๐Ÿ“ Nottingham & The Midlands  |  โฑ Typical arrival 30โ€“60 mins ๐Ÿ“ž 07983 646 089  ยท  24/7 Emergency

Locked out? Lost your car key? We come to you โ€” usually within the hour.

Mobile auto locksmiths covering Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and across the Midlands. Spare keys, lost keys, key programming, lockouts and immobiliser work โ€” at your door, at your driveway, at the roadside.

24/7 Emergency Response Fully Insured & DBS Checked No Call-Out Fee Cheaper than the dealer

Our Auto Locksmith Services

Mobile, on-site and same-day for almost every make and model โ€” cars, vans and light commercial vehicles.

Spare Car Keys

Cut and programmed at your home or workplace. Keep one in the drawer and never get caught out again.

Lost Car Keys / All Keys Lost

No working key? No problem. We decode your locks, generate a new key and program it on the spot โ€” no need to recover the vehicle to a dealer.

Vehicle Lockouts

Locked your keys in the car? Non-destructive entry to almost any vehicle โ€” usually in under 15 minutes once we arrive.

Key Programming & Coding

Transponder, remote, proximity and smart keys programmed to your vehicle's immobiliser using genuine diagnostic equipment.

Broken Key Extraction

Snapped your key in the door, ignition or boot? We extract the broken piece without damaging the lock and cut you a new one.

Ignition & Lock Repair

Worn or seized barrels, jammed ignitions, faulty locks โ€” diagnosed and repaired or replaced at your location.

Key Fob Repair & Battery

Cracked cases, broken switchblades, dead remotes โ€” we repair or rehouse fobs and replace batteries at a fraction of dealer prices.

Ghost Immobilisers & Trackers

Insurance-approved CAN-bus immobilisers and stolen-vehicle trackers fitted at your home โ€” invisible protection for high-theft models.

Van & Fleet Services

Spare keys, deadlocks, slamlocks and replacement keys for company fleets. Volume pricing and account billing available.

Why Customers Call Apex

Honest pricing, fast response, and a job done right the first time.

30โ€“60

minute typical arrival
across the Nottingham area

ยฃ0

call-out fee
quote upfront, no surprises

7

days a week
including evenings & bank holidays

100%

mobile service
we come to you, every time

Where We Cover

Based in Nottingham โ€” serving the East Midlands and beyond. Outside this list? Call us, we travel for the right job.

NottinghamWest BridgfordBeestonArnold MansfieldNewarkHucknallLong Eaton DerbyLoughboroughLeicesterLincoln GranthamWorksopIlkestonBurton-on-Trent

How It Works

Simple, transparent and faster than a recovery truck.

1

Call or WhatsApp

Tell us your make, model, year and what's happened. We'll give you a fixed price and an ETA on the spot.

2

We come to you

Our mobile workshop arrives at your home, work or roadside. No need to recover the car anywhere.

3

Job done on-site

Most spare keys, lockouts and lost keys are completed in 30โ€“90 minutes. We test everything before we leave.

4

Pay & go

Card or bank transfer accepted. Receipt emailed straight to you. Back on the road, sorted.

What Our Customers Say

Real reviews from real Nottingham drivers.

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"Locked the keys in the boot at Tesco. He was with me in 25 minutes, had it open in five. Saved my evening."

Sarah M.
West Bridgford
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"Lost the only key to my Transit on a job. Dealer wanted ยฃ600 and a week's wait. Apex sorted it the same afternoon for half the price."

Daniel R.
Mansfield
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"Spare key for our Qashqai cut and programmed in the driveway. Polite, on time, fair price. Would absolutely use again."

Priya K.
Beeston

Had a great experience? Tell Google.

Reviews mean everything to a small local business. It takes 30 seconds and helps more drivers find us.

Leave us a Google Review

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the things people ask most.

How quickly can you get to me?
Most jobs in the Nottingham area are reached within 30โ€“60 minutes. We'll give you an honest ETA when you call so you can plan. For pre-booked spare keys, we can usually offer a same-day or next-day slot.
How much does a replacement car key cost?
It depends on the make, model and year. A spare key for a common car (Ford Focus, Vauxhall Corsa, etc.) typically falls in the ยฃ130โ€“ยฃ220 range. Premium and proximity smart keys cost more. We always quote you a fixed price before we set off โ€” no hidden fees, no surprises.
Will you damage my car?
No. We use non-destructive entry techniques and OEM-grade diagnostic equipment. We're fully insured, and we leave the vehicle in the same condition we found it.
Do you only work on cars?
We cover cars, vans, motorhomes and most light commercial vehicles. For motorbikes, agricultural and HGV work, please call to check coverage for your specific vehicle.
I've lost the only key โ€” can you still help?
Yes. This is called an "all keys lost" job. We can decode your locks or read your immobiliser, cut a new key from scratch and program it to your car โ€” usually in 60โ€“120 minutes, on your driveway, no recovery needed.
Do you offer ghost immobilisers?
Yes. We fit insurance-approved CAN-bus immobilisers (popular for Range Rovers, Golfs, Fiestas and other high-theft models). Booking is by appointment; the install takes about 90 minutes.
Are you insured?
Yes โ€” we hold full public liability insurance and can show proof on request. We're DBS-checked and follow Auto Locksmith Association best practice.
How do I pay?
Card payment on-site (we take all major debit and credit cards) or bank transfer. We email a VAT receipt to you the same day.

Get a Quote or Book a Job

Call for emergencies. Use the form for quotes and pre-booked spare keys.

Phone 07983 646 089 (24/7 emergency line)

WhatsApp Send a message โ€” fastest for quotes

Email info@apexautolocksmiths.co.uk

Hours 24 hours, 7 days a week

Areas Nottingham, Derby, Leicester & surrounding Midlands

For your security and ours, please have your V5C (logbook) and photo ID ready when we arrive.

We never share your details. Reply usually within 15 minutes during the day.

๐Ÿ“ž Call Now ๐Ÿ’ฌ WhatsApp