Updates

Only Have One Car Key? Get a Spare Before It’s an Emergency

Posted: 1/23/26

If you only have one car key, now is the best time to get a spare made. Waiting until a key is lost or broken can lead to unexpected delays, towing, and higher replacement costs.

Idaho Locksmith Company provides mobile automotive locksmith services throughout the Treasure Valley, including:

• Car key duplication

• Key fob programming

• Broken key fob repair

• Vehicle lockout service
  
  

Having a duplicate car key gives you peace of mind and helps you avoid last-minute emergencies.

We offer mobile service in Meridian, Boise, Eagle, Kuna, Nampa, Caldwell, and surrounding areas, so we come to you when you need help.

Key Fob Acting Up? Change the Battery Before It Fails

Posted:1/21/26

If your key fob has been unreliable lately, a low battery may be the cause. Replacing the battery early can help prevent lockouts and “no key detected” issues.

Common signs a key fob battery is dying include:

• The fob only works when you’re very close to the vehicle

• Locking or unlocking is inconsistent

• Random “no key detected” messages
  
  

It’s also a good idea to have a spare car key made if you only have one working key. Waiting until a key stops working or is lost can turn into an unexpected and costly emergency.

Idaho Locksmith Company provides mobile automotive locksmith services throughout the Treasure Valley, including key duplication and key fob programming.

Call or text 208-900-8773 to schedule service.

Why Do Key Rings Always Get So Heavy?

Posted: 1/19/26

Over time, most key rings turn into a collection of keys — car keys, house keys, shed keys, and even keys we no longer recognize. While it may not seem like a big deal, carrying a heavy key ring can put extra wear on your vehicle’s ignition over time.

If you’re noticing ignition issues or want to avoid unnecessary wear, it’s a good idea to lighten your key ring and keep a spare key available.

Idaho Locksmith Company provides automotive key duplication and key fob services throughout the Treasure Valley.

If you need a spare car key or key fob made, we’re here to help.

When Car Keys Start Acting Unreliable

Posted: 1/17/26

Car keys are designed to be simple, but over time key fobs and transponder keys can become unreliable. Intermittent response, delayed unlocking, or failure to start the vehicle are often early signs that service may be needed.

If your car key or key fob has been acting inconsistent, it’s a good idea to address it before it turns into a lockout or leaves you stranded. Having a spare key made ahead of time can help prevent unexpected delays and higher replacement costs.

Idaho Locksmith Company provides mobile automotive locksmith services throughout the Treasure Valley, including car key duplication and key fob programming.