Quick answer:

  • Get to a safe spot and have your location and vehicle details ready.
  • We use non-destructive tools — no damage to your car in most cases.
  • If a child or pet is locked in, call 911 first.

First, Get Safe

If you’re in a parking lot or on a quiet street, stay with your vehicle in a well-lit, visible spot. If you’re anywhere near traffic, move to safety first. And the critical exception: if a child or pet is locked inside, call 911 immediately — especially in heat — before calling a locksmith.

What to Tell Us When You Call

A few details get us to you faster and ready to work:

  • Your location — address, cross-streets, or business/lot name
  • Vehicle year, make, model, and color
  • Whether the keys are locked inside or lost entirely
  • If lost, your VIN (so we can make a key if needed)

Keys locked inside is a quick unlock; keys lost may also need a new key cut — see car key replacement.

How We Get You In

For a standard lockout, we use professional long-reach and wedge tools to open the door without damaging your vehicle — no coat hangers, no broken windows. It usually takes just a few minutes once we arrive. We verify the car is yours first (a quick ownership check), which protects you. Full details on our car lockout service page.

Timing & Cost

Arrival depends on your location and traffic — central Albuquerque is typically faster than the outer metro (see response times). We give an honest ETA and a price range on the phone, confirmed before we start (see pricing). Available 24/7 at (505) 818-0720.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will you damage my car to get in?

In the vast majority of cases, no. We use professional non-destructive tools designed to open the door cleanly. We never recommend coat hangers or breaking glass.

What if my keys are lost, not just locked inside?

We can unlock the car and, if needed, cut and program a new key on-site. Have your year, make, model, and VIN ready.

How fast can you get to me?

It depends on your location and call volume, but central Albuquerque is usually quick. We give you an honest ETA when you call.

Need a locksmith in Albuquerque? Call Just In Time Locksmith at (505) 818-0720 for fast, local, upfront-priced service — or request service online. 24/7 across the metro.