, without the need to visit a garage or dealership.

All spare keys are tested thoroughly to ensure they function exactly like an original including remote locking, unlocking and engine start features where applicable.

New Seat spare key cut and programmed outside car dealership showing new black key and MJS key tag in white

Ignition Problems and Solutions

Ignition faults can develop slowly over time or just appear suddenly. If your key will not turn, feels stiff, or becomes difficult to remove, the issue is often ignition barrel rather than the key. We are experts in repairing and replacing ignition barrels on all types of vehicles.

When replacing the whole ignition barrel, we use genuine quality components to ensure it works seamlessly with your existing keys and vehicle security system

Repair carried to car ignition barrel

Contact Us

When you need a reliable auto locksmith in Stanley, MJS are here to help. You can contact us by phone, WhatsApp, text, email or through our website at any time. We are always happy to offer our expert advice, provide up front clear quotations and respond quickly.

 Phone: 07841 384283

Email: marc@mjslocksmiths.co.uk

Business Hours: 24/7 Emergency Service Available

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