Trunk Lockout Service
Leaving the grocery store off Fredericksburg Road or heading out after a Spurs game at the Frost Bank Center — a locked trunk can stop your day cold. Whether your key fob stopped talking to the vehicle, the lock cylinder seized in San Antonio's brutal summer heat, or you accidentally closed the lid with your keys inside, Pro San Antonio Locksmith dispatches a mobile technician to your exact location so you are never stranded for long. Our team handles everything from a simple trunk release to a full mortise lock inspection on older vehicles with integrated deck-lid mechanisms.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week · Licensed, bonded & insured
What sets a professional trunk lockout service apart from a DIY attempt is the precision involved. Forcing a trunk latch, prying a lock cylinder, or using an improvised tool can bend sheet metal, snap rods, or damage the exact components you need working again. Our trained and insured technicians carry the specialized tools to open trunk locks without unnecessary damage, verify ownership on the spot, and leave your vehicle in the same condition they found it — minus the problem that called them out in the first place.
What we do
Available 24/7
Day, night, weekends and holidays — a real local locksmith answers and rolls a fully-stocked van.
Fast local response
Based in San Antonio, we reach the San Antonio area in well under an hour.
Insured & background-checked
Vetted technicians, up-front pricing, and no surprise add-ons when we arrive.
Damage-free entry
We pick and bypass locks the right way, so most lockouts are solved without drilling anything.
More about our work
Everything you need to know about how we help — at a glance.
How Our Trunk Lockout Service Works When You Need It Most
When you call (210) 390-5422, we ask a few quick questions: your location, vehicle make and model, and whether you have any secondary access points available — rear seat fold-down, valet key, or an interior trunk release. That information lets our dispatcher send the right technician with the right tools. We operate 24/7, so whether your trunk is stuck at 2 p.m. outside the Pearl District or 2 a.m. near Loop 410, response is the same: fast, mobile, and aimed at getting your trunk open without collateral damage.
Once on site, our technician confirms your ownership — a standard step every reputable locksmith performs regardless of how straightforward the situation looks. From there, we assess the lock type. A standard trunk key cylinder, a push-button latch, an electronic release solenoid, or a mortise lock assembly on a classic or commercial vehicle each calls for a different approach. We give you a clear, up-front quote before touching anything, so the final price is never a surprise. Factors that shape that quote include the lock and vehicle type, the complexity of the mechanism, travel distance to your location, and the time of day.
Trunk Lockout Service for Every Vehicle Type — Cars, Trucks, and More
San Antonio drivers run everything from late-model pickup trucks and SUVs to vintage muscle cars and commercial fleet vehicles, and our trunk lockout service covers all of them. For modern vehicles with electronic trunk releases, a failed solenoid or dead fob battery can lock you out just as effectively as a mechanical problem. For older cars — especially those with integrated mortise lock hardware on the deck lid — the solution requires familiarity with the specific lock geometry rather than a one-size approach. Our technicians are trained across a wide range of domestic and import makes, which means we are not improvising when we arrive at your car.
Motorcycle saddlebag locks, truck toolbox locks, cargo van rear doors, and trailer hitches with integrated lock mechanisms are also within scope. If your vehicle has a locking storage compartment and you cannot get into it, call us. We also address situations where a child is accidentally confined in a vehicle — a genuinely urgent scenario that we treat as an emergency and prioritize accordingly. Any time safety is at stake, tell the dispatcher immediately and we escalate the response.
Emergency Car Lockout Service and Trunk Access — What to Check Before You Call
Before dialing for an emergency car lockout service, run through a few quick checks that cost nothing and take under two minutes. First, check whether your vehicle has a fold-down rear seat with a trunk pass-through — many sedans and coupes do, and it is often accessible even when the trunk itself is locked. Second, look for a valet key or a secondary mechanical key stored inside a key fob case. Third, check whether any other door is unlocked, since many vehicles have an interior trunk release lever or button. Finally, consider whether a spare key exists at home or with a family member who can meet you.
If none of those options pan out — or if the situation is urgent and waiting is not an option — that is exactly when a 24 hour car lockout service makes sense. We are available every hour of every day, including holidays, because trunk lockouts do not respect business hours. Calling a professional also means you are not voiding any remaining warranty coverage by forcing components or using methods that leave visible marks on the vehicle.
