Available 24/7 across Northern Ireland
Automotive locksmithspecialists.
Lost keys, spare keys, vehicle entry and key programming across Northern Ireland, with 24/7 emergency support and clear upfront pricing.
Based in Limavady · Mobile service · Cars and vans · Clear upfront pricing
24/7 responseHelp day or night
Mobile serviceWe come to the vehicle
Careful entryNon-destructive methods
Fully insuredProfessional and accountable
Quick assistance
What do you need help with?
Choose the problem that best matches your situation and we’ll point you towards the right service. For urgent help, call or WhatsApp us directly.
01Lost every keyReplacement keys created and programmed where supported.View help →
02Locked outCareful vehicle entry at your location.Get entry help →
03Broken or damaged keyAssessment of shells, blades, buttons and internal faults.View repair options →
04Key not recognisedProgramming and diagnosis for eligible vehicle systems.Check programming →
05Need a spare keyArrange a backup before the remaining key is lost.Arrange a spare →
06Ignition problemHelp with worn keys, barrels and difficult turning faults.View ignition help →
Vehicle expertise
Specialist support for
modern vehicle systems.
Selected marques highlight the range of systems we work with. Exact compatibility is always checked by make, model, year and security platform.
How we can help
Automotive locksmith services at your location.
Every job begins with the vehicle details and a clear explanation of the fault. We confirm what is realistically possible for the make, model, year and key system before the work is arranged.
01
Vehicle Entry
Locked keys inside the car or van? We use professional access methods designed to regain entry carefully and without unnecessary damage.
View vehicle entry → 02Lost Car Keys
When every working key is missing, we can assess the vehicle, supply the correct replacement and programme eligible keys at the vehicle.
Replace lost keys → 03Key Programming
Programming for many transponder keys, remote fobs and proximity systems, with compatibility confirmed before attendance.
Explore programming → 04Ignition Repairs
Diagnosis and repair for worn keys, difficult ignition barrels and related turning or starting problems.
View ignition repairs → 05Spare Car Keys
A properly cut and programmed spare gives you a backup before one missing key becomes a full emergency.
Arrange a spare key → 06Emergency Call-Out
24/7 mobile assistance for urgent key and access problems, with pricing confirmed before attendance.
Get emergency help →What happens next
From first call
to back on the road.
- 01
Tell us what happened
Call with your location, registration, make, model, year and a description of the key, lock or ignition problem.
- 02
We check compatibility
We identify the likely key system, confirm whether the vehicle is supported and explain the next practical step.
- 03
We travel to the vehicle
The mobile service comes to your home, workplace, roadside location or another safe and suitable place.
- 04
Access, cut and programme
Eligible work is completed on site, followed by checks that the key, remote and vehicle functions operate correctly.
For security, identification and evidence of ownership or authority to access the vehicle may be required.
We come to you
No towing. No dealership queue. No unnecessary downtime.
Our mobile workshop brings specialist key cutting, programming and vehicle-entry equipment directly to your vehicle. Eligible work can be completed at a safe location that suits you.
At home
Replacement and spare-key work without arranging transport.
At work
Get the vehicle sorted while you continue with your day.
Roadside
Emergency access and key support at a safe roadside location.
Trade & fleets
Mobile attendance for dealerships, garages and fleet depots.
Lost every key?
You may not need a tow truck or dealership visit.
An all-keys-lost situation can feel like the vehicle has become unusable, but a replacement can often be produced where it is parked. We first identify the vehicle and key system, then establish the correct route for access, key cutting and immobiliser programming.
Support depends on the manufacturer, model, year and security system. Giving us accurate vehicle details at the first call helps us confirm compatibility and arrive with the right equipment and key components.
All vehicle manufacturers
Find support for your make and model.
Dealer-level programming, modern diagnostic equipment and support for more than 30 manufacturers.
30+ manufacturersDealer-level programmingLatest diagnosticsKeyless systems
Commercial and fleet support
Reduce downtime without moving the vehicle unnecessarily.
Odell Automotive supports dealerships, garages, vehicle traders and fleet operators with mobile key, access and ignition services. Wider Northern Ireland travel can be considered where the scope and volume make mobile attendance practical.
Service area
Based in Limavady.
Serving Northern Ireland.
Routine mobile coverage extends up to approximately 60 miles from Limavady, with wider travel considered for suitable private, commercial and fleet work.
LimavadyDerry / LondonderryColeraineBallymenaOmaghAntrimLisburnBelfastNewryEnniskillen
Do not see your town? Call us — we cover most of Northern Ireland.
Explore coverage
LimavadyBase
Derry / Londonderry
Coleraine
Ballymoney
Ballymena
BelfastBy arrangement
Portrush
Portstewart
Omagh
Magherafelt
Cookstown
Antrim
Lisburn
Newry
Enniskillen
Automotive locksmith FAQs
Clear answers before we travel.
Vehicle security systems vary considerably. These answers explain the usual process, but we confirm the correct solution from your specific vehicle details.
Can you make a replacement car key if every key has been lost?
In many cases, yes. Odell Automotive can identify the correct key type, cut a replacement and programme it to the vehicle at your location. Compatibility depends on the make, model, year and security system, so contact us with the vehicle registration or full vehicle details first.
Do I need to have my vehicle towed to a dealership?
Usually not. We provide a mobile automotive locksmith service and carry out eligible vehicle entry, key cutting, key programming and ignition work where the vehicle is located.
Can you unlock a car without damaging it?
We use professional, non-destructive entry methods wherever the vehicle and lock system allow. The aim is to regain access carefully without unnecessary damage to the door, glass or locking mechanism.
Do you programme remote keys and smart keys?
We programme keys and remote fobs for a wide range of vehicles, including many transponder, remote and proximity-key systems. Support varies by vehicle, so we confirm compatibility before travelling.
Can you supply a spare car key?
Yes. A spare key can often be cut and programmed at your home, workplace or another suitable location. Arranging a spare before the original is lost is normally simpler and less disruptive.
Do you repair vehicle ignitions?
Yes. We assess ignition barrels, worn keys and related starting or turning faults. Depending on the problem, the ignition may be repaired, rebuilt or replaced.
Are you available 24 hours a day?
Odell Automotive offers a 24/7 emergency response. Availability and arrival time depend on your location, current workload and the type of vehicle problem.
Is there a call-out fee?
Mobile diagnostic visits start from £50 depending on location. If you proceed with the quoted repair or service, the attendance fee is deducted from the final price. Agreed, pre-priced work such as replacement or spare keys is quoted as a complete job.
Which areas do you cover?
We are based in Limavady and routinely serve an area of approximately 60 miles. Wider Northern Ireland and commercial work may be available depending on the job.
What information should I provide when I call?
Please provide your location, vehicle make, model, year, registration, the type of key you have and a clear description of what has happened. This helps us confirm compatibility and give accurate guidance.
Can you help with cars and vans?
Yes. We work with cars and vans across a wide range of makes and models. Vehicle compatibility is checked before the job is confirmed.
Do I need to prove that I own the vehicle?
Yes. For security, you should be prepared to provide identification and evidence that you own or are authorised to access the vehicle before work is completed.
Need an automotive locksmith today?
Get help at your vehicle.
Day or night.
Available 24/7 across Northern Ireland for vehicle entry, lost keys, programming and ignition support — with clear pricing agreed before attendance.