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Budget Locksmith

About us

We are a locally-owned business serving the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. Our area of expertise is automotive locksmithing. So whether you need laser-cut keys made for your Lexus or Volkswagen, or simply need your Honda or Chrysler ignition repaired we are ready to help you. All of our work is guaranteed, and most ignition repairs are given a lifetime warranty, which is something a dealership will never offer. We give up-front, flat-rate prices, so there are never any surprises. We look forward to serving you.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
17 years of experience

Services we offer

ECU flashing, Mobile automotive locksmith services include: computer chip transponder key cutting, ignition repairs, lost key generation, remote and fob programming

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
5.07 Reviews
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DALE C.
Aug 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
We needed a duplicate key made for a 2013 Subaru Outback. This is a key with the remote and chip built into the key. To save money, the locksmith instructed me to purchase the key blank from Amazon ($50). The locksmith charged $90 to cut and program the key (Total cost: $140). Four other locksmiths that I contacted could not cut the key. The dealership cost was $270. Luke was on time (he actually called ahead of time and was able to arrive early) and came to our house to do the work. This was a good experience and we saved money.

Jamie L.
Jun 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I lost the only key to my Honda Prelude. I called around to a lot of places and couldn't get help. The Honda dealer said I would have to put in a whole new system in the car. I ended up getting referred to Luke @ Budget Locksmith. I communicated with Luke for my whole transaction. He was professional, friendly and clear in what I needed to do. I mailed the money, key I had but was not programmed, and immobilizer so he could reflash the system. He mailed it back to me and I have my car again. Very honest and trustworthy. Luke saved me a huge headache and at a cost friendly price. Thank you!!

John K.
Aug 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$95
Luke came out in his mobile Locksmith van on the day agreed upon. He gave me an update about an hour before scheduled start time that he'd be about 15-20 min delay, which was fine. He showed up in that timeframe. He programmed the 1 FOBIK and determined the other I received from manufacturer had defect that I'm handling separately with the manufacturer I purchased it from. He cut the door opening keys for included in the overall price. Cost was more reasonable than other Locksmiths or dealer in our area. There was no extra change for programming a 2nd FOBIK. The new device worked perfectly and 2 original ones worked as intended. Overall, I'm very happy with this business and the way Luke K. treated me (i.e. professionally, fairly). I'd recommend them to anyone and I'll call them again if/when future needs for professional Locksmith services are needed. Thank you!

Douglas W.
Nov 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$85
Great service and pricing. They recommended buying the parts online myself to save money and they would be able to program and cut them. Showed up right on time and quickly got to work. They were able to program the smart fob in minutes and it took a little while to get the key cut just right as the one I purchased was not OEM. 2/3 the cost of going with another place and 1/3 the cost of the dealership

Joseph M.
Apr 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$85
After being unable to find a local shop to cut me this key and being quoted $165 from the Ford dealership, I called Budget Locksmith. They came out and cut me a key for half the price. 
Response from Budget Locksmith
"Glad we could help you out!"

SUSAN S.
Oct 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$125
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Celia W.
Jun 2008
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
It was 9:30 on a Sunday morning and Luke arrived promptly. He was friendly, communicative and familiar with my problem. He proceeded to repair the ignition cylinder efficiently at a very reasonable price. I highly recommend Luke Kragenbrink at Budget Locksmith.

Licensing

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FAQ

Budget Locksmith is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

Budget Locksmith accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, Budget Locksmith offers free project estimates.

No, Budget Locksmith does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Budget Locksmith does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, Budget Locksmith offers emergency services.

No, Budget Locksmith does not offer warranties.