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We’ve all done it. You find yourself rummaging through pockets, walking briskly from room to room, looking under couch cushions, retracing our steps—and maybe even blaming the dog—all for a lost set of keys!

Often times they never turn up. In the case of car key fobs, the loss can lead to costly replacements and time spent without the use of a vehicle.

It's Important to Be Proactive by Having Extra Keys

At Sonic Locksmith, we have several proactive solutions to avoid the frustration and expense associated with misplaced keys.

People often wonder: Why are spare keys cheaper than replacement keys? The answer is simple. For cars, dealerships charge a substantial fee to “re-key” new fobs to program them to properly function with your car and security system. For homes, a new deadbolt and keys cost significantly more than a simple set of spare keys.

For over 20 years, every BMW on the road has been equipped with sophisticated anti-theft systems. Their system verifies that the key fob and proper key are in place before the vehicle is able to be started.

So what happens when you lose your BMW key? The choice is yours, but the financial impact will vary drastically if you opt to use a locksmith instead of visiting the dealer. Below you will find some of the ins and outs how to manage the headache in Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, and surrounding NYC areas.

Dealers typically order new keys, which can end up costing you at least a week of downtime.

The process of obtaining a new key and key fob is not a quick one. Most dealerships will have to order a special key designed to match your vehicle type. The production and delivery of the key are said to take upwards of two weeks.

Locksmiths can do the job at your location the same day.

Instead of waiting or renting a car, a locksmith equipped with the proper tools can manage the job in a single day. You won’t have to leave your location, and you won’t face any wait times for keys to be shipped.

At Sonic Locksmith, we have the equipment and key fobs available to take care of the problem on site. Your new key will be programmed and tested before our technician leaves. Once the job is complete, you can go on with your day.