Car Keys • Lockouts • Rekeys • Commercial Hardware — Fast quotes during business hours.
Shop: 208 Thompson Ln • Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–11:30 PM • Sat 10:00 AM–4:00 PM • 🆔 TN License #406
Many online “locksmith” listings route to call centers or lead networks. Armstrong is a real Nashville locksmith shop, led by owner Rahim—with a local team you can reach directly for clear pricing and fast help during business hours.
Real feedback from neighbors in Antioch, Brentwood, and The Gulch. We are a real local shop.
Choose a category below. Fast response, clean work, and upfront pricing during business hours.
Rekeys, lockouts, & repairs.
Car keys & programming.
Business security & hardware.
Skip the dealership tow. We cut and program encrypted Smart Keys and Transponders for many European vehicles on-site in Nashville. We interface directly with your car’s systems so you can get back on the road during business hours.
We use dealer-level diagnostics to program Smart Keys and Fobs right in your driveway. Text a photo of your key (or your VIN if available) and we’ll reply with options and pricing.
Experts in CAS modules and FEM/BDC systems (including many “All Keys Lost” cases).
Chip and fob solutions for many models. Call with VIN to verify compatibility.
Support for KESSY (keyless) and standard switchblade fobs.
Safe on-site programming for sensitive KVM modules.
High-end support. We prefer virgin OEM remotes for higher success rates.
Laser cut + programming for Lexus, Toyota, Ford, and GM.
Tip: Include your Year/Make/Model + VIN for the most accurate pricing and parts match.
The Bottom Line: In this job, we helped the customer avoid a dealership tow and long wait time—saving $542 and about 5 days compared to the dealer quote.
The Situation (Brentwood, TN): A local BMW owner lost their only key. The dealership quoted about 5 days and required a tow to their service bay.
The Armstrong Solution: Our lead technician, Rahim, deployed the mobile workstation directly to the client’s driveway.
Technical Execution: We performed advanced EEPROM programming to read encrypted data from the BMW’s CAS/FEM Immobilizer Module and authorize a new key.
The Hardware: We cut a new High-Security Laser Key on-site and synced a virgin, OEM-quality Smart Fob to the vehicle.
The Result: Driving again in about 60 minutes (this job) instead of waiting days—no towing required.
Results vary by model, security system, and key type. Exact pricing and timing depend on VIN and vehicle condition.
The Direct Answer: Dealerships can do OEM programming — but you pay for the overhead, the tow, and the wait. Armstrong delivers the same type of outcome with a mobile setup and straightforward pricing during business hours.
| Feature | The Dealership | Armstrong Locksmith Inc. |
|---|---|---|
| Wait Time | ✖ 3–7 days (ordering + scheduling) | ✔ Same day (often under 60 minutes) |
| Logistics | ✖ Tow required (at your expense) | ✔ We come to you (mobile van) |
| Pricing | ✖ MSRP + labor + tow fees | ✔ Often less than dealer (see pricing) |
| Who You Talk To | Service writer (front desk) | ✔ Rahim (owner + lead tech) |
The Direct Answer: We bring the dealership-style workflow to your driveway. Our mobile process uses dealer-level diagnostics to cut and program high-security keys for European vehicles on-site in Nashville. No towing. No waiting days.
We decode your VIN to identify the correct keyway, chip type, and frequency. You get an upfront price before we begin (see our pricing guide).
We cut the blade to factory specifications, then connect to the vehicle to sync the new chip/fob to your immobilizer system.
We test lock/unlock/trunk and confirm engine start. For push-to-start, we verify proximity unlock and in-car detection before the job is closed.
Have these 3 things ready when you reach out for the most accurate key match:
The Direct Answer: We prioritize non-destructive entry and clean lock work. As a licensed Tennessee locksmith (TN License #406), we use professional picking and bypass methods to protect your door hardware. We help homeowners in Antioch, Brentwood, and Green Hills secure their homes without replacing good locks.
Locked out? We aim for damage-free entry using professional bypass tools and lock picking. If a lock is seized or unsafe, we’ll explain options before any drilling.
Don’t buy new locks. We rekey the cylinder so old keys stop working. This is the fastest, most affordable way to secure a new home.
We install electronic deadbolts and keypads with correct alignment and bolt depth to prevent jams, motor strain, and battery drain.
We start with skill-first methods to avoid unnecessary damage and hardware replacement. If drilling or replacement is truly required, we explain why and confirm approval first—no surprises.
The Direct Dispatch Promise: When you call Armstrong Locksmith, you never route to an out-of-state call center. You speak directly to a real technician driving the I-24 and I-65 corridors daily. We know the shortcuts to get to you faster.
Priority dispatch along Nolensville Pike for emergency house lockouts and ignition repairs.
Specialized in on-site European Car Key Programming (BMW/Audi) and estate security in the Cool Springs area.
Fast rekeying services and deadbolt installations for growing family neighborhoods.
High-security Grade 1 Hardware for retail businesses and non-destructive entry for high-rise condos in The Gulch.
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