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Crenshaw Lock

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Automotive Locksmith in Arcadia, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Arcadia, California, including car lockouts, lost-key replacement, transponder and fob programming, and ignition repair, all done where your vehicle sits. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and we will talk through your situation.

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Getting locked out of a car in Arcadia rarely happens somewhere convenient. It might be the Westfield Santa Anita parking structure after a long afternoon, a street in Baldwin Stocker with no shade, or the lot at Methodist Hospital during a stressful night. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we bring the tools and key-cutting and programming equipment to you instead of asking you to arrange a tow.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business around automotive and residential work done on site. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. That includes opening locked vehicles, cutting keys from the vehicle's lock or code information, programming transponder keys and remotes, repairing worn or broken ignition cylinders, and extracting broken keys.

We are available 24 hours a day, every day. There is no storefront to visit, which is why the work happens at your car. If you are not sure whether your problem is a dead key battery, a worn key, or a failed ignition, call (323) 997-8867 and we will help you work out what is likely going on before anyone drives out.

How it works in Arcadia

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model and year, where the vehicle is parked, and what happened: keys locked inside, keys lost, a key that will not turn, or a fob that stopped working. Those details tell us what tools and key blanks to bring.

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    Confirm the vehicle is yours

    Before opening a car or making a key, we ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization, such as a registration and matching ID. This protects you, and it is a standard part of responsible automotive locksmith work.

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    Gain entry without damage

    For a lockout, we use professional entry methods designed to avoid scratching paint, bending door frames or damaging weather stripping. The approach depends on the vehicle, and we explain what we plan to do before starting.

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    Cut, program or repair on site

    If you need a replacement key, we cut it and program the transponder or remote at the vehicle. For ignition problems, we diagnose whether the cylinder, the key or the wafers are at fault, then repair or replace what is needed.

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    Test everything before we leave

    We test the key in the door, trunk and ignition, check that remote functions work, and confirm the car starts reliably. If a spare would help, we can discuss making one while we are already there.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model and year, since many newer vehicles need more involved key programming than older mechanical-key models.
  • Type of key involved: a basic metal key, a transponder key, a remote head key, or a smart proximity fob each take different blanks and equipment.
  • Whether you need entry only, a duplicate from an existing key, or a full replacement when every key is lost.
  • Time of day and the exact location, since after-hours and distant calls involve different logistics.
  • Extra work such as ignition cylinder repair, broken key extraction, or reprogramming existing keys to a new set.
  • Whether you are an individual driver or a fleet needing several vehicles handled in one visit.

Why Arcadia chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so your car never needs a tow just to get a key made.
  • Operating since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the technical work.
  • Available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • One company covering cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets rather than only standard passenger cars.
  • Honest diagnosis: if a dead key battery or a simple adjustment solves your issue, we will tell you instead of selling a bigger repair.
  • Residential and commercial expertise too, handy for Arcadia customers who also need home or business lock work.

Automotive Locksmith across Arcadia

Arcadia drivers spend a lot of time on I-210 (Foothill Fwy), SR-19 (Rosemead Blvd), Huntington Dr, Baldwin Ave and Santa Anita Ave, and lockouts tend to follow daily routines: shopping at Westfield Santa Anita, race days at Santa Anita Park, visits to the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, and shifts or appointments at Methodist Hospital of Southern California. Because we come to you, a parking lot, a driveway or a curbside spot all work.

We serve neighborhoods across the city, including Santa Anita, Highland Oaks, Upper Rancho, Lower Rancho, Baldwin Stocker and Peacock Village, and ZIP codes 91006, 91007, 91066 and 91077. Many Upper Rancho and Highland Oaks homes have been rebuilt as large custom estates with multi-car garages, so households there often have several vehicles and several keys to keep track of. Spare keys and programmed fobs can save a late-night call.

Condo and apartment residents near Santa Anita and Huntington Drive often deal with shared or tight parking, where a locked-out vehicle is more than an inconvenience. Our work is handled on site, and the same team can also help with home lock needs, such as an after-hours lockout or a rekey on move-in. Whether you live in Arcadia or are just passing through, call (323) 997-8867.

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Automotive Locksmith in Arcadia — FAQs

Do you serve all of Arcadia?
Yes. We are mobile and serve Arcadia neighborhoods such as Santa Anita, Highland Oaks, Upper Rancho, Lower Rancho, Baldwin Stocker and Peacock Village. Call (323) 997-8867 with your location.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes, we operate 24 hours a day, every day. Call (323) 997-8867 whenever you are locked out or have lost your keys.
Can you make a key if I have lost all of mine?
In most cases, yes. We can typically cut and program a new key at your vehicle after verifying ownership. The exact process depends on the vehicle and key type.
Will opening my car damage it?
Our entry methods are chosen to avoid damage to paint, door frames and seals. We explain the approach for your vehicle before we begin.
Do I need a tow to get a new key?
Usually not. Because we are fully mobile, we bring the equipment to your car in Arcadia, which often avoids the cost and hassle of towing to a dealer.
Can you program a key fob or remote?
Yes, we program transponder keys, remote head keys and many fobs on site. Calling (323) 997-8867 with your make, model and year helps us confirm what is needed.
Do you work on motorcycles, RVs and fleets?
Yes. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles, including multiple vehicles in a single visit.
What proof of ownership will you ask for?
We typically ask for matching ID and registration or other documentation showing you are authorized to access the vehicle. This keeps your car secure.
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Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-12.

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