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Which are the commercial locksmiths near me?

To find commercial locksmiths in Cairns, take a look at the business listings to see those nearest to you. Commercial locksmiths specialise in security for large-scale premises such as strata titles, hotels and office buildings.

Is there a Cairns locksmith that can help with replacement of lost car keys?

There are automotive locksmiths in your area to assist you with key replacement and the best place to find them is on the Yellow listings. These describe the services offered, as well as their operating hours, and often customer reviews/ratings as well.

Does Cairns have emergency locksmiths that can attend at night?

24 hour locksmiths are on call for emergencies after hours around town. Find them in the business directory by comparing the opening hours of local locksmiths.

Is it expensive to get a new car key cut?

If you return to the car dealership for a new key, you pay a premium price. Automotive locksmiths offer an alternative service to a car dealership to cut and recode keys for most models. Obtaining two or more quotes may help you find the most affordable locksmith near you for this task.

How easy is it to get a restricted key cut?

Locksmiths who create restricted keys keep a register of each key, its number and issue date. The client company that orders the keys can authorise new keys to be cut, but the locksmith will not do so unless they have that authorisation. Also, only the original locksmith can create a new key. If they go out of business, then the responsibility for the keys is passed to another locksmith.

Do locksmiths install window locks?

Local locksmiths will install window locks, and can advise you on the type of locks you can install.

Do you have to order new car keys cut from the car dealership or can you get them cut?

For many models, you can get new keys cut by an automotive locksmith, often at a cheaper price than the dealership. Dealerships often pass their business on to a locksmith, so in effect they are the middle man, which causes delays. An auto locksmith can provide a new key once they get proof of ownership, as well as the car’s unique Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), which gives all the information about the key and its incorporated electronics.

What are the options when you can’t get your safe to unlock?

If you don’t have an override key from the manufacturer, the best thing to do may be to contact a local locksmith who has trained in safe opening.

Do locksmiths in Queensland need to be licensed?

To become a licensed locksmith, an application must be made through the Queensland Government for a security equipment installer license, which involves a background check and proof of ID.

Will a locksmith come out to a car park to replace a broken car key?

A mobile automotive locksmith will be happy to help you get your motor running again by coming out to a car park. Look through the online Yellow listings on your smartphone to find a mobile locksmith in your vicinity.