If you need a mobile locksmith near me in Port St. Lucie, we come to you, cut the key on-site, test it in the lock or ignition, and get you back in fast. serves PSL, St. Lucie County, and the Treasure Coast with same-day key cutting, car keys, rekeys, and lock repairs you can count on.
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We cut and program keys at your door across PSL, from Tradition to St. Lucie West. Most house keys run $8-15 per copy, car keys $129-379 depending on chip or fob, and service calls start at $75 in town. Call for a free estimate and fast dispatch.
Last updated: March 25, 2026

On-site key cutting in PSL with test-fit before we leave.
We pull up, confirm your ID, decode or impression the key if needed, cut it on our machine, then test it in the lock or ignition. For vehicles, we also program the transponder or fob using dealer-grade tools. The entire process usually takes 25 to 45 minutes for standard keys, 45 to 75 minutes for high-security or push-to-start fobs. No towing. No waiting at a dealership. We handle homes, cars, and businesses across PSL, Stuart, Palm City, Fort Pierce, Jensen Beach, and Vero Beach.

We stock Ilco, Silca, and OEM blanks on the van for clean cuts.
Here’s the thing. You want straight numbers. So here they are. Standard house key copies in PSL run $8-15 each. High-security keys like Medeco or Mul-T-Lock usually land at $39-79 per key. Rekeying a typical 3-door home setup is $129-189 including 4 new keys. Car key copies without a chip are $49-89, while most transponder keys run $129-229. Smart key fobs sit in the $189-379 range depending on make, model, and if it’s proximity push-to-start. After-hours emergency service starts at $125 in-town. We quote before we cut. And we stick to it.
We’re local, so we know the roads. St. Lucie West? We’re usually 20 minutes. Tradition and Becker area? Call it 25 to 30. Near Crosstown Parkway or US-1 by the Savannas? Often 15 to 25. Spring training at Clover Park and locked out of the car? We’ve rescued fans in under 30 minutes. We also cover Stuart and Palm City in Martin County, Fort Pierce up in St. Lucie County, Jensen Beach, and Vero Beach in Indian River County. If traffic’s heavy by the Roosevelt Bridge or there’s a summer storm popping up over the river, we’ll give you an honest ETA and keep you updated.
We cut new keys on-site, rekey your deadbolts after a move, and replace tired hardware that’s dragging. We stock Schlage and Kwikset cylinders, plus high-security options if you want pick and bump resistance. Most rekeys take 45 to 60 minutes for a standard PSL home. Pro tip: if your key only works when you jiggle it, the peaks on the cuts are probably rounded or the lock is gummed up. We can clean, re-pin, and get it turning smooth. We see people spray WD-40 into cylinders all the time and it turns into a sticky mess in Florida heat. Use a dry lube like Tri-Flow or ask us to service it while we’re there. Better yet, let us convert mixed-key doors to a single key. Less jingling, less hassle.
For new construction in Tradition or a Lennar remodel in Torino, we can set up a contractor key that stops working once you move in, using a master-pin schedule. According to the Florida Building Code (FBC 7th Edition, Section R311), egress doors must open easily from inside without a key. We’ll keep your hardware code-compliant and child-safe without those double-cylinder deadbolts that fire inspectors hate.
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Lost your only key at the PSL Civic Center? We make you a new one on-site. No tow to the dealer. We use Ilco/Silca cutting systems and OEM or high-quality aftermarket remotes. Most Fords, Chevys, Toyotas, Hondas, and Nissans fall in the $129-279 range for a transponder key or $189-379 for a proximity fob. European cars can be pricier and sometimes need VIN-sourced parts. We’ll tell you straight if it makes sense to order OEM.
Quick note on security. Since the early 2000s, immobilizers became standard on most cars. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), immobilizers significantly reduce theft rates compared to non-immobilizer vehicles. That’s why a “simple” key can need programming. We program through OBD and on-board sequences, then validate with two-stage start attempts and remote functions. No guesswork.
