Car key trouble at the beach? I'll come to you.
Center Street, Folly Road, the County Park at the Washout — cutting and programming equipment brought right to the car, sand and all.
What actually happens out here
Sand & salt killed the fob
A day at the beach is hard on a proximity fob. Battery or button issue, that's a quick fix. Salt water in the board usually means a new fob programmed to the car.
Locked out at the Washout or Center Street
Keys on the seat, doors locked while unloading boards — a routine, damage-free open, wherever the car is parked.
Keys buried in the beach bag
Before anything drastic, I confirm they're really gone. If so, it's a straightforward lost-key visit at the vehicle.
What I handle
What it costs
Firm number before I start — it doesn't change once I'm there.
Folly Beach car key questions
How much does a replacement car key cost on Folly Beach?
It depends on the key type. Basic transponder keys generally start around $75. Push-to-start proximity fobs usually run $150–$300 depending on the make and model.
My fob got wet at the beach. Is it done for good?
Not always. A dead battery or a stuck button is an easy fix. If salt water made it into the circuit board, the fob usually needs to be replaced and programmed — I can tell which it is quickly.
Can you come out near Center Street or the County Park?
Yes, the whole island is within the area I cover, including the beach access points and the County Park at the Washout.
Can you make a key without the original?
Yes. If every key is lost, I can generate a new one from the vehicle's own security data instead of copying an existing key — handled at the vehicle for most makes and models.
How long does a visit take?
Most spare-key and fob jobs are under an hour once I arrive. Lockouts are usually quicker.
Is there an extra charge for coming out to Folly Beach?
No — no separate travel charge.
Tell me the vehicle — I'll come to the island
Center Street, a beach-access lot, your rental driveway — wherever the car is.