Locked Out? Lost Your Car Keys?
Emergency Auto Locksmith
Devon, Dorset & Somerset
DB Car Keys is a fully mobile auto locksmith serving Devon, Dorset and Somerset — attending your location: home, roadside, car park or workplace. Devon, Dorset and Somerset covered. AUTEL certified. Xhorse equipped. 70+ five-star reviews.
Eight Specialist Auto Locksmith Services — Devon, Dorset & Somerset
No workshop. No towing. No booking in. We attend your location across the South West — 24/7.
Locked out? We attend 24/7 across Devon, Dorset & Somerset — Exeter, Taunton, Weymouth and everywhere in between. Non-destructive entry, no damage to locks, frames or paintwork. Typical response 20–60 minutes.
Don’t wait until you’re stranded without a spare. We cut and programme spare keys at your home or workplace — chip keys, remote keys, smart keys and keyless entry fobs. All major makes covered.
Lost all your keys with no spare? A brand new key is generated from your VIN — no original required. Old keys deleted from the ECU so they can no longer start or access the vehicle. Attended across the region.
AUTEL MaxiSys OBD key programming for all major makes — Ford, BMW, Audi, VW, Vauxhall, Toyota, Nissan and more. Dealer-grade equipment brought to your location. Faster and cheaper than a main dealer booking.
All UK vehicles since 1998 carry a transponder chip in the key head. We cut the blade and programme the chip at your location — covering ID46, ID48, ID63, Hitag2 and newer chip generations across all major makes.
Broken key stuck in your ignition or door lock? Do not try to remove it yourself — this often makes it worse. We extract broken pieces safely without barrel damage, then cut and programme a replacement on-site.
Engine cranks but won’t fire? Immobiliser warning on the dashboard? AUTEL diagnostic fault reading, ECU re-synchronisation and key re-pairing completed at your location. Note: AA and RAC cannot fix immobiliser faults.
Remote not working? Buttons worn out? Fob damaged after a drop? We supply, programme and test replacement key fobs at your location — all major makes including push-button start vehicles. Cheaper than going to a dealer.
Why Choose DB Car Keys — Devon’s Specialist Auto Locksmith?
What a genuine specialist offers that a general locksmith can’t match
There are two types of mobile locksmith that might answer your call. The first is a general property locksmith who handles the occasional car key as a side service. The second is DB Car Keys — a business built exclusively around automotive key systems, with over 15 years of dedicated experience and the hands-on knowledge that only comes from attending thousands of real callouts across the region.
The mobile unit carries AUTEL MaxiSys diagnostic equipment and Xhorse VVDI programming tools — the same systems used by franchised dealerships — alongside a comprehensive blank key stock. Most jobs are resolved in a single on-site visit. No workshop. No booking in. No waiting days.
“I called three other locksmiths first. Dean was the only one who answered, gave me a clear price upfront, and arrived exactly when he said he would. Car opened, no damage, within the hour.”
— Richard J., Exeter · ★★★★★ Google Review
100% Automotive Specialist
Every job is automotive. Key programming, immobiliser diagnostics and extraction require specialist knowledge. We don’t also do front doors.
You Speak Directly to the Technician
No call centre. No dispatch. Dean answers and Dean attends. Accurate ETAs and honest assessments every time — day or night.
Zero Damage Guarantee
Specialist non-destructive entry tools on every lockout. No damage to locks, door frames, seals or paintwork. Guaranteed on every job.
Faster Than a Main Dealer
Dealers require 2–5 working days and a booked-in vehicle. We attend your location same day, using equivalent equipment, at a competitive price.
70+ Five-Star Verified Reviews
Independently verified on Google Maps. Real customers, real vehicles, real locations across the three counties.
How Our Mobile Auto Locksmith Service Works — Devon, Dorset & Somerset
Four steps. No workshop. No waiting days. Attended anywhere in the region.
Call or WhatsApp
Call 07830249408 or WhatsApp. Give your make, model, year and location. We give a clear upfront price — no callout fee, no hidden charges.
Confirm & Accurate ETA
We confirm coverage and give a real, honest arrival time based on current location. Emergency lockouts: typically 20–60 minutes across the South West.
On-Site Assessment
Dean arrives with AUTEL, Xhorse and a full blank stock. Confirms the method and verifies the final price before starting. No surprises on arrival.
Job Done — Drive Away
Keys cut, programmed and tested at your location. Lost keys deleted from ECU. You’re back on the road. One visit — no return appointment.
No hidden charges — ever. The quote you get on the phone is the price you pay. No callout fees. No additional labour. Fully transparent pricing on every job, confirmed before we start.
Most Common Vehicles We Work On Across Devon & the South West
From everyday family cars and vans to prestige and commercial vehicles — attended across the region
Don’t see your vehicle? We cover all major makes on UK roads. Call with your registration — we confirm compatibility and price in seconds.
Call 07830249408DB Car Keys in the Field
Real jobs, real vehicles, real locations — attended across the South West every day
Every callout is attended by Dean personally — a specialist mobile auto locksmith in Devon with 15+ years of field experience. The images below show real on-site work across the region: emergency vehicle unlocking, car key programming, lost key replacement and transponder key cutting — all completed at the customer’s location in a single visit.
Auto Locksmith Coverage — Devon, Dorset & Somerset
Based at High Street, Honiton, Devon EX14 1HT, the mobile unit covers all of Devon, Dorset and Somerset — all EX, PL, TQ, DT, TA and BA postcodes. From Exeter city centre to remote Dartmoor farms, from tourist car parks on the Jurassic Coast to industrial estates in Taunton: if you’re in the region and you’re stuck, we come to you.
