If you need car key replacement or key fob programming in St. Petersburg, you can skip the dealership. I'm John Rossin, and since 1987 I've been cutting and programming car keys for drivers all over Pinellas County, right in their driveway or parking spot. Standard keys, transponder keys, keyless entry remotes and smart keys: we bring the equipment to you and get you driving again.
Losing a car key used to mean a quick trip to the hardware store. Today most keys have a chip or a remote built in, and that means the key has to be cut and programmed to talk to your car. That's exactly what we do.
We're a mobile locksmith, so you don't need to tow your car anywhere. We come to you, make the key at your vehicle, and test it before we leave.
We work on domestic and foreign vehicles, from everyday economy cars to high-end and exotic makes. If you're not sure whether we can help with yours, give us a call and tell us the year, make and model.
Here's what happens when you call us for a replacement key or fob:
Most keys are finished within minutes once we're on site.
When a smart key or keyless remote is programmed, the car usually erases the keys it knew before. That's a good thing if a key was stolen, because the missing one stops working. It also means you should bring every key you still have, and it's the best time to order a spare.
If all your keys are gone on a transponder-key vehicle, we can reset the car's computer so it accepts a brand new key. No tow to the dealer needed.
If your keys are locked inside rather than lost, our car lockout service will get you back in first. And if a key snapped off in the lock, we'll start with removing the broken key.
| John Rossin Locksmith | Dealership | |
|---|---|---|
| Comes to your car | Yes | No, you bring the car in |
| Works when all keys are lost | Yes, on site | Usually needs a tow |
| Wait for an appointment | Call and we schedule you | Often days |
| Local and owner-operated since 1987 | Yes | No |
Dealers do good work, but you pay for the showroom and the wait. A local locksmith St. Petersburg drivers know by name can usually do the same job where your car is parked.
The price depends on the key. A plain metal key is simple. A smart key for a newer car takes more equipment and time. We give you a quote over the phone before we come out, based on:
You can read more about everything we cut and program on our main key replacement services page.
A key fob takes a beating. It rides in pockets, gets dropped in parking lots and sits in hot cars all summer. A little care goes a long way:
If the battery is fresh and the fob still won't work, it may need reprogramming or replacement. Give us a call and we'll help you sort out which one it is.
We cut and program car keys on site across Pinellas County, including:
We program plenty of replacement key fobs in Pinellas Park every month. See the complete list of service areas to check your neighborhood.
Yes. We can program a new fob even if you've lost every key, including on most transponder and smart key vehicles.
Often they won't. Programming a new smart key or remote usually erases older keys, so bring every key you still have and we'll program them together.
Most keys are finished within minutes once we're at your vehicle.
Yes. We work on domestic and foreign vehicles, from economy cars to high-end makes.
In many cases, yes, and you also skip the tow and the wait. Call us for a quote on your exact vehicle.
We recommend it. A spare is the easiest way to avoid a lockout, and it costs less to make one while we're already programming your car.
Yes. We ask for ID and your registration before we make any key.
Serving Largo, Clearwater and Treasure Island.
Whether you lost your only key or just want a spare, call the locksmith St. Petersburg has trusted since 1987. We'll come to you and make it on the spot.
Call now: (727) 614-1641
John Rossin Locksmith
5288 45th Ave N
St. Petersburg, FL 33709
(727) 614-1641
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