Broken Key
Extraction.
Snapped key stuck in ignition or door? We remove fragments with precision tools — preserving your lock so a new key can be made immediately after.
What We Do
Broken Key — What Happens Next?
A broken key in a lock is a frustrating but very common situation. Keys break due to metal fatigue, excessive force, or a worn lock barrel creating unexpected resistance. The most important thing to know is: do not attempt to pull the fragment out with pliers, tweezers, or superglue. These DIY attempts almost always push the fragment deeper or damage the lock pins, turning a simple extraction job into a full barrel replacement.
Once the fragment is successfully removed and the lock mechanism is confirmed to be functional, we can cut and programme a new replacement key on-site in the same visit. This means you're back on the road without needing a tow or a follow-up appointment. We carry extraction tools and replacement key blanks for virtually all makes and models.
Stop — don't use superglue. Applying adhesive to a broken key fragment inside a lock is a common mistake that permanently damages the lock barrel. Call us first — extraction with the correct tools takes minutes and costs far less than a new barrel.
How It Works
How We Extract the Fragment — Step by Step
Where Keys Break — Locations We Attend
Leeds Areas We Cover for Broken Key Extraction
Our broken key extraction service covers all of Leeds and West Yorkshire — including Leeds City Centre, Headingley, Roundhay, Beeston, Cross Gates, Bradford, Wakefield, Huddersfield and all surrounding postcodes. Call to confirm your exact area.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you extract without damaging the lock?+
Yes. Our specialist extraction tools are designed to remove fragments cleanly. We inspect the barrel after extraction to confirm the mechanism is undamaged.
What if the key broke in the ignition?+
Ignition barrel extraction is one of our most common jobs. We remove the fragment and test the barrel before deciding whether a replacement is needed.
Can you make a new key on the same visit?+
Yes. We carry key cutting and programming equipment on every callout, so a new key can usually be made immediately after the extraction.
Why did my key break?+
Metal fatigue over time, excessive force when steering lock is engaged, attempted theft causing stress on the key, or a worn barrel creating extra resistance are the most common causes.
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Mobile service across West Yorkshire. We come to you. Average 30-minute response. Price confirmed before we start.