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Key Fob Replacement in Lomita, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile key fob replacement and programming in Lomita, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to your car, whether you're at home or stuck on Pacific Coast Hwy. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a technician.

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Losing a key fob in a small, busy city like Lomita tends to happen at inconvenient moments: in the parking lot off Narbonne Avenue, after a trip to Lomita Park, or on the way up toward the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Modern remotes and smart keys are not simple pieces of metal. They carry a transponder chip, a radio transmitter, and sometimes a proximity system that has to be paired with your specific vehicle's computer before the car will start.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and we are fully mobile. There is no shop to tow your car to and no storefront to visit. A technician drives to wherever the vehicle is parked, cuts the key blade if one is needed, and programs the new fob on site. That usually spares you a tow and a trip to a dealership lot.

Whether you have lost your only fob, cracked the case, worn out the buttons, or simply want a spare before the next one disappears, we can help. Replacement is often easier when you still have one working fob, but it is frequently possible even when you have none. Which route applies depends on the make, model, and year of your vehicle.

How it works in Lomita

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    Call and describe your vehicle

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model, and year, and whether you still have any working key or fob. That tells us what type of remote or smart key your car uses and what equipment the job will need.

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    We drive to your location

    We are mobile and available around the clock. Whether your car is in a driveway near Harbor Hills, in an apartment carport along Lomita Boulevard, or in a lot on Western Ave, we meet you there.

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    Verify ownership

    Before creating a new 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 keeps keys from reaching the wrong hands.

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    Cut and prepare the key or fob

    If your vehicle uses an emergency blade, we cut it to match. We then prepare the new fob or smart key, which may involve matching the transponder or remote frequency to your vehicle's system.

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    Program and pair with the vehicle

    We connect programming equipment to the car and pair the new fob so it starts the engine and operates the remote functions. Any old fob that is lost can often be removed from the system so it no longer works.

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    Test everything before we leave

    We test the lock and unlock buttons, trunk or hatch release, remote start if equipped, and engine start, so you are confident each function works before the job is closed.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model, and year, since some brands use far more complex smart-key systems than others.
  • Type of key: a basic remote head key, a flip key, or a proximity smart key each involve different parts and programming steps.
  • Whether you have a working key to copy from or all keys are lost, which changes how much programming work is needed.
  • The cost of the fob itself, which varies between aftermarket and original-manufacturer options.
  • Whether an emergency key blade must be cut or other add-on features, like remote start, need to be programmed.
  • Time of day and location, since after-hours calls and travel to a more remote spot can affect the overall quote.

Why Lomita chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: the work happens at your car, so you avoid towing and dealership waiting rooms.
  • In business since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar, so the work comes from long hands-on experience.
  • Available 24/7, which matters when a lost fob leaves you stranded late at night.
  • We explain what your vehicle needs and what factors shape the price before work begins, with no surprise add-ons.
  • We can handle related needs on the same visit, such as a spare fob, or a house or mailbox key if you are locked out at home.
  • We confirm ownership before programming, a safeguard that protects you and your vehicle.

Key Fob Replacement across Lomita

Lomita is a compact city of about 1.9 square miles, but its drivers cover a lot of ground. Residents in the Harbor Hills area and along the Narbonne Avenue corridor commute along Pacific Coast Hwy (SR-1), Western Ave, and Lomita Blvd, and many park on the street or in small apartment lots where a lost fob can leave a car stuck. We regularly serve addresses in ZIP code 90717, from the blocks near Lomita Park and the Lomita Railroad Museum to the apartment buildings and condos built in the 1960s through the 80s.

Much of Lomita is made up of modest 1940s-60s single-family homes on smaller lots, and many of those households have more than one vehicle sharing a short driveway. When a fob goes missing, it can be hard to tell whether it fell out in the car, was left at a friend's place, or is gone for good. We can come to the driveway, check what your car needs, and program a replacement on the spot.

Because Lomita is a gateway to the Palos Verdes Peninsula, we also hear from people who have a fob problem on the way up to a gated community, or who need a lost gate or mailbox key sorted out while the car is being handled. Since we also do residential and lockout work, we can often address those at the same visit. There is no storefront to drive to; call (323) 997-8867 and we come to you.

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Key Fob Replacement in Lomita — FAQs

Can you replace a key fob if I lost all my keys?
In many cases, yes. Having no working key makes the job more involved, but it is often possible depending on the vehicle. Call (323) 997-8867 with your make, model, and year and we will tell you what to expect.
Do you come to me in Lomita, or do I bring the car somewhere?
We are fully mobile and have no storefront. A technician comes to your car, whether it is at home near Narbonne Ave, at an apartment on Lomita Blvd, or in a parking lot.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will discuss your situation and get a technician moving.
Is it cheaper than going to the dealership?
We can't promise it will be for every vehicle, since pricing depends on the make, model, key type, and circumstances. Mobile service does save you the cost and hassle of towing the car to a dealer.
Can you program a fob I bought online?
Sometimes. Quality and compatibility of online fobs vary, and some are locked to another vehicle or are not compatible with your system. Tell us what you have when you call and we can advise before you commit.
What if my fob just stopped working but is not lost?
A weak battery is the most common culprit, and replacing it may solve the problem. If not, the fob may need reprogramming or replacement. We can check which it is at your vehicle.
Will the old lost fob still work after you program a new one?
On many vehicles, we can erase old keys from the system during programming so a lost fob no longer starts the car. This depends on the vehicle, and we will tell you what is possible for yours.
Can you also help with house or mailbox keys during the same visit?
Often, yes. We also handle residential and lockout work, so if you need a house lockout resolved or a mailbox key duplicated, mention it when you call (323) 997-8867.
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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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