EX · PL · TQ postcodes · 30+ towns covered
DT · BH postcodes · coastal & rural
Rural and remote locations covered. Many mobile services only cover towns. DB Car Keys attends farm properties, holiday lets, Dartmoor & Exmoor villages, Jurassic Coast car parks and National Trust sites across the region. If other services won’t come — call 07830249408 and we’ll confirm coverage honestly.
Recent Auto Locksmith Jobs Across Devon, Dorset & Somerset
A sample of recent callouts — all attended at the customer’s location, all resolved same day
Ford Focus — Keys Locked Inside
Customer locked keys in their Ford Focus at a retail car park in Exeter. Called at 8pm. Attended within 35 minutes, non-destructive entry, zero damage.
BMW 3 Series — All Keys Lost
New key from VIN, programmed on-site via AUTEL OBD. Previous codes deleted from ECU. No original key needed. Customer in Taunton, Somerset.
Vauxhall Astra — Spare at Home
Spare transponder key cut and programmed at customer’s home address in Bridport. Attended during business hours, completed in under an hour.
Renault Clio — Won’t Start
Immobiliser fault diagnosed via AUTEL. Key re-pairing completed at customer’s workplace in Yeovil. Vehicle started and driven away same visit. AA had been unable to assist.
Toyota Yaris — Broken in Ignition
Broken key safely extracted from ignition barrel without damage. Replacement key cut and programmed on-site. Customer on a rural East Devon road.
Land Rover Discovery — Fob Replacement
Replacement key fob supplied, programmed and tested at a farm property near Dorchester. Rural access attended without issue.
“Dean came within 45 minutes on a Sunday evening and had my Audi sorted without any fuss. Honest price, brilliant result. First class service.”
— Sarah K., Exeter · ★★★★★Dealer-Level Equipment. Mobile Service.
AUTEL MaxiSys — Diagnostic & Programming
Used by franchised dealerships globally. Provides full OBD access for key programming, immobiliser diagnostics, ECU re-pairing and fault code reading. Regularly updated software for new model coverage.
autel.comXhorse VVDI — Key Cutting & Programming
Professional transponder and smart key programming platform. Handles chip copying, remote fob generation, blade cutting and key fob programming for all major makes.
xhorsevvdi.comWhat Customers Say About DB Car Keys
70+ verified five-star Google reviews from drivers across the South West
Vehicle Makes We Cover
From everyday family cars to prestige, commercial and van fleets — all makes, all key types
BMW · Audi · Volkswagen · Mercedes-Benz · Toyota · Nissan · Land Rover · Renault · Seat · Skoda · Mazda · Volvo · Jaguar · Mini · Mitsubishi · Subaru · Suzuki · Dacia · Alfa Romeo · and most other makes on UK roads
Not sure about your model? Call with your registration — we confirm in seconds.
07830249408Auto Locksmith FAQs — Devon, Dorset & Somerset
Real questions from customers across Devon, Dorset and Somerset
Yes — this is one of our most common jobs. Using your vehicle’s VIN number and AUTEL OBD diagnostic equipment, we generate a completely new key, cut it to the correct blade profile and programme it to your ECU — all at your location. You do not need the original key. We also delete all previous key codes from the ECU so any lost keys can no longer start or access the vehicle.
Yes. As a standard part of every lost key replacement, we delete all existing key codes from the vehicle’s ECU before programming the new key. This means the lost key is permanently deactivated — it cannot start the engine or unlock the doors. This is an important security step and we always perform it as part of the service, not as an extra.
No — roadside assistance cannot fix immobiliser faults. The AA and RAC carry basic diagnostic tools for engine and electrical faults, but ECU key re-pairing and immobiliser re-synchronisation require specialist automotive locksmith equipment (such as AUTEL MaxiSys) and the specific software for your vehicle’s make and model. If roadside assistance has attended and been unable to start the vehicle, call DB Car Keys on 07830249408.
Yes. Smart keys, proximity keys and keyless entry fobs for push-button start vehicles are covered. These are more complex than traditional transponder keys — they require programming via OBD as well as frequency pairing for the remote function. DB Car Keys carries Xhorse VVDI smart key generation tools and AUTEL MaxiSys for ECU pairing, covering the majority of push-button start vehicles currently on UK roads. Call 07830249408 with your registration to confirm your specific model.
Yes. We regularly attend van lockouts — Ford Transit, Vauxhall Vivaro, VW Transporter, Citroën Berlingo, Renault Trafic and others — using non-destructive entry methods. Commercial vehicles often have different lock mechanisms to cars, but our specialist tools cover the vast majority of common vans. Zero damage guarantee applies to all lockouts, including commercial vehicles. Call 07830249408 for a same-day response across the region.
Most lost key replacement jobs take between 45 minutes and 2 hours on-site, depending on the vehicle make, model, year and key type. Standard transponder keys for common makes tend to be faster; smart keys and prestige vehicles such as BMW or Audi with more complex security protocols take longer. Dean gives an honest time estimate when you call based on your specific vehicle.
A transponder key is a traditional key with a small chip embedded in the plastic head. When inserted into the ignition, the chip transmits a code to the vehicle’s immobiliser — if the code matches, the engine starts. A smart key (also called a proximity key or keyless entry fob) has no physical blade. It communicates with the vehicle wirelessly and allows push-button starting when the key is in range. Both types require specialist programming equipment — DB Car Keys covers both.
You will typically need to provide proof that you are the registered keeper of the vehicle — which can include the V5C logbook, a driving licence showing the registered address, or other documentation. You can check your V5C details via the DVLA vehicle information service. Dean will let you know exactly what’s needed for your specific job when you call — the requirements vary slightly by vehicle make and situation.
Locked Out or Need an Auto Locksmith in Devon?
One Call. We Come to You.
High Street, Honiton, Devon EX14 1HT — Mobile across the South West
No callout fee · Free upfront quote · Price confirmed before we start