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Ignition Repair in Hidden Hills, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile ignition repair in Hidden Hills, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We repair or replace worn ignition cylinders and fix keys that won't turn, right at your estate or stable. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a technician.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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An ignition that sticks, grinds, or refuses to turn the key is a problem that rarely picks a convenient moment. In Hidden Hills, it might happen in a long private driveway off Long Valley Road, beside a horse trailer near the barn, or in the garage of a guest house where a second or third vehicle has sat for months. Whatever the setting, the car is not going anywhere until the ignition is dealt with, and towing a vehicle out of a guard-gated community just to reach a shop is a hassle most owners would happily skip.

Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile. We have no storefront for you to visit; the work happens where the vehicle is parked. Owner and lead technician David Shar has been in the trade since 1987, and we serve Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County around the clock. For ignition repair that means we come to you, look at the cylinder and key, and explain whether a repair or a replacement makes more sense before any work begins.

Ignition trouble usually has a mechanical cause: a worn key, a cylinder whose internal wafers have rounded off, a steering column lock that binds, or debris and dust that builds up in vehicles used around stables and dirt trails. Sometimes it is a sign someone tried to force the car. We look at the whole picture so you are not paying to fix a symptom while the cause stays in place.

How it works in Hidden Hills

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    Call and describe what the key is doing

    Phone (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us the make, model, and year, and what happens when you try the key: does it go in but not turn, turn partway, spin freely, or stick in place? Those details help us plan the right tools before we drive out.

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    Arrange access through the gate

    Hidden Hills is guard-gated, with manned entries on Long Valley Road and Spring Valley Road. We coordinate with you so the gate has our name and the address, and we can reach the vehicle without delay at the entry.

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    Inspect the key, cylinder, and steering lock

    On site, we check whether the key is worn, whether the cylinder is damaged or gummed up, and whether the steering column lock is binding. Sometimes a worn key is the real culprit and the cylinder is perfectly fine.

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    Repair or replace the cylinder

    If the cylinder can be cleaned, adjusted, or repaired, we do that. If it is worn or damaged beyond reliable use, we replace it and match it to a key that works smoothly. We explain the options before proceeding.

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    Cut and test the keys

    We cut working keys and test them in the ignition, doors, and any other locks on the vehicle that share the key. Where the vehicle uses a transponder or chip, we confirm the car recognizes the key before we call the job finished.

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    Final check and handoff

    We start the vehicle, turn the key through every position several times, and confirm the steering wheel locks and releases properly. You get the keys in hand and a clear explanation of what was done.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model, and year, since some ignition assemblies are simple and others are integrated with anti-theft and immobilizer systems.
  • Whether the existing cylinder can be repaired or must be fully replaced.
  • Key type: a basic cut key costs differently than a transponder or smart key that must be programmed to the vehicle.
  • Whether the vehicle has been forced or tampered with, which can damage the steering column lock or surrounding parts.
  • The time of day or night of the call, since we are available 24/7 and after-hours work is priced differently.
  • How many keys you need cut or programmed, including spares for household staff or other drivers.

Why Hidden Hills chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: the repair is done at your estate, barn, or driveway, with no need to tow a vehicle out of the community.
  • Over three decades in the trade, led by owner David Shar, so you are not dealing with a call center relaying messages.
  • We tell you whether the problem is the key, the cylinder, or the steering lock before replacing anything, rather than defaulting to the costlier part.
  • Familiarity with gated-community logistics, including coordinating arrival through the manned entry gates.
  • We can handle the rest of the property too, from smart locks and driveway gate hardware to barn and tack-room padlocks, so one visit can cover several needs.
  • Available around the clock, including nights and weekends, without making timing promises we cannot back up.

Ignition Repair across Hidden Hills

Hidden Hills, ZIP 91302, is a small guard-gated city of large, mostly one-acre-plus properties tucked beside Calabasas and just off the US-101 Ventura Freeway. Vehicles here tend to live in long driveways, multi-car garages, and sometimes beside barns, which means a stuck ignition can strand a car well away from the street. Because we are mobile, we come to the car instead of asking you to move it.

We work across the community, from the Long Valley Road area and the Spring Valley Road area to the Round Meadow area near Round Meadow Elementary School. Entry is controlled by the manned gates, so we recommend letting the gate know to expect us. Once inside, we go straight to the vehicle, whether it sits in a garage, along a private road, or near the trailhead of the equestrian trail network.

Use around horse properties brings its own wear. Dust, hay chaff, and moisture can work into key cylinders on trucks and utility vehicles that see daily barn duty, and older keys get worn from years on heavy key rings. Many estates also have newer vehicles with transponder keys alongside older trucks with simple mechanical ignitions, and we are comfortable with both. If you also want a second set of eyes on a failing smart lock, a driveway gate, or corroded barn padlocks while we are there, just ask.

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Ignition Repair in Hidden Hills — FAQs

Do you come to me in Hidden Hills, or do I need to bring the car in?
We come to you. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront, so ignition repair happens at your home, barn, or wherever the vehicle is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 to get started.
My key goes in but won't turn. Is the ignition broken?
Not always. A worn key, a binding steering wheel lock, or a dirty cylinder can all cause this. Try gently turning the wheel while turning the key. If that does not help, call us and we will diagnose the real cause before replacing anything.
Can you repair an ignition instead of replacing it?
Sometimes. If the cylinder is gummed up or only mildly worn, cleaning and adjustment can be enough. If internal parts are badly worn or damaged, replacement is the more reliable fix. We explain which applies before work begins.
How do you get through the Hidden Hills gates?
Let the manned entry on Long Valley Road or Spring Valley Road know we are expected and give them the address. Having your name on the list helps avoid delays. If you have questions, call (323) 997-8867 and we will help coordinate.
Do you work on transponder and smart keys?
Yes. Many newer vehicles need the key programmed to the car after a cylinder replacement or when making a new key. We confirm the vehicle recognizes the key before we finish.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. We do not promise a specific arrival time, but a call to (323) 997-8867 gets you a technician at any hour.
Can you rekey my barn and gate locks on the same visit?
Usually, yes. Many Hidden Hills properties have barn padlocks, tack-room locks, paddock gates, and guest house doors, and we can take care of those along with the vehicle. Mention it when you call so we bring the right hardware.
What affects the cost of ignition repair?
The vehicle, whether the cylinder can be repaired or must be replaced, the type of key (basic or transponder), any damage from forced entry, the number of keys, and the time of day. We discuss these factors with you before starting.
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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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