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Automotive Locksmith in Glendale, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile automotive locksmith service in Glendale, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle for lockouts, lost keys, and ignition problems. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a real locksmith.

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Car trouble rarely happens at a convenient time or place. In Glendale it might be the parking structure at the Glendale Galleria, a curb along Brand Boulevard after dinner, a driveway on a steep street in Verdugo Woodlands, or the shoulder near the SR-134 and SR-2 interchange. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we bring the tools and key-cutting equipment to wherever the vehicle is sitting. We have no storefront to tow your car to, and that is deliberate: the work happens at your vehicle.

Our automotive work covers the common emergencies and the less obvious ones. That includes lockouts, broken keys stuck in a door or ignition, lost-key situations where no spare exists, transponder and remote key programming, worn ignition cylinders, and trunk or glove box locks. We also serve motorcycles, RVs, work trucks and small business fleets. The company has been serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar.

We will not guess at what your vehicle needs over the phone and pretend it is simple. Modern keys vary a lot by make, model and year, and the right approach depends on what you actually have. We ask a few focused questions, explain the likely path, and then do the work in a way that protects your paint, weatherstripping and electronics.

How it works in Glendale

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us the make, model and year, where the vehicle is, and what happened: locked out, key lost, key broken, or the car will not start. Those details shape the tools we bring.

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    Confirm location and ownership

    Whether you are on a Glendale street, in a garage or at an office lot, we confirm where to meet you. Before opening or making a key, we ask for reasonable proof that the vehicle is yours, such as ID matching registration.

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    Entry without damage

    For lockouts we use professional entry tools designed to avoid scratching paint, bending door frames or tearing seals. We take care around side airbags and wiring inside the door.

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    Key cutting or programming

    If you need a new key, we identify the correct blank or fob and cut or program it on site. Some vehicles need a transponder or remote synced to the car, and we explain what is involved before starting.

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    Repair of locks and ignitions

    When a key will not turn, or a cylinder is worn or damaged, we assess whether it can be repaired or needs replacement and walk you through the choice.

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    Test and hand off

    We test every key in the door, trunk and ignition, check remote functions, and make sure the vehicle starts. You get working keys and a clear explanation of what was done.

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What affects the price

  • Type of service: a simple lockout is a different job from originating a key with no spare or replacing an ignition cylinder.
  • Vehicle make, model and year: many newer and European vehicles use more complex transponder, smart-key or high-security systems that take more time and equipment.
  • Key type needed: a basic metal key, a transponder key, a remote head key and a proximity fob all involve different parts and programming.
  • Time and location: after-hours, overnight and holiday calls, and harder-to-reach spots like hillside streets or deep parking structures, can affect the quote.
  • Number of keys or vehicles: fleet work or making multiple keys in one visit is handled differently than a single call.
  • Condition of existing locks: worn, damaged or previously tampered cylinders may need repair or replacement in addition to the key.

Why Glendale chooses us

  • Fully mobile, so the work is done at your vehicle with no tow to a shop required.
  • Serving Los Angeles area drivers since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work.
  • Available 24/7, which matters when a lockout happens late at night or on a weekend.
  • We cover cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call works for personal and business vehicles.
  • We explain the likely approach and what affects cost before work begins, with no pressure.
  • Care for the vehicle itself, using entry methods intended to avoid paint, seal and wiring damage.

Automotive Locksmith across Glendale

Glendale drivers park in very different places, and that shapes the calls we get. Around the Americana at Brand and the Glendale Galleria, structured parking and busy lots mean lockouts often happen while shopping or at dinner. Along Brand Boulevard, Central Avenue, Glenoaks Boulevard and Colorado Street, curbside lockouts and lost keys are common. Commuters on SR-134, SR-2 and I-5 sometimes call us when a key fails at a stop or after an errand.

Residential Glendale has its own patterns. In older neighborhoods like Rossmoyne and Adams Hill, with 1920s Spanish and Mediterranean Revival homes, narrow driveways and street parking are the norm, and we work comfortably at the curb. In Verdugo Woodlands, hillside driveways and winding streets near the Verdugo Mountains call for a technician who can set up safely on a slope. Glendale also has many apartments and condos, where residents often park in shared garages and may be unsure which space or level is easiest for us to reach.

We serve all Glendale ZIP codes, including 91201, 91202, 91203, 91204, 91205, 91206, 91207 and 91208. Whether you are near the Alex Theatre, visiting Forest Lawn Memorial Park, or at home, call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where your vehicle is.

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Automotive Locksmith in Glendale — FAQs

Do you really come to me anywhere in Glendale?
Yes. We are fully mobile and available 24/7. Call (323) 997-8867, tell us where the vehicle is, such as a Brand Boulevard curb, a Galleria garage or a Verdugo Woodlands driveway, and we will come to you.
Can you make a car key if I lost all of mine?
In most cases, yes. We can originate a key from your vehicle's information and program it if needed. We will ask for proof of ownership first, and the process depends on the vehicle's make, model and year.
Will opening my car door damage it?
Professional lockout tools are designed to avoid damage to paint, weatherstripping and internal wiring. We take extra care around door electronics and airbags.
Do you handle push-button start and smart key fobs?
Many of them, yes. Smart keys and proximity fobs vary a lot by manufacturer, so call (323) 997-8867 with your make, model and year and we will tell you what is realistic.
My key broke off in the ignition or door. Can that be fixed?
Usually. We can extract broken key pieces and then cut or program a replacement. Please avoid forcing the key, since that can push the piece deeper.
Do you work on motorcycles, RVs and work trucks?
Yes. We serve cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. Fleet managers in Glendale can call us about keys for multiple vehicles at once.
What do you need from me before you open or make a key?
We ask for identification and reasonable proof that the vehicle is yours, such as registration. This protects owners from theft and is a standard practice for responsible locksmiths.
How is the price determined?
It depends on the service, the vehicle, the type of key, the time and location, and the condition of the locks. We explain these factors up front. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your situation.
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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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