The Key Man

Isle of Palms, South Carolina

Car key replacement on the other side of the Connector

Front Beach, Ocean Boulevard, Wild Dunes — cutting and programming equipment brought to the vehicle, wherever it's parked on the island.

Year, Make, Model
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On record

5.0★ from 209+ Google reviews

17,842+ keys cut and programmed since 2019

8 AM to midnight, seven days

Automotive only — no residential or commercial

Fob didn't survive the beach

Sand and salt water are hard on a proximity fob. A weak battery is a quick fix. Water in the board usually means a new fob programmed to the car.

Locked out at Front Beach or Wild Dunes

Keys on the seat, doors locked while unloading — a routine, damage-free open, wherever the vehicle is parked.

Lost every key on a rental week

It happens more than people expect on vacation. A new key gets generated from the vehicle's own data, right at the car — no dealer trip needed.

What I handle

Car key replacement
Lost car keys
Spare keys
Key fob replacement
Push-to-start programming
Lockouts

What it costs

Car lockoutFlat rate, quoted on the call
Spare key — one key still worksTransponder from ~$75 · Push-to-start $150–$300+
Lost key / all-keys-goneVaries by vehicle — call or text for a quote

Isle of Palms car key questions

How much does a replacement car key cost on Isle of Palms?

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.

Do you come across the Connector for a lockout?

Yes — the Isle of Palms Connector is a route I cross regularly. Front Beach, Ocean Boulevard, and Wild Dunes are all within the area I cover.

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.

My fob quit after a beach day. Is that a battery or something worse?

Often just the battery — a quick, inexpensive fix. If salt water got into the board, the fob usually needs to be replaced and reprogrammed. I can tell which it is quickly.

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 the island?

No — no separate travel charge.

Give me the vehicle. I'll cross the Connector.

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