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Automotive Locksmith in La Puente, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in La Puente, California, including car lockouts, lost-key replacement, transponder keys and ignition repair. We come to your vehicle wherever it is parked or stranded. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a real locksmith about your situation.

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Getting locked out of a car or losing the only key is rarely convenient. In La Puente it tends to happen in the middle of an ordinary day: in the lot behind a Valley Boulevard storefront, on a side street off Hacienda Boulevard, in a driveway in front of a 1950s stucco tract home, or at a gas stop along Amar Road. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so the shop comes to you. There is no storefront to visit and no tow to arrange just to get a key made.

We have served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on automotive and residential work. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. That includes opening locked vehicles, cutting and programming keys, repairing worn ignitions and door locks, and replacing keys when none are left.

We are available 24 hours a day, every day, which matters for a commuter heading toward the I-10 or SR-60 at dawn, or someone stuck late at night after a shift. When you call (323) 997-8867, we ask a few plain questions about the vehicle and where it is, explain what the job involves, and talk through the cost factors before work begins.

How it works in La Puente

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    Call and describe the situation

    Phone (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model and year of the vehicle, where it is parked, and what happened: keys locked inside, keys lost, a broken key, or a stuck ignition. That lets us plan the right tools and key blanks before we head out.

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    We come to the vehicle

    Because we are fully mobile, the work happens where the car sits, whether that is a driveway in Valinda, a lot on Valley Boulevard, or a curb near La Puente Park. We confirm the vehicle is yours before starting, typically by checking registration and ID.

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    Entry without damage

    For a lockout, we use professional entry methods designed to avoid scratching paint, bending door frames or harming weatherstripping. Modern doors contain wiring and airbag components, so we work carefully rather than forcing anything.

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    Key cutting and programming

    If you need a new key, we cut it to the vehicle's code or by decoding the lock, then program transponder chips or remotes where the vehicle requires it. We test each key in the door, trunk and ignition before finishing.

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    Repair of worn locks and ignitions

    Older vehicles can have ignition cylinders that stick or doors that no longer turn smoothly. We diagnose whether cleaning, repair or replacement is the sensible fix, and we tell you which option we recommend and why.

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    Confirm, test and hand over

    Before we leave, you try every key and function, and we make sure you know how many working keys you have. We recommend a spare so you are not stranded by a single key again.

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What affects the price

  • Type of service: opening a locked door, cutting a basic key, programming a transponder or smart key, and repairing an ignition are different amounts of work.
  • Vehicle make, model and year: some newer vehicles need more specialized programming equipment and key blanks than older ones.
  • Key type: a basic metal key, a transponder key, a remote head key and a push-button smart key carry very different material and programming needs.
  • Whether you have a working key: copying an existing key is usually simpler than creating one from scratch when all keys are lost.
  • Location and time of the call: after-hours service and hard-to-reach locations can affect the total.
  • Extra parts or repairs: a damaged ignition cylinder or door lock may need replacement parts beyond the key itself.

Why La Puente chooses us

  • Fully mobile since 1987: we work at your vehicle, so you do not need a tow or a trip to a shop that does not exist.
  • Owner-led experience: David Shar oversees the work, so the standards come from someone who has done this job for decades.
  • Coverage across vehicle types: cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and business fleets are all handled by the same team.
  • Available 24/7: lockouts do not keep business hours, and neither do we.
  • Straightforward explanation first: we talk through what the job involves and what affects the cost before we start.
  • Damage-conscious methods: we prioritize getting in or making keys without harming your paint, glass or electronics.

Automotive Locksmith across La Puente

La Puente is a dense, working-class suburb where cars are essential and parking is often on the street or in shared lots. In neighborhoods such as Hudson and Sunset, as well as the adjacent unincorporated communities of Valinda and Bassett, many households run two or more vehicles off modest driveways. A lost key or a lockout often means missing a shift, so we aim to make the process simple and clear.

The city's main corridors shape the calls we see. Valley Boulevard and Hacienda Boulevard are lined with small retailers and strip malls, where employees and customers get locked out in parking lots. Drivers heading to the I-10 or SR-60 may break down or lose keys near on-ramps, and families visiting La Puente Park or stopping at The Donut Hole sometimes leave keys inside the car. We come to those spots directly.

We serve the 91744, 91746 and 91747 ZIP codes, along with nearby communities. Small businesses along Valley Boulevard with delivery vehicles or service vans can also call us for fleet key duplication, spare keys and repair work. If you are in La Puente and need automotive help, call (323) 997-8867 any time.

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Automotive Locksmith in La Puente — FAQs

Do you offer 24/7 automotive locksmith service in La Puente?
Yes. We are available 24 hours a day, every day, and we are fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through your situation and come to your vehicle.
Can you make a key if I have lost all my car keys?
In most cases, yes. We can generally cut and program a new key on site using the vehicle's information, after confirming ownership. Call (323) 997-8867 with the make, model and year so we can tell you what to expect.
Will opening my car door damage it?
We use professional entry methods intended to avoid scratches, bent frames and damage to wiring or airbags. Careful technique is part of the job, especially on newer vehicles.
Do I need to tow my car to you?
No. We are a mobile service with no storefront, so we come to the car, whether it is at home, at work or in a lot along Valley Boulevard.
Can you program transponder keys and remotes?
Yes, we program transponder keys and many remotes and smart keys. Some vehicles have special requirements, so it helps to tell us the exact make, model and year when you call.
Do you work on trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets?
Yes. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and business fleets, including spare key duplication for La Puente businesses.
What proof do I need to show that the vehicle is mine?
We typically ask for identification and some proof of ownership, such as registration or insurance paperwork. This protects you and keeps us from helping with a car that isn't yours.
How is the price determined?
It depends on the service, vehicle, key type, whether you still have a working key, the time and location, and any parts needed. We explain these factors before starting work. 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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