Broken Key Extraction in Orlando, FL
A key that snaps off inside a lock or ignition usually happens at the worst time — and the worst thing you can do is keep pushing the broken piece deeper with the remnant or a superstitious jiggle. Broken key extraction is a precision job: a technician uses an extractor tool set to slide along the key’s grooves and pull the fragment out without scoring the cylinder, then checks the lock and cuts a replacement key on the spot.
What this service includes
- Damage-free extraction of the broken key fragment
- Inspection of the cylinder for wear or scoring
- New key cut from the recovered fragments when possible
- Rekey, repair, or replacement options quoted on the spot if the cylinder is damaged
- Works on house locks, padlocks, car doors, and most ignitions
The service works on house locks, padlocks, cabinet locks, car doors, and most ignitions. If the cylinder was damaged by the break or by previous DIY attempts, the technician shows you why and quotes repair or replacement before proceeding.
Typical cost
Typically $50–$150 depending on lock type*
Illustrative ranges for common jobs, not a quote. The final price depends on your lock or key type, time of the call, and exact location — and is always confirmed with you before any work begins.
Open the estimatorWhen you need it
- A key snapped off in a house, apartment, or office lock
- The key broke inside a car door or the ignition
- A fragment is stuck and lubricant or pliers did not work
- An old worn key finally gave out inside the cylinder
- You want the lock checked after removing the piece yourself
Broken Key Extraction — questions and answers
Can I get the broken piece out myself?
Sometimes — if a visible chunk protrudes, needle-nose pliers may grip it. If the fragment sits flush or deeper, stop. Pushing it further in or using superglue usually makes the extraction harder and can ruin the cylinder. Professional extractor tools slide inside the keyway and pull fragments out cleanly.
Will the lock still work after extraction?
Usually yes. If the key broke because it was worn — not because the lock is failing — the cylinder is typically fine and a new key solves everything. If the cylinder is worn or was damaged, the technician will show you and quote a rekey or replacement before doing anything.
What if the key broke in the ignition?
Ignition extraction is more delicate because of the transponder chip and wafers, but it is still a mobile job for most vehicles. Do not turn the fragment or insert another key on top of it — that can push debris into the ignition switch and turn a small job into a big one.
How much does key extraction cost?
Typically $50–$150 in the Orlando area depending on the lock type — house locks sit at the lower end, ignitions and high-security cylinders at the higher end. If a replacement key is needed, it is quoted separately and confirmed with you before cutting.
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