Broken Key Extraction in Washington, DC
Key snapped off in the lock? We remove it and cut a new one.
- Open 24/7
- 15–25 min response
- 37 mobile technicians
- Licensed, bonded & insured

Broken Key Extraction service, 24/7 across DC
Keys wear thin and snap, usually in cold weather or in a stiff lock. We extract the broken piece with extractor tools, check why it broke, and cut a fresh key from the pieces or by code.
What this service covers
- Extraction from deadbolts, knobs, padlocks and mailboxes
- New key cut on the spot
- Lock service so it does not happen again
- No need to replace the lock in most cases
Response time and availability
Mobile Locksmith DC is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Our 37 technicians are spread across Northwest, Northeast, Southwest and Southeast, which is how we keep arrival times to 15–25 minutes. First-time customers and first responders get a discount: see current coupons.
Why DC calls Mobile Locksmith DC
- Open 24/7 — nights, weekends and holidays
- 15–25 minute response on every call
- 37 technicians positioned across the District
- Licensed, bonded & insured
- Residential, commercial and automotive work from one company
How it works
1. Call (240) 202-2249
A dispatcher answers 24/7, asks where you are and what you need, and sends the closest technician.
2. We arrive in 15–25 minutes
With 37 technicians across the District, one is usually already near you.
3. The job is done on site
Vans carry locks, keys, key machines and programmers, so most work is finished in one visit.
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Broken Key Extraction FAQ
Should I try to pull it out myself?
Avoid pushing anything into the keyway and do not use glue. Both make the extraction harder.
Can you make a key from the broken halves?
Yes, both halves together give us everything needed to cut a new key.
Locked out or need a locksmith now?
A technician can be at your door anywhere in Washington, DC in 15–25 minutes, any hour of the day or night.
📞 Call (240) 202-2249