Ignition Switch Repair
Our expert Ignition Switch Repair experts have the knowledge and experience to create a new key usually on the stop for many types of vehicles
Same or Next Day Ignition Switch Repair Service in Houston TX
Did you know that repairing a jammed ignition switch often takes only few minutes? On the other hand, if your car has ignition switch problems, this can cause major issues while driving on the road, such as unexpected shutdowns.
THINKING OF FIXING a BROKEN IGNITION SWITCH BY YOURSELVE
Obviously most car owners would like to fix or replace their ignition switch on their own without the need of a licensed technician. Indeed, there are many ignition switch repair how-to’s online which DIY your own ignition switch repair may seem like a tempting option for skillful and technically included car owners. However, replacing and fixing an ignition switch can be a challenging task to say the least. Specifically, in modern vehicles, many parts need to be removed before the ignition switch is accessible for repairs or replacement.
For example, in order to remove the ignition switch, a technician has to disconnect the battery, remove the steering wheel, remove some of the plastic covering around the ignition switch, and then finally have access to the housing of the switch itself. Although for some, this may not sound like much work to fix ignition switch issues, in fact, removing a steering wheel is only half the story because what’s more important is the fact that putting everything back correctly so that your vehicle is safe to drive again. For this reason alone it is worth hiring a professional locksmith in Houston to do the job for you.
WHAT’S THE BENEFIT OF HIRING A CAR LOCKSMITH TO FIX MY IGNITION SWITCH?
Another reason Alamo Key & Lock suggests hiring a locksmith rather than trying to fix the ignition yourself, is that many newer model cars feature electronic circuitry around the steering wheel housing and the ignition switch housing. Even though you may be a precise home handy person, if you damage the wiring and electronics while working on your vehicle, you might accidentally void warranties on the car. In addition, you might unintentionally break another electric part costing you even more $$$’s
SHOULD I REPAIR OR REPLACE MY VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH?
While it would be easy to give a glib answer online about whether you should replace or repair your car ignition switch, the truth is that the locksmith on site will have a better answer for you. Often times customers think that the ignition switch needs to be repaired or replaced, when in fact it’s only the car key that is broken. Alamo Key and Lock highly recommends that you speak with a qualified and licensed locksmith to get better guidance as to whether to repair your ignition switch or install a new one.
Ignition switches can stop working properly for many different reasons, some of which have nothing to do with the switch itself. While typical problems our locksmiths see with car ignition switches include loose fittings, stiff car key turning, jammed keys, and ignitions that don’t turn over, some of these issues have to do with other car parts and not the ignition itself. Specifically, the most likely issues arising from the ignition itself has to do with the car key alone, and not any other part of the car.
HOUSTON CAR LOCKSMITHS YOU CAN RELY ON
Houston residents who have a broken ignition switch will likely need a professional locksmith’s help to repair or replace it. Despite the skill of many car owners to work on their cars, the safety and reliability you get from a professional auto locksmith is worth the cost because we are talking about your, and your families safety.
Our valued customer in Houston rely on Alamo Key & Lock due to many reasons some being our locksmiths are certified and provide 100% satisfaction guaranteed service. We’ve been serving Houston TX community since 1982 helping Houston residents get back into their cars when keys are lost, replace and repair car ignitions when they are not working. In fact, one of our company beliefs is that integrity and good customer service matters more than making an extra buck. Alamo Key & Lock is a home grown, Houston led, community driven locksmith company. For this reason our locksmiths offer 20% discount to all veterans and senior citizens of Houston who need locksmith services. Not to mention that we will beat any genuine quote for ignition switch repair work.
Importantly, for those Houston customers who have an ignition interlock device on their vehicle, please let our locksmith know on the phone when calling 713-688-3887. Often times these devices may change the way the locksmith gets to the ignition.