Instant Auto Unlock
Instant Auto Unlock is a mobile automotive locksmith based in Lexington and serving Central Kentucky. It cuts and programs replacement keys on-site and handles vehicle lockouts and ignition issues. It has served Lexington since 2018 and uses dealer-level programming equipment.
Business Highlights
- Owner Garrett is a NASTF-registered automotive locksmith.
- The company says it is fully licensed and insured.
Service Area
Lexington, Nicholasville, Georgetown, Richmond, Winchester, Paris, Versailles, Frankfort, Berea, Harrodsburg, Lawrenceburg, Mount Sterling, Danville and Wilmore.
Featured on ProsGrade. Instant Auto Unlock is one of 8 locksmiths ProsGrade lists in Lexington, Kentucky.
6 services listed, including Car lockout service, Car key replacement and Key programming and duplication. Open 7 days a week. Rated 4.9 from 254 reviews.
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How This Business Compares
How Instant Auto Unlock compares with the other 7 locksmiths on ProsGrade in Lexington, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- Ranks in the top quarter of the 8 Lexington locksmiths on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
- Rated 4.9 on Google, well above the 4.5 average of other Lexington locksmiths on ProsGrade.
- Has more Google reviews (254) than 6 of the 7 other Lexington locksmiths on ProsGrade.
- One of 5 Lexington locksmiths on ProsGrade rated 4.7 or higher from at least 10 reviews.
Services Covered
6 services- Car lockout serviceNon-damaging vehicle entry.
- Car key replacementTransponder, laser-cut and proximity keys; on-site cutting and programming.
- Key programming and duplicationTransponder keys, smart keys and fobs; spare-key duplication.
- Push-to-start key replacementOn-site proximity-key cutting, programming and pairing.
- Ignition repair and replacementIgnition cylinder repair or replacement, key extraction and rekeying to an existing key.
- Key fob battery and repairBattery replacement, reprogramming, housing repair and button replacement.
Reviews
What customers say
Several recent reviews praise quick, professional service, and two mention clear communication. One customer says Garrett worked around a hectic schedule, while another appreciated the turnaround despite a snowstorm.
Customer Reviews
Aaron Campbell
Best price you’ll ever find, quick and professional work. I wouldn’t dare go to anyone else. I didn’t have a key to my car door and only had the ignition key, He was able to unlock my door and make me another key with ease. Very Pleased
Jareny Antonio
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Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly does Instant Auto Unlock reach locations near Lexington?
For most Lexington and immediately surrounding locations, it typically arrives within 20–40 minutes; response times to outlying counties may vary.
How long does key replacement take?
Most key-replacement jobs take 30–60 minutes. A new key is tested to confirm it works.
Are vehicle lockouts handled evenings and weekends?
Lockout service is available seven days a week, including evenings and weekends.








