Emergency locksmith service in Ottawa for when you are locked out of your car. It happens to everyone. You step out to grab coffee on Elgin Street and the door locks behind you. Or you realize your keys are sitting on the passenger seat while you are standing in a Costco parking lot in Barrhaven.
Ontario Towing provides fast car lockout service across Ottawa 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our technicians unlock your vehicle without damaging the door, lock, or paint. No scratches, no broken windows, no drill marks.
Types of lockout situations we handle in Ottawa
The most common call we get is a standard lockout service where your keys are visible inside the vehicle but you cannot get in. We arrive with professional tools and open the door safely. For keys trapped in the trunk, our trunk lockout service uses different tools and techniques to access the trunk without forcing the lock.
If your keys are locked inside the car and you can see them through the window, our key locked in car service responds fast to retrieve them. Whether the keys fell between the seats, are sitting on the dashboard, or landed in the back seat, we get you back in without any damage to your vehicle.
Child or pet locked in a hot or cold vehicle? This is a life-threatening emergency. Call 911 first, then call Ontario Towing at (613) 619-4545. In extreme temperature situations, breaking a window may be the right call and emergency services will guide you. We prioritize child and pet lockout calls above everything else.
How we unlock your car in Ottawa
Our lockout process
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Call (613) 619-4545Tell us where you are, what kind of vehicle you have, and where the keys are.
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We dispatch a technicianMost lockout calls in Ottawa are reached in 20 to 30 minutes.
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Non-destructive entryWe use professional lockout tools to unlock your vehicle without damaging the door, lock, window, or paint.
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You get your keys backOnce the door is open, you retrieve your keys and you are on your way. The whole process usually takes 5 to 15 minutes.
Do not try to unlock your car with a coat hanger or screwdriver. Modern vehicles have electronic locking systems and airbag sensors in the doors. Jamming a metal tool into the door frame can trigger airbags, damage wiring, or scratch your paint. Let a professional handle it.
Lockout service coverage across Ottawa
We cover all of Ottawa for car lockouts. Downtown, ByWard Market, Centretown, the Glebe, Westboro, Kanata, Barrhaven, Orleans, Gloucester, Nepean, Stittsville, Bells Corners, and all surrounding areas. We also serve Gatineau, Hull, and Aylmer across the river. If you are locked out, we will get to you.
Frequently asked questions about emergency locksmith service ottawa
Lockout pricing depends on your vehicle type, location, and time of day. Call (613) 619-4545 and we will give you a price before we dispatch.
No. We use professional non-destructive entry tools designed specifically for vehicle lockouts. No scratches, no dents, no broken windows.
Yes. Our technicians carry tools for all major makes and models sold in Canada. From Honda Civics to BMW X5s, we can get you in.
Yes. Our trunk lockout service uses specialized tools to access trunks without forcing the lock or damaging your vehicle.
Our focus is unlocking your vehicle so you can retrieve your existing keys. For key cutting or replacement key fob programming, we recommend a dedicated automotive locksmith or your dealership.
Locked out of your car in Ottawa?
Fast, damage-free car lockout service across Ottawa 24/7.