The Lil Key Shop.com

Von is not working from the brick-and-mortar location, but don't let that stop you. He does excellent work for a reasonable price and is friendly and professional. He took care of my key quickly and was thorough in making sure everything worked right. I hope never to need a locksmith again, but if I do, I know who I'll call.

Called today to get a remote key with an immobilizer replaced. Met up the same day and was able to get a new key made on the spot in less than an hour. He did it for $150 less than the dealer was charging. Works mobile now out of the "lockedout lostkeys" vehicle.

I called a national company prior to using the Lil Key shop and waited 6 hours for someone to be dispatched to me. I subsequently canceled and I called The Lil Key shop and got service within 15 minutes. On the hottest day of the year Von came out and created a new car Key for me. I appreciate the service and friendliness when I was really in a bind.

I’ve had several keys made here that have all been good. Also, I recently had to use their locksmith services. The nice locksmith arrived quickly, and had me inside my home in just a couple minutes! Very reasonably priced. I’d highly recommend them if you are ever (unfortunately) locked out.

Awesome shop and services. It took 5 minutes and half the cost to get a car key copied here compared to Fragers. After a month of getting it wrong even Fragers knew who the real expert was and told me to go here instead. I wish I had gone here first.

I stopped by the shop today, the owner was professional and was able to get me a copy of a Honda CRV key. He was fast (took about 10 minutes) thanks to his large inventory and professional service. While his storefront is open from 10-5 Monday to Sunday, he is frequently called away on jobs, so be sure to dial ahead before heading over.

I reached out to a number of different lock smiths in the city and all seemed to be controlled by the same call center. The Lil Key Shop might be the last independant operator in the city. I will be happy to patronize the shop again in the future.

I was out of the country and my daughter’s key did not work in the ignition. The anti theft system took affect. I called Von and he instructed me as to what I needed to do. Unfortunately the car was towed to the dealer. They wanted $300+ for a key in addition to the $148 to just look at the car. For a new key the dealer said he had to take out the dashboard. WRONG. Von had me order keys, ship to him along with the bad one. Mind you I live in Washington state. He shipped back my new keys and they worked perfectly after his instructions. And you know the cost was WAY under the dealer price, including keys & shipping. DMV folks you’re fortunate to have him right there!!! I highly recommended the Lil Key shop!!!!

Highly recommended! I just needed a couple key copies made, but they still treated me like an important customer, gave me a fair price, and took care of me. I've definitely found my DC locksmith for life!

Great experience!! Delightful staff!! My automobile remote needed to be reprogramed as my current one was at deaths door. The locksmith was able to program my remote at half the cost if not more of the dealership.
And....in record time. Thanks :)

I got locked out my house and I googled locks smiths in Capitol Hill and they were the first to come up. I called them and they got to me in no time. I didn't have to wait hours. I'm pleased with their service. They are very fast to and the customer service is outstanding.

Von and his Lil Key Shop was a pleasure to work with. He programmed and cut two keys for our car in short order. In an amazing coincidence, our child simultaneously tried picking our front door lock with a stick. Needless to say, another trip to Von was in order. I dismantled the lock and brought it back to the shop and Von was quickly able to open the lock and remove the debris and get the lock back in working order in no time. Thank you!

Absolutely wonderful service from the Lil Key Shop. The owner was very friendly and knowledgeable! He was able to purchase the code and make a car key for me on the spot. Go here for all of your lock and key needs!

Had an awesome experience with Krista. Needed a car key with buttons, and all replaced, not only was the cut and service fantastic, but she was fast and showed concern about the final product ensuring it worked and was ready to go!

On 2 occasions I had a key re-made that didn't work...The 2nd time my key didn't work, the Locksmith drove to my home with a key he thought may work, and recut it on the spot. Now THAT is customer service. I am grateful to them, and will be using their services again in the future. Best of luck to the company.

There was a young man who was so helpful and polite, he also was also prompt with the work. The Lil Key Shop knows their stuff and Krista, who works there, was awesome! This place is in the perfect location doing all the right things!

Von Franklin is the Mick Jagger of locksmiths!
He has rescued me more times than I'd like to admit! From locking my keys in my car (again, more times then I'd like to admit) to needing additional house keys made for extended guest.
Awesome guy who provides superb service!

Very friendly, reliable, and professional! Will continue to come back. He offered to be flexible around my work schedule and was 100% hassle and stress free!

I want to Thank Vonfranklin Marshall for his outstanding service this morning! This is one of the best experience I've had! Very friendly, Great customer service to the point I wanted to give him more money for his service... My day just got alot better.

Hate to say I’ve had to use this company twice lol but no regrets and they are super nice and quick!

Re-key of a Ilco style lock cylinder was done efficiently and accurately. Thank you for the great work. Installed the cylinder. The key that was made from the lock characteristics fit precisely. Excellent job.