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We install and set up Schlage Encode, Yale Assure, and Kwikset Halo smart locks that actually work in Florida humidity. We pair to your phone, enroll codes, and set auto-lock timers so your short-term rental near Jensen Beach doesn’t get left open. Expect installs to run $189-289 including set-up, depending on door prep and Wi-Fi troubleshooting. Deadbolt bore holes too tight from old slabs in River Park? We’ll clean them up for smooth throws. And if you ask us which brand we’d skip, we’ll say the bargain-basement keypad sets. Buttons fail in the sun. Spend the extra $40. Worth it.
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We set up app control, codes, and auto-lock timers before we leave.
People ask this a lot. Copying a key gives you more keys. Rekeying changes residential locksmith near me the pins inside so old keys stop working, which is what you want after a move or lost set. Replacing hardware gives you a fresh start if the lock is worn out, corroded, or a security upgrade is needed. In PSL’s salt air and summer storms, knobs and deadbolts can pit and bind. We’ll try to save good hardware with a rekey and service first. But if the bolt throws rough even after lube and adjustment, new hardware is smarter. Usually $89-159 per door for quality locks installed, keyed alike. We don’t push fancy unless it solves a real problem.
We use code-cutting with a key machine like the HPC Tiger-Shark and Silca Futura for laser-cut sidewinder keys. If you’ve got a worn key, we decode it with a gauge or mic it and restore to original factory depths instead of duplicating wear. For sticky mailbox locks in St. Lucie West, we impression keys when codes are missing. We carry thousands of Ilco blanks, including oddballs for older mobile homes and some commercial cores. Each key gets deburred, graphite-tested, and checked in the lock before we leave. If a door rubs the frame from PSL’s shifting slabs, we’ll adjust the strike. Small tweak, big difference.
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Laser-cut sidewinder keys made and programmed curbside.
Last week in Tradition, a family lost their only push-to-start fob on a Target run. We sourced a compatible fob, programmed it, and cut the emergency insert. Start to finish, 62 minutes. Two days later in Fort Pierce near US-1, an office manager had tenants with copied keys that wouldn’t turn. We rekeyed 8 cylinders to a restricted keyway, handed over 12 numbered keys, and logged the pinning chart so only they can authorize more. And in Palm City off Mapp Road, a snowbird’s mailbox cam-lock was seized from corrosion. Instead of replacing the box, we picked it open and keyed a new lock to match the house key. Saved them a trip and $65.
Ever copy a key at a kiosk and it almost works, but not quite? We fix those daily. The machines trace worn keys and repeat the wear. Our code cuts restore factory specs, which is why our copies turn smoother. Plus, if the lock is misaligned, no copy will help. We align, lube, and adjust the door so the deadbolt throws with one finger. Big difference. For cars, the hardware store can’t program immobilizers or EEPROM tough cases. We can. Bottom line: we don’t just cut. We make sure it works.
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PSL heat, salt, and afternoon downpours take a toll. Keys swell in pockets, locks get beach sand, and door frames shift after heavy rain. We see it every summer. A light graphite or Teflon-based spray twice a year helps. Also, check your strike plates. If the deadbolt only sets halfway, the door’s not secured. We can mortise the strike, move it a hair, and get full engagement. For coastal condos facing the river, consider stainless or brass components. They cost a touch more, but they’ll keep working after Labor Day. Cheaper pot-metal locks? Honestly, I’d skip them here.
Locksmith services typically cost between $150 and $250 for common tasks like home lockouts, with a national average of roughly $187–$226. Basic car lockouts usually cost $89–$150, while replacing standard locks or rekeying ranges from $50 to $200+. Costs are higher for emergency, after-hours, or weekend services.
You can change the locks yourself or hire a pro to replace or rekey the lock, which costs $50 to $100. Replacing a lock costs an average of $315, as it requires a fair amount of both materials and labor. Professional locksmiths charge an average of $75 per hour, and you won't need to replace the hardware.
Locksmith car key replacement typically costs between $150 and $250+, heavily dependent on key complexity and vehicle model. Simple metal keys cost $95–$100, while transponder keys are $100–$250, and modern smart key fobs range from $200–$600+. Locksmiths are generally cheaper than dealerships, which may also charge for towing.
You don't need the original key to replace your car key, but you may be asked to demonstrate ownership of your vehicle before an automotive locksmith or dealership will rekey the car.
