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Key Shell & Key Fob Case Replacement in Metro Detroit

Fix cracked cases, broken hinges, and worn buttons — we rebuild your key with your original electronics.

Many issues don’t require a brand-new key. We move your circuit board and transponder chip into a fresh shell, restore the button pad, and ensure the blade is secure. Mobile service anywhere in Metro Detroit.

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  • Mobile service across Oakland, Wayne & Macomb
  • Reuse original electronics — no programming in most cases
  • Licensed & insured · 5-Year Warranty
Key shell replacement service in Metro Detroit

What We Replace

  • Flip / switchblade key shells and broken hinges
  • Remote-head key housings and worn button pads
  • Standard key fob cases and cracked covers
  • Proximity / smart fob shells with damaged key-ring loops

We match the correct shell for your make/model and ensure a snug, factory-fit rebuild.

Transfer & Rebuild Process

  1. Inspect & Quote: Confirm condition and provide an upfront estimate.
  2. Open & Transfer: Move the circuit board, battery tray, and immobilizer chip into the new shell.
  3. Blade & Buttons: Move or cut the key blade as needed; install a fresh button pad.
  4. Test & Warranty: Test lock/unlock, trunk, panic, and start; back it with a 5-year warranty.

Common Key Styles & Symptoms

  • Flip / switchblade keys — loose blade or broken hinge
  • Remote-head keys — shell cracked or buttons torn
  • Standard fobs — split casing or worn rubber pad
  • Proximity fobs — key-ring loop snapped off
  • Shell water damage (electronics still functional)

Coverage Area

Detroit, Southfield, Troy, Novi, Royal Oak, Farmington Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, West Bloomfield, Oak Park, Pontiac, Auburn Hills, Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, Shelby Township, Macomb Township, Dearborn, Livonia, Canton, Westland, Taylor, Dearborn Heights, Allen Park, Lincoln Park, Wyandotte, Garden City, Inkster, St. Clair Shores, Fraser, Eastpointe, Roseville, Harrison Township, Mount Clemens, and nearby.

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FAQs

Do I need programming for a shell replacement?

In most cases, no. We reuse your original electronics and immobilizer chip. If the board is damaged or you’re switching to a new fob, we can program it on-site.

How long does it take?

Most shell replacements are completed in minutes once we’re on-site, including testing.

Can you fix a broken flip key hinge?

Yes. We install a new flip mechanism within the replacement shell and secure the blade.

Is this cheaper than buying a new key?

Typically yes. Replacing the shell is more cost-effective than purchasing a complete new key or fob.

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