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Automotive Locksmith in Claremont, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Claremont, California: car lockouts, lost or broken keys, transponder and fob programming, and ignition repair, all done where your vehicle sits. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and we come to you.

  • Mobile to your Claremont location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A locked car or a missing key never picks a convenient moment. In Claremont it might happen in a Village parking spot off Yale Avenue after dinner, in a lot at one of The Claremont Colleges after a late lab session, or at a trailhead near Claremont Hills Wilderness Park when you return from a hike. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we bring the tools to your vehicle rather than asking you to tow it anywhere.

We have served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the company on practical, honest automotive work. That covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles. Whether it is a straightforward unlock, a key that snapped in the door, or a replacement key for a vehicle with an immobilizer, we explain what is needed before work begins.

We are available around the clock, every day. We do not have a storefront for you to visit; the whole service happens at your location in Claremont, and we make no promises about arrival timing over the phone beyond being straight with you about what we can do when you call.

How it works in Claremont

  1. 1

    You call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where the vehicle is, its make, model and year, and what happened: locked out, lost key, broken key, or a car that will not start. Those details tell us what tools and key blanks the job may need.

  2. 2

    We confirm the vehicle and your ownership

    Before we unlock or cut anything, we check that the vehicle is yours or that you are authorized to access it. Registration, an ID, or other reasonable proof is part of doing this responsibly.

  3. 3

    We assess the lock, key and ignition system

    Once on site, we look at what you actually have: a basic mechanical key, a transponder key, a smart key, or a push-button start system. This determines whether the fix is an unlock, a key cut, programming, or ignition work.

  4. 4

    We do the work at your vehicle

    Unlocking is done with methods meant to avoid damage to paint, weather stripping and door mechanisms. For replacement keys, we cut and program on site so you are not left waiting on a tow or a dealership visit.

  5. 5

    We test everything before we leave

    We try the new or repaired key in the door, trunk and ignition, confirm the vehicle starts, and check that remote functions behave as they should. You get a clear explanation of what was done.

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What affects the price

  • The type of key involved: a basic mechanical key, a transponder key, a remote head key, or a smart key each need different blanks and programming.
  • Whether this is a lockout or a key replacement, since a simple unlock is a different job from originating a new key with no existing copy.
  • The make, model and year of the vehicle, because some manufacturers require more involved programming procedures.
  • Whether ignition or door lock hardware is damaged or worn and needs repair or replacement, not just a key.
  • The time of day and the vehicle's location, since we work 24/7 and some after-hours or hard-to-reach situations take more effort.
  • Whether it is a single vehicle or several, such as a small fleet needing multiple keys or lock services.

Why Claremont chooses us

  • Fully mobile: every job is done at your vehicle in Claremont, with no storefront and no need to tow the car first.
  • In business since 1987, with David Shar leading the work and setting the standard for how it is done.
  • Service for more than passenger cars: trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles are all part of what we handle.
  • Available 24/7, which matters in a college city where late nights, early departures and odd hours are normal.
  • Plain explanations of what the job involves before we start, with pricing discussed in terms of the factors that affect it, not vague promises.
  • Careful, low-damage unlocking and a final test of keys and remotes before we consider the job finished.

Automotive Locksmith across Claremont

Claremont is a tree-lined, education-centered city at the eastern edge of Los Angeles County, and the way people park and drive here shapes the calls we get. Around Claremont Village and Yale Avenue, street and lot parking means lockouts tend to happen at the curb or behind shops and restaurants. On and around The Claremont Colleges, which include Pomona, Harvey Mudd, Scripps, Claremont McKenna and Pitzer, students, staff and visitors park in campus lots and nearby streets, and a lost key or dead fob can come at any hour.

North Claremont and the hillside Claraboya area add driveways, steep streets and homes where cars sit in garages or on slopes, and trailheads near Claremont Hills Wilderness Park bring hikers who return to find keys locked inside. Visitors to the California Botanic Garden can run into the same trouble in a parking lot. We work across ZIP code 91711 and come to wherever the vehicle is.

Because Claremont sits beside Interstate 10 and SR-210, plus Foothill Blvd, Indian Hill Blvd, Base Line Rd, Towne Ave and Mills Ave, many people are commuting through or stopping briefly. If you are stuck near any of these roads, call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the nearest cross street; we will take it from there.

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Automotive Locksmith in Claremont — FAQs

Do you come to me in Claremont, or do I need to bring the car somewhere?
We come to you. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront, so we handle the job where your vehicle is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 and give us your location.
Can you make a new car key if I have lost all my keys?
In many cases yes. We can cut and program a replacement on site for many vehicles, though it depends on the make, model and year. Call (323) 997-8867 with the vehicle details and we can tell you what is likely involved.
Will unlocking my car damage it?
We use methods intended to avoid damage to paint, door seals and lock mechanisms. Every vehicle is different, and we explain what we plan to do before we start.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. That includes late nights near The Claremont Colleges and evenings around Claremont Village.
What affects the cost of automotive locksmith service?
Mainly the key type, whether it is a lockout or a replacement, the vehicle's make and year, any damaged hardware, and the time and location. We do not quote numbers on this page, but call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through your situation.
Do you work on motorcycles, trucks, RVs and fleets?
Yes. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles.
What if my key broke off in the door or ignition?
We can extract the broken piece and, if needed, cut a replacement key. Try not to force the key or the lock, since that can make the damage worse.
Do I need to prove the car is mine?
Yes. We will ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization, such as ID and registration. It protects you and is a standard part of responsible locksmith work.
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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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