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Automotive Locksmith in El Segundo · 24/7 mobile

Automotive Locksmith in El Segundo, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in El Segundo, California. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle for lockouts, key replacement, fobs and ignition problems. We have no storefront, so we work where you are. Call (323) 997-8867.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Car trouble in El Segundo rarely happens at a convenient time. Maybe you are leaving a shift near the Los Angeles Air Force Base, coming out of a practice at the Toyota Sports Performance Center, or loading groceries at The Point when you realize the keys are still inside. Crenshaw Lock Company is a fully mobile locksmith, so we bring the tools and key-cutting equipment to wherever the vehicle is parked. Nothing here requires a tow or a trip to a shop.

Our automotive work covers the usual lockouts, lost or broken keys, transponder keys, key fobs, damaged ignitions and trunk or door lock repairs. We also handle motorcycles, RVs, work trucks and small business fleets. Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on straightforward service and clear communication.

El Segundo is a compact city with a very mixed set of vehicles. Employees at corporate and aerospace campuses park in large lots all day, residents on the west side keep cars on narrow street grids and in older garages, and Smoky Hollow businesses run vans and service vehicles. Each situation calls for a slightly different approach, and we plan the job around where you are and what you drive.

How it works in El Segundo

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    You call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us the make, model and year, where the vehicle is parked, and whether it is a lockout, a lost key, a broken key or an ignition problem. These details let us bring the right equipment on the first trip.

  2. 2

    We confirm the details and the price factors

    Before work begins we explain what the job involves and what affects the cost, so you are not surprised later. If the situation changes once we see the vehicle, we tell you before going further.

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    We travel to your vehicle

    We are fully mobile, so we come to a parking structure at a campus, a curb in the West Side residential grid, a lot in Smoky Hollow, or a spot along Main Street. There is no shop to visit.

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    We verify ownership

    For your protection and ours, we ask for proof that the vehicle is yours, such as ID and registration or other documentation. This applies to every automotive job, and it is a normal part of reputable locksmith work.

  5. 5

    We do the work with minimal damage

    For lockouts we use professional entry methods designed to protect paint, weatherstripping and electronics. For keys and fobs, we cut and program on site where the vehicle allows, and test everything before we finish.

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    We test and hand over

    We check that the key starts the vehicle, that the doors lock and unlock, and that any fob functions work. You leave with working keys and a clear understanding of what was done.

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What affects the price

  • The type of job: a simple lockout is a different task from cutting and programming a new transponder key or repairing a worn ignition.
  • Vehicle make, model and year, since many newer vehicles use encrypted keys and fobs that require specialized programming equipment.
  • Whether you still have a working key to copy, or all keys are lost and a new key must be created from the vehicle itself.
  • The time of day and the location, because after-hours and late-night calls involve different scheduling than daytime work.
  • Vehicle type, such as a motorcycle, RV, work truck or fleet unit, each of which may need special tools or multiple keys.
  • Parts needed, such as a replacement fob shell, a new ignition cylinder, or a repaired door lock mechanism.

Why El Segundo chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a late-night lockout near the Chevron refinery or an early shift at a corporate campus gets the same attention.
  • In business since 1987, with David Shar as owner and lead technician, so experience is not just a marketing line.
  • We service cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, which suits El Segundo's mix of commuters, contractors and businesses.
  • No storefront means no overhead pushed onto you, and we do the work at your vehicle instead of asking you to bring it in.
  • We explain price factors upfront and never quote a number we cannot support once we see the job.
  • We always verify ownership before making a key, which protects you from someone else getting into your vehicle.

Automotive Locksmith across El Segundo

El Segundo is a small city with a lot going on. In the West Side residential grid, west of Sepulveda Boulevard, cars are often parked on the street in front of 1920s to 1940s bungalows or in older, narrow garages. A lockout there is usually a simple curbside job, and we can reach it without disrupting the neighborhood. Downtown and Main Street bring a different pattern, with restaurants, shops and the Old Town Music Hall drawing visitors who sometimes lose or lock keys in their cars after an evening out.

East of Sepulveda, the picture changes to large corporate and aerospace campuses, Mattel headquarters, and the light-industrial and creative businesses of Smoky Hollow. Fleet vans, service trucks and employee vehicles all rely on keys and fobs that get lost, broken or left behind. We can help a business with a single locked-out vehicle or with duplicate keys across several units. Whether you are in ZIP code 90245 near the Los Angeles Air Force Base or parked near the Automobile Driving Museum, we come to you.

Getting around is straightforward thanks to I-105, Imperial Highway, Rosecrans Avenue, El Segundo Boulevard and Aviation Boulevard. If you break down or get locked out along Sepulveda Boulevard, give us your cross street or a nearby landmark when you call (323) 997-8867 and we will find you.

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Automotive Locksmith in El Segundo — FAQs

Do you really come to me anywhere in El Segundo?
Yes. We are fully mobile with no storefront. Whether you are on the West Side grid, in Smoky Hollow, on Main Street or in a corporate parking lot, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to your vehicle.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. Lockouts and lost keys do not keep business hours, so neither do we. Call (323) 997-8867 at any time.
Can you make a new key if I lost all my keys?
In most cases, yes. We can create a new key for many vehicles even when no working key exists. It usually takes longer than copying an existing key, and we verify ownership first. Call (323) 997-8867 with your vehicle details.
Will unlocking my car damage it?
Professional lockout methods are designed to avoid damage to paint, seals and electronics. We choose the approach that fits your vehicle's design and explain it if there are any risks.
Do you work on motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles?
Yes. We service cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. For businesses in Smoky Hollow or nearby campuses, we can help with multiple vehicles and duplicate keys.
What proof of ownership do you need?
We typically ask for a photo ID and registration, insurance or other documentation tying you to the vehicle. This is standard practice for responsible locksmiths and protects you from theft.
How much will it cost?
The price depends on the job type, vehicle, key technology, time of day and parts needed. We explain these factors before starting so you can make an informed choice.
What if my key fob stopped working?
Sometimes the fix is a battery or shell replacement, and sometimes the fob needs reprogramming or replacement. We can diagnose it at your vehicle. Reach us at (323) 997-8867.
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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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