Spare Car Key Cutting & Programming in Reading from £120
Mobile across Berkshire (RG1, RG2, RG30, RG31). Typical arrival 40–60 minutes. 24/7 callout, fixed pricing, 12-month warranty.
A spare key is the cheapest insurance you'll ever buy. We cut and program a spare for most cars and vans across Reading in under an hour — at your home, office or wherever the vehicle is parked.
Lost, broken or stolen car key in Reading? We replace it on the driveway — cut, programmed and tested in a single visit, typically half the price of the Berkshire main dealer and without a tow truck taking your car away for three days.
- Genuine OEM-spec transponder & remote shells
- Cut from your existing key or the VIN
- Keyless / proximity / flip-key options
- Cheaper than waiting until your only key is lost
- 12-month warranty
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Why Reading drivers call us
Replacement keys in Reading from £120 — a fraction of the main-dealer quote, with no recovery cost on top.
Call before 4pm and we'll usually be in Reading the same day with the right blank for your vehicle.
Lost key? We wipe its code from the car's ECU so it can't be used again — important on driveways in Berkshire.
How a spare car keys call-out in Reading works
- Step 1Send the reg
Reg + postcode in Reading = fixed quote and the exact key type within minutes.
- Step 2Van arrives
Typical ETA 40–60 minutes. We bring blanks, electronics and the programming kit.
- Step 3Cut, program, wipe
New key cut to your lock, programmed to the ECU, lost-key codes erased.
- Step 4Hand over & warranty
12-month warranty on parts and programming, written invoice for your records.
Spare Car Keys in Reading — FAQs
Do you need my V5?+
Usually yes — V5 plus photo ID is standard proof of ownership for any UK auto locksmith.
Can you do keyless / push-start cars?+
Yes — keyless smart keys are a normal day's work for us.
How much is a spare key?+
From £120 for older transponder keys to around £260 for modern keyless smart keys.
How much is a replacement key in Reading?+
From £120 for basic transponder keys up to £380 for premium keyless smart keys. Always a fixed quote on the phone before we leave for Reading.
Will the new key work with my central locking?+
Yes — the remote buttons (lock/unlock/boot) are programmed at the same time as the immobiliser chip.
How fast can you reach Reading?+
Typical arrival in Reading (RG1, RG2, RG30, RG31) is 40–60 minutes from the moment you call.
Do you cover all of Berkshire?+
Yes — Reading sits inside our core coverage area for Berkshire, alongside Bracknell, Maidenhead, Slough.
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