East London's Only RAC Accredited Auto Locksmith
Verified. Audited. Trusted Since 2012. Whether you're standing next to a locked car at midnight or managing a commercial fleet — you need a locksmith you can actually trust & someone who understands these intricate systems. Not a call centre who just posted a Google Ad. We're not the cheapest. We're the safest, most qualified option within 25 miles of you.
Five Reasons We're the Only Locksmith Worth Calling
These are not self-declared claims. Every accreditation below is independently verified, legally required, or audited by a third party. Click any badge to read the full details.
You're Not Just Locked Out. You're Stranded, Stressed, and Calling a Stranger.
It's dark. You're on the side of a road or in a car park you don't recognise. Maybe your key has snapped, or you've left it inside. Maybe your van won't start because the immobiliser has disabled it OR the dashboard shows "Immobiliser Active". You search Google and you get a wall of adverts, none of which tell you who these people actually are, how they can help you in your current situation or what qualifies them to have access to your vehicles extremely sensitive data.
We've been solving exactly these moments for East London and Essex drivers since 2012. Not from a call centre. Not as a franchise. As a local, independent, owner-operated business — with the accreditations to prove we're not a risk to you or your vehicle.
Every technician we send to you is DBS-checked, background-vetted, and SERMI certified. Our work is audited annually by the RAC — independently, not self-declared. We carry full Public Liability. We have all of the necessary tools required to safely work on your vehicle.
Company Credentials
| Company Name | CARKEYWORLD LIMITED T/As Car Key & Repair |
| Registration | 13354129 — Registered in England & Wales |
| Registered Address | 115 Fencepiece Road, Ilford, England, IG6 2LD, GB |
| Established | 2012 — Over a decade serving East London & Essex |
✔ Verifiable via Companies House — Reg. 13354129
Insurance & Vetting
| Public Liability | ✔ Fully Insured — policy details on request |
| Employers' Liability | ✔ Fully Insured & legally compliant |
| DBS Checks | ✔ All Technicians Vetted — certificates on request |
✔ Full credentials available to fleet operators & insurance brokers on request
Over a Decade. Hundreds of Happy Customers.
Emergency Lockouts, Key Programming, Complex Electronics — across every postcode in East London and Essex.
52 Google Reviews
"Locked out at 11pm — they were with me within 45 minutes. Professional, no damage to my car, and the price was exactly what was quoted. Wouldn't use anyone else."
"Used them for a Ford Transit van key — the main dealer wanted £450 and a week's wait. Car Key & Repair did it same day on my driveway for a fraction of the price."
"Our Mercedes had an ESL fault — three garages couldn't fix it. Car Key & Repair diagnosed and repaired it on-site. Incredibly knowledgeable."
We Come to You — East London & Essex
We cover all East London postcodes and Essex as well as all towns within a 25-mile radius from our base in East London. Our mobile technicians bring manufacturer-level equipment directly to you — no tow truck, no dealership waiting room, no unnecessary delays.
Based at 115 Fencepiece Road, Ilford, IG6 2LD, we provide same-day mobile callouts across East London and into Essex. We serve London and Essex within a 25-mile radius.
See Our Work in Action
We document our work because we're proud of it — real footage from real jobs, whether it's a Renault smart key in East London or an EEPROM bench job in Essex.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about who we are, how we work, and what to expect when you call us.
Are you RAC accredited and fully insured?
Do I need to come to you or do you offer a mobile service?
Do I need to provide ID before you carry out any work?
Can you replace a car key when all keys are lost including the spare?
Are your prices cheaper than the main dealer?
How quickly can you reach my location?
My car keys have been stolen — what should I do?
Ready? We'll Come to You.
We cover all London postcodes and every town within 25 miles. Mobile, fully equipped, and ready to respond. No call centres. No automated queues. Just a local, qualified, accredited Auto Locksmith.
Or email: carkeyandrepair@hotmail.com | East London postcodes & 25-mile Essex radius