Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Professional Car Key Replacement Services
County Locksmiths has been providing professional auto locksmith services across South Wales since 2003. Specialising in car key replacement, programming, and vehicle access solutions, we combine traditional locksmithing expertise with advanced diagnostic technology. Our founder David, a Master Locksmith qualified through the British Locksmith Institute, brings over two decades of experience working with organisations like the AA, Gwent Police, and major automotive retailers. We operate during standard business hours while maintaining a dedicated emergency response service for urgent situations. Our mobile workshop enables same-day key replacement and programming at clients' homes or workplaces, offering significant cost savings compared to main dealers.With coverage across NP, CF, SA, LD, and GL postcodes, we serve both private motorists and commercial clients including garages and large organisations. Our comprehensive services include replacement locks, ignition cylinders, spare key production, and immobiliser system diagnostics. We prioritise security by erasing compromised key data and offer manual key solutions as backup options. Our technical capabilities extend to resolving immobiliser faults and reprogramming keys following battery failures, ensuring reliable vehicle access solutions for modern automotive security systems.
Services
Roadside Key Service
Key Programming
Spare Keys
Ignition Cylinders
Emergency Locksmith
Vehicle Access
Immobiliser Repairs
Manual Key Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Same-day mobile key replacement service across South Wales
- AA-approved contractor with industry-recognised standards
- Specialists in programming transponder keys for modern vehicles
- Emergency services available through 24-hour contact number
- Security-focused approach erasing compromised key data from vehicle systems
Associations and certifications
- AA
Services
Roadside Key Replacement
Our mobile locksmith service provides immediate car key replacement at your location across South Wales. Using our state-of-the-art mobile workshop, we produce and program replacement keys on-site for lost, damaged or stolen keys. This same-day service eliminates the need for vehicle recovery to dealerships, saving both time and money while maintaining full functionality of your vehicle's security systems.
Key Programming
We program transponder chips in replacement keys to work with modern vehicle immobiliser systems. Our advanced diagnostic equipment enables us to code keys for various manufacturers while maintaining security protocols. This service includes erasing compromised key data from vehicle memory systems to prevent unauthorised access, ensuring your vehicle's electronic security remains intact with newly programmed keys.
Spare Keys
We create spare car keys for security and convenience, using both traditional cutting methods and electronic programming. Our service includes producing manual keys as backup solutions and programming transponder-equipped remotes. Spare keys are programmed to work with your vehicle's existing security systems, providing reliable access without compromising safety features.
Ignition Cylinders
We supply and install replacement ignition cylinders and door locks for vehicles experiencing mechanical failures. Our service includes matching replacement components to your vehicle's specifications while maintaining compatibility with existing security systems. Technicians ensure proper installation and functionality testing to restore reliable vehicle access and ignition operation.
Emergency Locksmith
Our emergency service provides immediate vehicle access solutions through a dedicated 24-hour contact number. Available across South Wales, this service addresses urgent lockouts, lost keys and immobiliser failures. Technicians arrive with mobile equipment to gain access, produce replacement keys and resolve security issues at any time, minimising vehicle downtime during critical situations.
People
David
Owner & Master Locksmith
David established County Locksmiths in 2003 after completing a locksmith apprenticeship in 1997. Qualified as a Master Locksmith through the British Locksmith Institute, he brings extensive experience working with organisations including the AA, Gwent Police and major automotive retailers since specialising in automotive locksmithing in 2012.
Questions
What areas do you cover for car key services?
We provide auto locksmith services across South Wales, covering NP, CF, SA, LD and GL postcodes.
Can you replace all types of car keys?
We work with most modern vehicle makes including Ford, Mercedes, Nissan, Volkswagen, Audi, Seat and Skoda.
How quickly can you respond to emergencies?
Our 24-hour emergency service provides same-day key replacement at your location across our coverage area.
Are your services more affordable than main dealers?
Yes, our mobile solutions typically cost significantly less than main dealership key replacement services.
Do you offer security upgrades for vehicle keys?
We can erase compromised key data from vehicle systems and program new secure key configurations.
What if my car key has immobiliser issues?
Our technicians can diagnose and resolve immobiliser faults, including key reprogramming after battery failures.
Reviews (6)
Kyle Williams
Nov 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Managed to cut me a key from a barrel, works perfectly, helped with a real headache as I can no longer get a full lock set or my car.
Managed to cut me a key from a barrel, works perfectly, helped with a real headache as I can no longer get a full lock set or my car.
Steven Bridges
Jun 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Excellent service very helpful and professional
Replaced my broken remaining key for my imported Honda Stepwagon where others had failed
Thanks again for your help
Services:Car key programming,Vehicle key cutting,Auto locksmith
Excellent service very helpful and professional
Replaced my broken remaining key for my imported Honda Stepwagon where others had failed
Thanks again for your help
Services:Car key programming,Vehicle key cutting,Auto locksmith
Amaikeada Ogbonna
Feb 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Blimey, they fixed my key remotely. For FREE. Bmw 5 series won't start and I sent a message at 23:00 which was answered immediately By morning my key was back to new. Bravo for the community service County Keys
Service:Car key programming
Blimey, they fixed my key remotely. For FREE. Bmw 5 series won't start and I sent a message at 23:00 which was answered immediately By morning my key was back to new. Bravo for the community service County Keys
Service:Car key programming
Brett Sheehan
Jan 23, 2021
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Spoke to Dave about an issue with my Impreza. With his experience he talked me through a few options and also made sure that I wasn't spending money on a service I probably didn't need. Long story short, he got the codes for my car immobiliser system. Could have easily charged me for a callout but didn't. Very honest guy who clearly wants to help and isn't just after your cash. I would highly recommend County Auto Keys if you require any of the services listed on his site. Thanks Dave.
Rhys Roberts
Nov 11, 2020
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Used County Auto Keys via the RAC key cover, as I lost my fob for my Mazda. Called ahead to double check he had the right equipment for replacement, and called with an ETA too. Arrived as planned and provided a new key and fob and programmed both - good quality key and fob also, the OEM Mazda key and fob can be a little flimsy. Very quick service also, very friendly guy, and all round very professional service
Rod Rowe
Jul 08, 2019
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Thanks again Dave for a great service pleasure to meet you. Fast response and worked around my work schedule. My only advice is call him first when you have an issue with your keys !!
