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Car Lockout Service in Chatsworth, California

Locked out of your car in Chatsworth? Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile car lockout service, coming to you with damage-free unlocking tools for cars, trucks, and vans. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, and describe your vehicle and exact location so we can help.

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A car lockout never picks a convenient moment. In Chatsworth it might happen at a trailhead near Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, in a lot beside Stoney Point Park after a climb, on a commuter's morning at the Chatsworth Transportation Center, or at the loading dock of a warehouse off Lassen Street. Keys on the seat, in the trunk, or inside a locked car with the engine off all lead to the same stuck feeling, and we get it.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business around being mobile. We have no storefront for you to travel to. Our work comes to wherever your vehicle is parked, at any hour, every day of the year.

The goal of a lockout call is simple: get you back into your vehicle without scratching paint, bending door frames, tearing weatherstripping, or setting off new problems. We use purpose-made entry tools and techniques rather than anything forced, and we explain what we are doing as we go. If the real issue is a lost key, a failing fob, or a worn ignition, we can talk through those options as well.

How it works in Chatsworth

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    Call and describe the situation

    Phone (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model, and approximate year of the vehicle, where it is parked, and whether keys are inside the cabin or trunk. Mention if a child or pet is inside, as that changes how we prioritize the call.

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    Confirm your location and identity

    Chatsworth spans residential streets, equestrian lots, trailheads, and industrial parks, so we pin down exactly where you are, such as a cross street on Devonshire or a specific business address. We will also ask you to show that the vehicle is yours before we open it.

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    Assess the vehicle and the lock

    On arrival we look at the door, window seals, and lock type. Some vehicles have manual locks, others power locks, and many have electronics that call for a more careful approach. This lets us choose the least invasive method.

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    Unlock without damage

    We use professional entry tools designed to protect glass, paint, and wiring. The aim is for the vehicle to look and function exactly as it did before the lockout.

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    Check function and talk through next steps

    Once open, we confirm doors and locks operate normally. If your only key was the one locked inside, or the key seems worn, we can discuss spare-key options so a repeat lockout is less likely.

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What affects the price

  • Time of day: late-night, weekend, and holiday calls can be priced differently from daytime calls, and we will explain this when you phone.
  • Vehicle type: some newer vehicles with more complex locking and security systems take more care than older models with simple door locks.
  • Location and access: a vehicle on a quiet street is different from one in a gated equestrian property, a hillside turnout, or a warehouse lot where access takes extra coordination.
  • Where the keys are: keys locked in the cabin versus the trunk can change the method and the time involved.
  • Additional services: if you also need a spare key made or a worn lock repaired, those are separate from the lockout itself.
  • Travel distance: because we are fully mobile, how far we travel to reach your part of Chatsworth can factor into the quote.

Why Chatsworth chooses us

  • Fully mobile by design: there is no shop to visit, and we come to your car anywhere in Chatsworth, including trailhead lots and rural roads.
  • In business since 1987: decades of Los Angeles area work means we have handled nearly every kind of lockout situation.
  • 24/7 availability: we answer for early commuters, late-night workers, and weekend hikers alike.
  • Damage-free approach: we prioritize methods that protect your paint, weatherstripping, and door electronics.
  • Owner-led: David Shar leads the business, so standards are set by someone with a personal stake in the work.
  • Broader lock knowledge: if your lockout reveals a worn key or ignition, or you also need home, barn, or commercial lock help, one company can handle it.

Car Lockout across Chatsworth

Chatsworth sits in the northwest corner of the San Fernando Valley, backing onto the Santa Susana Mountains, and its driving patterns are distinctive. In the Indian Hills and Santa Susana Pass area, residents and visitors park along winding roads and at trailheads, where a quick step out of the car can end with keys left behind. Hikers visiting Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park or Stoney Point Park, a Historic-Cultural Monument, often park well away from other people, and phone service and daylight may be limited, so a mobile locksmith that works around the clock is especially useful.

Down in the Chatsworth industrial and business district around Canoga Avenue, Prairie Street, and Lassen Street, the lockout calls look different. Delivery drivers, warehouse staff, and fleet users deal with vans and trucks, long shifts, and busy docks. Commuters leaving vehicles near the Chatsworth Transportation Center for Metrolink or Amtrak can also find themselves locked out before an early train. We reach drivers in ZIP codes 91311 and 91313, including those along Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Devonshire Street, Nordhoff Street, and the Ronald Reagan Freeway corridor.

In the equestrian horsekeeping district, many properties have long driveways, gates, and barns, and vehicles are often parked near trailers or tack rooms. If you are locked out of your truck at a gated property, tell us about the gate when you call so we can plan access. Since the same trip sometimes reveals a sticking barn padlock or an aging gate lock, we are glad to help with those too, though the lockout comes first.

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Car Lockout in Chatsworth — FAQs

Do you offer car lockout service 24 hours a day in Chatsworth?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour and we will take your details and get to work on reaching you.
Will unlocking my car damage it?
Our approach is built around avoiding damage. We use professional tools made for vehicle entry rather than forcing doors or glass, and we check that locks and doors work normally afterward.
Can you help if my keys are in the trunk?
Often, yes. The method depends on the vehicle, so tell us the make, model, and year when you call (323) 997-8867 and we will explain what to expect.
I am at a trailhead near Santa Susana Pass. Can you still reach me?
We are mobile and come to your vehicle. Give us the most precise location you can, such as the road name, nearest landmark, or a dropped pin, so we can find you.
Do I need to prove the car is mine?
Yes. We ask for identification and some proof of ownership or authorization before opening a vehicle. This protects you and is a standard practice for responsible locksmiths.
Is there a shop I can go to instead?
No, we are a mobile-only business with no storefront. All of our service happens at your location, which is useful when your car is the thing you cannot move.
How is the price of a lockout determined?
It depends on factors like time of day, vehicle type, location, and where the keys are. We do not quote numbers on this page, but you can describe your situation at (323) 997-8867 and we will explain how pricing works.
Can you also make a spare key so this does not happen again?
Depending on your vehicle, we can often discuss spare-key options once you are back in the car. It is a good idea to ask during your lockout call so we can plan accordingly.
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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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