Fleet Key Management London
Trade accounts, SLA lockout response, and spare key sets for car fleets, van fleets, and mixed commercial vehicle fleets across London. One supplier, one invoice, one call when you need us. Mon–Fri, 8am–6pm.
Managing keys across a fleet of vehicles is a hidden operational cost that most businesses only notice when something goes wrong — a driver locked out on site, a key lost with no spare, or a key fob failing on the company car. Car Locksmith London works with fleet operators, van hire companies, courier businesses, and corporate car fleets to put a proactive key management structure in place — spare keys for every vehicle, agreed SLA response times, and a single monthly invoice rather than ad-hoc emergency spend.
Fleet Key Management Services
Key Audit
We visit your depot or premises and carry out a full key audit — recording which vehicles have working keys, which need spares, and which have lost keys that haven't been replaced. We provide a written report with recommendations and costs.
Spare Key Sets
We cut and programme at least one spare key per vehicle and store the key records. When a driver loses a key, we can supply a replacement quickly without having to start from scratch for each vehicle.
SLA Emergency Response
Fleet account holders get a priority response SLA. When your driver calls, they go straight to the front of the queue. We agree a response window (typically 30–60 minutes) and track adherence.
Key Records
We maintain records of all key work carried out for your fleet — dates, vehicle registrations, key types, and costs. Available on request for internal reporting or insurance purposes.
Monthly Invoice Billing
No ad-hoc card payments from stranded drivers. All work is logged against your account and consolidated into a single VAT invoice at month end. Cost centre breakdown available on request.
All Vehicle Types
Cars, company cars, pool cars, panel vans, crew vans, minibuses, 7.5-tonne trucks. We cover any vehicle type in your fleet. Mixed fleets welcome — one account covers everything.
Fleet Vehicle Makes We Cover
🚗 Company Cars & Pool Cars
🚐 Vans & Commercial Vehicles
Why Proactive Fleet Key Management Saves Money
Reduce Emergency Callout Frequency
With a spare key on file for every vehicle, many lost-key incidents become a 30-second spare handover rather than a £200+ emergency callout.
Shorter Vehicle Off-Road Time
SLA response means a locked-out driver is back on the road faster — reducing missed deliveries, delayed jobs, and driver overtime.
Predictable Key Replacement Costs
A monthly invoice with agreed pricing replaces unpredictable emergency spend. Budget for key management as a line item rather than absorbing surprise costs.
Single Supplier, Less Admin
One call, one account, one invoice. No need for drivers to find and verify locksmiths independently — your fleet account number authorises the work.
Setting Up a Fleet Account
Initial Enquiry
Call us or submit an enquiry. Tell us your fleet size, vehicle types, and location. We'll arrange a call or visit with the fleet manager.
Key Audit (Optional)
For fleets of 10+ vehicles, we recommend an initial key audit to establish a baseline. We visit your depot and assess all vehicles.
Spare Key Programme
We cut and programme spare keys for each vehicle, record all key data, and set up your account. Drivers receive the dedicated fleet contact number.
Ongoing Coverage
From day one, all callouts go through your account. Monthly invoice, key records maintained, SLA monitored and reported.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does fleet key management include?
Our fleet key management service covers: a full key audit of your fleet vehicles, supply and programming of spare key sets for each vehicle, priority SLA callouts when a driver is locked out or loses a key, key tracking records, and monthly invoiced billing. We tailor the service to your fleet size and specific requirements.
Do you offer a fixed SLA response time for fleet callouts?
Yes. We can agree a specific SLA response time with fleet customers — typically 30–60 minutes in London or an agreed extended window for outer London and Essex. We provide a dedicated contact number for fleet accounts rather than the general line.
We have a mix of cars and vans — can you cover both?
Yes. We cover mixed fleets of any composition — company cars, pool cars, panel vans, crew vans, minibuses, and light commercial vehicles. We can also cover HGVs and lorries through our sister lorry locksmith service.
Do you provide spare key sets for the whole fleet?
Yes. As part of onboarding a fleet account, we typically recommend having at least one spare key per vehicle. We attend at your premises or depot, cut and programme spare keys for each vehicle, and record the key details. This significantly reduces emergency callout frequency and cost.
How does billing work for fleet accounts?
Fleet accounts are billed monthly by invoice. We record all callouts and key work against your account, provide a consolidated VAT invoice at month end, and can break down by vehicle registration or cost centre if required.
What information do you need to set up a fleet account?
We need your company name and registered address, contact details for the fleet manager, a vehicle list (or we can build this at first key audit), and a signed account agreement. Setup typically takes one call and one initial visit to the main depot or office.