Beyond the Trunk: Full-Scope Automotive and Property Locksmith Services San Antonio
A trunk lockout is often the first time a driver uses a locksmith, but our mobile team covers a much wider range of situations. On the automotive side, we handle car door lockouts, ignition issues, transponder key programming, broken key extraction, and key cutting for vehicles without a working spare. On the residential and commercial side, our technicians work with door knob lock replacements, deadbolt installation, mortise lock repair and replacement, high-security lock upgrades, and full rekeying services after a move or a lost key.
Commercial clients — retail storefronts along Broadway, office suites, warehouse facilities near the South Side industrial corridors — often call us for after-hours lockout situations, master key system design, and commercial-grade mortise lock installation. Our emergency locksmith response is the same whether the call comes from a homeowner in Alamo Heights or a fleet manager locked out of a cargo van. The service list below reflects the full scope of what our mobile team handles every day across the greater San Antonio area.
Services We Provide Across San Antonio
Trunk lockout opening, car door lockout service, ignition lockout assistance, broken key extraction from trunk lock cylinders, spare key cutting on-site, transponder key programming, key fob battery replacement and reprogramming, motorcycle saddlebag lock opening, truck toolbox lock opening, cargo van rear door lockout service, valet key duplication, mortise lock installation on vehicles and residential doors, mortise lock repair, door knob lock replacement, deadbolt installation and rekeying, high-security deadbolt upgrades, residential lockout response, commercial lockout response, master key system setup, lock rekeying after tenant turnover, lock rekeying after a lost or stolen key, padlock removal and replacement, gate lock service, keypad and smart lock installation, emergency locksmith dispatch for child-in-vehicle situations, after-hours business lockout response, and fleet vehicle lockout service for commercial operators throughout San Antonio and surrounding areas.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what our customers ask most. Still unsure? Just call.
Is there a 24-hour locksmith in San Antonio?+
Yes — Pro San Antonio Locksmith operates around the clock, every day of the year. When you call (210) 390-5422, a live dispatcher answers and routes the nearest available technician to your location. Whether you need a trunk opened at midnight near the River Walk or a door knob lock replaced early Sunday morning in Stone Oak, our 24/7 mobile service means you are never waiting until business hours to get back to normal.
How much does it cost to open a locked trunk — and how much should locksmiths charge?+
There is no single flat rate because multiple factors shape the final quote: the type of lock or latch mechanism on your vehicle, the vehicle make and model, the time of day, travel distance to your location, and whether any parts need to be sourced or replaced. What we commit to is transparency — before any work begins, we confirm an exact up-front price so you know precisely what you are agreeing to. There are no hidden add-ons after the job is done.
How much does a car lockout service cost — and what about something like a pop-a-lock style service?+
The term 'pop a lock' describes a quick, non-destructive trunk or door opening — which is exactly what our technicians aim for on every call. Cost varies by the same factors mentioned above: lock complexity, vehicle type, time of day, and distance. We do not quote over the phone without those details, but we do commit to a confirmed price before starting so you are never caught off guard. Call (210) 390-5422 and we will run through the specifics with you right away.
What should I do if a child is locked in a car?+
This is an emergency — call 911 first if there is any sign of distress, heat exposure, or medical concern. San Antonio summers regularly push temperatures above 100°F, and a vehicle interior can exceed that within minutes. Once emergency services are notified, call us immediately at (210) 390-5422. Our dispatchers treat child-in-vehicle calls as the highest priority and direct the nearest technician to you. Do not attempt to force a window or door without guidance, as broken glass creates its own hazard.
Can you open a trunk without damaging the lock or the car?+
In the vast majority of cases, yes. Our trained technicians use professional tools designed specifically for non-destructive entry and are experienced with a wide range of trunk lock types — including standard cylinders, electronic releases, and mortise lock assemblies on older or commercial vehicles. We assess the mechanism first and choose the least invasive method available. In rare cases where a lock is already damaged or seized before we arrive, we discuss all options and get your approval before proceeding with anything more involved.
Where can I get a car key replacement in San Antonio if I lost the only key to my vehicle?+
Pro San Antonio Locksmith handles on-site key cutting and, for newer vehicles, transponder key programming and key fob setup — all from our mobile units, so we come to wherever the car is. If you are stranded without any working key, we can often open the vehicle, then cut and program a replacement in one visit. The cost and timeline depend on the vehicle make, the key type, and whether the transponder needs to be coded to your car's immobilizer system. Call (210) 390-5422 and we can walk through what your specific vehicle requires.