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Automotive Locksmith in Covina, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Covina, California. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle for lockouts, lost keys, transponder keys and ignition problems. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, any day, and describe your vehicle and location.

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A car problem rarely picks a convenient moment. In Covina it might be a locked door in a parking space off Citrus Ave after dinner downtown, a lost key in the lot at the Covina Metrolink station, or a fob that quits in a driveway in Covina Hills on a morning you have to be somewhere. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so the workshop comes to the vehicle. There is no storefront to visit; we meet you where the car is.

Our automotive work covers the everyday and the awkward: opening locked vehicles without damage, cutting and programming keys when every original is gone, replacing worn or broken keys, helping with ignition cylinders that stick or turn too easily, and servicing trucks, motorcycles, RVs and small business fleets. David Shar has led the company since 1987, and that history spans decades of changing lock and key technology, from simple metal keys to transponder chips and push-button systems.

We would rather be straightforward than flashy. When you call (323) 997-8867, we ask about the make, model, year and what has happened, then explain what the job will likely involve and what affects the price. Some situations are quick. Others, like an all-keys-lost modern vehicle, take more time and equipment, and we will tell you so before work begins.

How it works in Covina

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    You call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the vehicle's make, model and approximate year, where it is parked, and what happened: locked out, key lost, key broken, or fob not working. This lets us bring the right tools and key blanks. We are available 24/7, including nights and holidays.

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    We confirm who you are and that the vehicle is yours

    Before opening or making a key, we ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization, such as a registration and matching ID. It is a routine step that protects you, and it is a standard practice for any responsible locksmith.

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    We come to your location

    We are fully mobile, so we travel to your car, whether that is a driveway in Charter Oak, a street spot near Heritage Plaza, a work lot along Arrow Hwy or the roadside near an I-10 on-ramp. We give you an honest explanation of the job and its cost factors before starting.

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    We do the work with care for the vehicle

    For a lockout we use methods designed to avoid scratches to paint, weatherstripping and door electronics. For keys, we cut and program on site where the vehicle allows, and we test the key in the door, ignition and any remote functions before we call the job done.

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    We test, review and leave you ready to go

    We check that every function works, hand over the keys, and tell you what to do about spares. We often suggest having a second key made, because duplicating an existing key is generally simpler than starting over from nothing.

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What affects the price

  • The type of vehicle: older mechanical-key cars, transponder-key vehicles and push-button smart-key systems involve very different tools, time and parts.
  • Whether you have a working key to copy or all keys are lost, since creating a key from scratch takes more steps than duplicating one.
  • The kind of key or fob needed, such as a basic metal key, a chip key, a flip key or a proximity fob, and whether it is original equipment or an aftermarket alternative.
  • The situation and location: a simple lockout differs from an ignition repair, and travel distance within our service area, time of day and difficult access can affect the job.
  • Whether additional work is needed, such as replacing a damaged ignition cylinder, repairing a door lock, or servicing several vehicles for a fleet.

Why Covina chooses us

  • Fully mobile, 24/7 service. There is no shop to drive to, which matters most when you are locked out or stranded.
  • Operating since 1987 under owner and lead technician David Shar, with long experience across older and newer lock and key systems.
  • Coverage across vehicle types: cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call can handle a household and a small business.
  • Plain explanations before work begins, including what drives the price, so there are no surprises when the job is finished.
  • Damage-conscious methods, with ownership verification as a normal step, because protecting your vehicle and your security is part of the job.

Automotive Locksmith across Covina

Covina is an established San Gabriel Valley city, and driving is part of daily life here. People commute along the I-10 (San Bernardino Freeway), run errands on Azusa Ave, Grand Ave and Badillo St, and head into historic Downtown Covina along Citrus Ave for dinner or a show at the Covina Center for the Performing Arts. Cars get locked, keys get lost, and fobs fail in all of those places, and we can reach them across the city.

We serve all of Covina, including Downtown Covina, Charter Oak (91724) and the larger-lot homes of Covina Hills to the south. Residents in 91722, 91723 and 91724 often call when a car is parked at a driveway, an apartment lot or on a street where waiting for a ride is inconvenient. Commuters who take the Metrolink San Bernardino Line sometimes leave a vehicle at the station for a full day, and a lost key on return is a stressful problem we can solve on site.

Because our work is mobile, we can also help business owners near San Bernardino Rd and Arrow Hwy with work trucks or small fleets, and we handle the lock work on the buildings behind them when needed. Call (323) 997-8867, tell us which part of Covina you are in, and we will head your way.

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Automotive Locksmith in Covina — FAQs

Do you offer automotive locksmith service in Covina at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867, and we will ask about your vehicle and location so we can come prepared.
Can you make a new car key if I have lost every key?
In most cases yes. We can cut and program replacement keys on site for many vehicles, even when no original key is available. Call (323) 997-8867 with your make, model and year, and we will tell you what the job involves.
Will opening my locked car damage the door or paint?
We use methods designed to avoid damage to paint, seals and door electronics. Every vehicle is different, and we will explain our approach before we begin.
Do you come to me, or do I have to bring the car somewhere?
We come to you. We are fully mobile and have no storefront. Whether you are in Downtown Covina, Charter Oak, Covina Hills or a parking lot near the Metrolink station, we travel to the vehicle.
What do I need to show to prove the car is mine?
We typically ask for a valid ID and proof of ownership or authorization, such as registration or insurance that matches. This is a standard safeguard for the vehicle owner.
Can you work on motorcycles, trucks and RVs?
Yes. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. Let us know the vehicle type when you call (323) 997-8867 so we can plan the right tools.
How is the price of a car key replacement determined?
It depends on the vehicle, the type of key or fob, whether a working key exists to copy, the time and location, and any extra repair work. We explain these factors before starting.
Do you service business fleets in Covina?
Yes. We can help small businesses with multiple vehicles, including key duplication, lockouts and ignition problems. Call to talk through the number and type of vehicles you manage.
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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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