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Crenshaw Lock

Automotive Locksmith in La Verne · 24/7 mobile

Automotive Locksmith in La Verne, California

Crenshaw Lock Company is a 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith serving La Verne, California. We handle car lockouts, lost keys, transponder keys, key fobs, ignition repair and fleet work wherever your vehicle is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and we will come to you.

  • Mobile to your La Verne location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A dead key fob in a Old Town La Verne parking spot, a locked door at the University of La Verne lot, or a lost key after a hike at Marshall Canyon Regional Park: vehicle lock trouble rarely picks a convenient moment. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so our technician brings the tools and key-cutting equipment to your car instead of asking you to arrange a tow to a shop. We are available 24/7, and there is no storefront to visit.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar built the business on straightforward, careful work. For automotive jobs that means non-destructive entry whenever possible, keys cut and programmed on site, and a clear explanation of the work before we begin.

Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. In La Verne that mix is real: commuters using SR-210 and SR-57, students parking near campus, residents in the foothill neighborhoods, and pilots and businesses around Brackett Field. Whether it is a single lockout or several vehicles that need keys, we plan the visit around your situation.

How it works in La Verne

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model and year, where the vehicle is, and what happened: locked out, lost key, broken key, or a fob that quit. Those details help us bring the right equipment on the first trip.

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    We come to your location

    Because we are fully mobile, we drive to you, whether that is a driveway in North La Verne, a lot along Foothill Blvd, or a street near Old Town. We are available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays.

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    Verify ownership

    Before opening or making a key for any vehicle, we ask for reasonable proof that you are the owner or authorized user, such as ID and registration. This protects you and is a standard professional practice.

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    Entry or key work

    For lockouts we use tools designed to open the door without damaging paint, weatherstripping or the lock. For lost or broken keys we cut and program replacements on site, or repair worn ignitions and extract broken key pieces as needed.

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    Test and confirm

    We test the new key, remote functions and ignition, make sure doors lock and unlock properly, and confirm everything works before we finish. You get a clear explanation of what was done.

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What affects the price

  • Type of service: a simple lockout involves different work than cutting and programming a new transponder key or repairing an ignition cylinder.
  • Vehicle make, model and year: many newer vehicles use encrypted immobilizer systems or smart keys that need more specialized programming than older mechanical keys.
  • Whether you have a working key: duplicating from an existing key is typically simpler than creating a key from scratch when all keys are lost.
  • Time and location: after-hours calls and hard-to-reach spots can affect the overall cost of the visit.
  • Parts and key type: a basic metal key, a transponder key, a remote head key and a smart key fob each use different hardware.
  • Number of vehicles: fleet jobs with several vehicles can be planned together, which changes how the work is scoped.

Why La Verne chooses us

  • Fully mobile, 24/7 service, so you never have to tow a car to a shop for key work that can be done where it sits.
  • In business since 1987, with owner and lead tech David Shar leading the work.
  • Non-destructive entry is our first approach for lockouts, to protect your door, paint and electronics.
  • On-site key cutting and programming for many vehicle types, including cars, trucks, motorcycles and RVs.
  • Fleet-friendly service for local businesses, with work planned around your vehicles and schedules.
  • Honest explanation of what is needed before work starts, with no hype and no guesses about things we cannot verify.

Automotive Locksmith across La Verne

La Verne has a mix of settings where vehicle lock problems show up. In Old Town La Verne, around D Street and Bonita Ave, street parking and visitor traffic mean keys get locked inside or lost between errands. Residents of the historic Craftsman homes nearby often call us for vehicle keys and home lock upgrades during the same visit, since we handle both.

Around the University of La Verne, students and staff share lots and nearby streets in ZIP code 91750, and a lost key or dead fob before class is a common emergency. In North La Verne and the Marshall Canyon foothills, newer developments climb toward trailheads, and a day at Marshall Canyon Regional Park can end with keys misplaced on a trail or locked in the car at the trailhead.

La Verne is also close to major routes: SR-210, SR-57, Foothill Blvd (historic Route 66), Arrow Hwy and Wheeler Ave. If you break down or get locked out along those corridors, or at Brackett Field or near the Fairplex in neighboring Pomona, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Other La Verne locksmith services

See all of our La Verne services, or our citywide automotive locksmith page.

Automotive Locksmith in La Verne — FAQs

Do you really come to me anywhere in La Verne?
Yes. We are fully mobile with no storefront, so we travel to your vehicle, whether it is in Old Town, near the University of La Verne, in North La Verne or at a trailhead. Call (323) 997-8867.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes, we operate 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and describe what is going on with your vehicle.
Can you make a new car key if I lost all my keys?
In many cases, yes. We can cut and program replacement keys on site after verifying ownership. The exact process depends on the make, model and year of your vehicle.
Will opening my car door damage it?
Our first approach is non-destructive entry using tools designed for vehicles, which protects paint, seals and the lock. If you want to confirm details for your vehicle, call (323) 997-8867.
Do you work on motorcycles, trucks and RVs?
Yes. Our automotive service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. Tell us the vehicle type when you call so we can bring the right tools.
What proof do I need to show?
We ask for reasonable proof that you own or are authorized to use the vehicle, typically photo ID and registration or similar documentation. This protects you from unauthorized access.
Can you help with a broken key stuck in the ignition or door?
Yes. We can extract broken key pieces and, if needed, repair the lock or ignition and make a new key. Call (323) 997-8867 so we can plan for your situation.
Do you handle fleet vehicles for La Verne businesses?
Yes. We can service multiple vehicles for local businesses, including key duplication, lockouts and ignition work. Let us know the number and types of vehicles when you call.
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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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