Car Lockout in Granada Hills · 24/7 mobile
Car Lockout Service in Granada Hills, California
Locked your keys in the car in Granada Hills? Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile car lockout service, coming to you with damage-free unlocking tools. We have no storefront, because we work at your vehicle. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and describe where you're parked.
- Mobile to your Granada Hills location
- Available 24/7
- Price quoted before we start

A car lockout never happens at a convenient moment. In Granada Hills it tends to happen in the parking lot at a Balboa Blvd shopping center, outside a school event at Granada Hills Charter High School, at a trailhead near O'Melveny Park, or in your own driveway when the keys are sitting on the seat and the door has just clicked shut. Whatever the setting, the goal is the same: get you back into your vehicle without scratched paint, bent door frames, or a damaged weatherstrip.
Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile. There is no shop to drive to and no need to arrange a tow just to reach a locksmith. We bring the tools to the car, whether it is parked on a quiet residential street in Knollwood or along a busy stretch of Devonshire St or Rinaldi St.
This page explains how a lockout call works, what affects the cost, and what to think about before you call. We do not publish a flat price here, because the right answer depends on your vehicle and your situation. We would rather be straightforward about that than promise a number we cannot stand behind.
How it works in Granada Hills
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You call and tell us where you are
Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour. Tell us the make, model, and year of the vehicle, the street or cross streets, and whether the keys are inside the cabin or the trunk. Landmarks help: a store on Balboa Blvd, a school lot, or a trailhead gate all give us a quick picture.
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We confirm the situation and who you are
Before we open anything, we ask you to show that the car is yours, typically with ID and registration or other proof of ownership. This protects you and protects the vehicle's real owner. If a child or pet is inside, or it is very hot, tell us right away so we can prioritize.
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We choose the least invasive method
Vehicles differ in door design, window seals, and lock mechanisms. We select the approach that fits your car and avoids damage to the paint, glass, and electronics. We do not force doors or use a slim-jim approach on cars where airbags or wiring sit inside the door.
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We unlock the vehicle and check it
Once the door is open, we check that the locks, handle, and weatherstripping work normally. You can retrieve your keys, and we confirm everything closes and latches properly.
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We talk through what comes next
If your keys are lost rather than locked inside, we can discuss key replacement options for your vehicle. If you simply want a spare so this does not repeat, we can talk about that too. No pressure either way.
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What affects the price
- Time of day and day of week, since late-night, weekend, and holiday calls are handled around the clock but may be priced differently from daytime calls.
- Your vehicle's make, model, and year, because some newer cars with advanced door and security systems take more care than older vehicles.
- Where the car is parked, including whether we are reaching a foothill street, a hillside driveway, or a multi-level parking structure.
- Whether the keys are in the cabin or the trunk, which can change the method and the time involved.
- Whether you also need a replacement or spare key made, which is a separate service from the unlock itself.
Why Granada Hills chooses us
- Fully mobile, so help comes to your car in Granada Hills rather than expecting you to find a shop.
- In business since 1987, with owner and lead technician David Shar involved in the work.
- Available 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with no claim of a specific arrival time that we cannot guarantee.
- Damage-free methods chosen for your vehicle, rather than one forceful technique used on every car.
- Ownership verification on every call, which keeps our service honest and protects drivers.
- Familiar with the Northern Valley, from the Ronald Reagan Fwy corridor to the foothill streets near Bee Canyon.
Car Lockout across Granada Hills
Granada Hills sits in the northern San Fernando Valley, bordered by the foothills and cut by Balboa Blvd, Zelzah Ave, Hayvenhurst Ave, and Chatsworth St. Drivers here move between the I-405, the Ronald Reagan Fwy (SR-118), and Sepulveda Blvd, and lockouts happen all across that map. In Old Granada Hills along Chatsworth St, it is often someone stepping out at a shop or restaurant. In Knollwood, near the Knollwood Country Club, it is more likely a driveway or a curb on a residential street.
In the Balboa Highlands tract, known for its Joseph Eichler mid-century modern homes, many carports and driveways are open and visible, but the gated feel and winding streets mean clear directions help. If you are in ZIP code 91344, tell us the cross streets and any gate details when you call. The same goes for 91394, where addresses can be near the edge of the neighborhood and a nearby major road is the best reference point.
Near O'Melveny Park, the second-largest park in the City of Los Angeles, hikers sometimes lock keys in the car before heading up the trail, and cell service on the foothills can be uneven. If you can, move to a spot with signal and call (323) 997-8867. We will talk through your location and get to you. We are mobile only, so there is no storefront to visit; we come to wherever your car is parked.
- Old Granada Hills (Chatsworth St district)
- Balboa Highlands (Eichler tract)
- Knollwood
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Other Granada Hills locksmith services
Access ControlInstall keypad, card and fob access-control systems for business entrances.
Automotive LocksmithMobile auto locksmith for cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets.
Broken Key ExtractionKey snapped in a lock or ignition? We extract the piece and cut a replacement.
Business LockoutLocked out of a store, office or commercial building? Rapid commercial entry.
Car Key ReplacementReplace lost or broken car keys — cut and programmed on site, even with no original.
Commercial Door HardwareRepair and replace storefront, aluminum-frame and mortise door hardware.
Commercial LocksmithBusiness locksmith for offices, stores, warehouses and industrial sites.
Deadbolt InstallationAdd or replace single- and double-cylinder deadbolts for stronger doors.
Door Closer RepairRepair, adjust and replace hydraulic door closers on commercial doors.
Emergency Locksmith24/7 emergency dispatch for lockouts and urgent lock failures across Greater LA.
Gate Lock RepairRepair and install gate locks and latches, including keypad and smart gate locks.
High Security LocksInstall pick-, bump- and drill-resistant high-security locks and keys.
House LockoutLocked out of a house, apartment or condo? Damage-free entry on location.
Ignition RepairRepair or replace ignition cylinders and fix keys that won't turn.
Key DuplicationCut and copy house, office, mailbox and restricted keys on location.
Key Fob ReplacementReplace and program remote key fobs and smart/proximity keys.
Lock InstallationInstall new locks on new doors or where none existed before.
Lock RekeyingRekey existing locks so old keys stop working — ideal after a move or sale.
Lock RepairFix sticking, jammed, loose or misaligned locks, deadbolts and latches.
Lock ReplacementSwap worn, damaged or outdated locks for new hardware keyed to your needs.
Mailbox Lock ReplacementReplace and rekey residential, cluster and community mailbox locks.
Master Key SystemDesign and install master-key and restricted-key systems with key control.
Panic Bar InstallationInstall and repair panic bars, exit devices and emergency-exit hardware.
Residential LocksmithFull home locksmith service — rekeys, replacements, repairs and upgrades.
Safe LocksmithOpen, repair and service home and commercial safes; change combinations.
Smart Lock InstallationInstall, set up and troubleshoot smart, keyless and keypad locks.
Transponder Key ProgrammingProgram chip/transponder keys to your vehicle's immobilizer.
See all of our Granada Hills services, or our citywide car lockout page.
Car Lockout in Granada Hills — FAQs
Can you unlock my car at any hour in Granada Hills?
Will unlocking damage my car?
Do I need to prove the car is mine?
What if my keys are locked in the trunk?
Do you have a shop I can come to?
How much does a car lockout cost?
Can you make a new key if I lost mine?
What should I do if a child or pet is locked inside?
Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician
Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.
Last updated 2026-10-12.