Locked out? We pop out.
Fast, damage-free car unlocks, jump starts, tire changes and fuel delivery across Roanoke, Salem, Vinton and Botetourt County. Rain or shine, night or day.
Answered at 1am
Reviewers mention it more than anything else. He picks up, often on the second ring.
10 to 20 minutes
Typical time to reach a Roanoke Valley call. The job itself often takes under five.
No membership
No annual fee and no contract to sign before anyone helps you. You pay for the one call.
100+ five-star reviews
From customers in Roanoke, Salem, Vinton, Troutville and the New River Valley.
What we do
Done fast and done properly, anywhere in the Roanoke Valley, any hour. See all services and prices →
Car Unlocks
Damage-free lockout service for any make and model.
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Jump Starts
Battery boosts that get your vehicle started.
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Tire Changes
Roadside spare fitting with a proper hydraulic jack.
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Fuel Delivery
Emergency gas brought to you when the tank runs dry.
Learn more →Our services and pricing
Published rates, so you know what you are calling into. Most people ring around for a price first, and we would rather you found ours here than guessed.
- Vehicle Lockout Starting at $80
- Semi Truck Lockout Starting at $125
- Jump Start Starting at $50
- Tire Change Spare installation Starting at $80
- Fuel Delivery Starting at $50plus fuel cost
- Emergency Roadside Assistance Starting at $95
Pricing notice
Prices listed apply within our standard service area. Long-distance service and after-hours calls may require an additional travel fee. You’ll always receive a quote before work begins. No surprise charges.
Stranded? Don’t wait it out.
One call gets a real person, a real ETA, and a price before we roll.
Where we go
Based in Roanoke and covering the valley plus the surrounding counties.
Not sure if you are in range? See where we go → or just call. We will tell you straight.
What Roanoke Valley drivers say
★★★★★ 5.0 from 100+ Google reviews
It was after 1:00am and not only did he answer on the second ring but he was here in under 7 minutes!! I will definitely be recommending him to all my friends and family!!
Great service! Got my door open in less than 5 minutes. Very affordable, very fast, and was there 18 minutes after i called. Highly recommend!!
I was most impressed with Lamont, he answered the initial call, and responded to the site within one half hour. He had all the tools and talent to get me back on the road. It’s obvious he takes great pride in his business. If you are locked out of your vehicle in the Roanoke Valley, Lamont is the right choice.
Locked my keys in my truck for the first time in 5 1/2 years of owning it. Lamont was extremely efficient and prompt. Super professional and a very nice guy. He was there quickly and had my Silverado unlocked in a matter of seconds and got me back on the road.
When I tell you, this man Lamont was a heaven sent angel — I locked my keys in the car while it was running and he was there in five minutes. Thank you so much!
Such a cool dude, super nice, really easy going. He answered first ring, was at my place in not even 20 mins, had my car unlocked AND jumped my battery in less than 5.
Lamont is a lifesaver! He was in Christiansburg when he received my call, he drove immediately to Salem to get my car unlocked in just a few short minutes. Very professional and fair prices!
My wife locked her keys in the car along with the spare set after returning home with a load of frozen groceries. Called Lamont at 8:00 pm on Sunday evening. He responded promptly and gave me an accurate arrival time.
Awesome service!! I didn’t expect service so fast, especially coming all the way from Roanoke to Christiansburg for a roadside emergency call under 45 minutes!!! It’s nice to know we have someone from the big city that services these smaller areas!!!
He came in 4 mins to the airport and got my keys out of the car. A lifesaver, thank you so much. Highly recommended.
I called the first mobile lock out service I found and it turns out they are also the BEST. Really. Not only were they there in less than 20 minutes, they knew exactly what to do and got me on my way.
This is a great company!! They got here quickly and fixed my tire in no time!! Thank you!!
I had called multiple different businesses and they couldn’t get the job done but Free The Key got the job done within minutes. Highly recommend!
Frequently asked questions
How fast can you get to me?
Inside the Roanoke Valley, most calls take 10 to 20 minutes to reach. Rocky Mount and Christiansburg take longer. You get a real time when you call, based on where we actually are.
Are you really open 24/7?
Yes. Nights, weekends and holidays. A large share of our calls come in between midnight and 6am, because that is when being stranded is worst and hardest to solve.
Do I need a membership?
No. No membership, no annual fee, no contract. You pay for the call you needed. Same help as an auto club without the yearly bill.
How much does it cost?
Vehicle lockouts are $80. Jump starts are $50. A tire change with your spare is $80. Fuel delivery is $50 plus the cost of the fuel. Semi truck lockouts are $125. Those rates cover our standard service area. Long distance and after-hours calls may add a travel fee, and you get the price on the phone before we head out.
What payment do you take?
Card and Cash App. Ask when you call if you need something else.
Do you make or program replacement keys?
No. We do not cut or program keys. We get you back into a vehicle when the keys are locked inside, and we handle jump starts, tire changes and fuel delivery.
Will you unlock any vehicle for anyone?
No. We ask you to show the vehicle is yours before we open it, with a licence or registration that matches. That protects you and every other vehicle owner.
Do you work on commercial trucks and vans?
Yes. Box trucks, work vans, tractors and fleet vehicles are routine. We take a lot of those calls at the Troutville truck stops and along I-81.
Need help right now?
Calling is the fastest way to get help. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.