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Automotive Locksmith in Mission Hills, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile automotive locksmith service in Mission Hills, California, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle for lockouts, keys and ignition problems. Call (323) 997-8867 to reach us anytime.

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A car that will not open or start rarely fails at a convenient moment. In Mission Hills it might happen in the parking lot near Providence Holy Cross Medical Center after a long shift, on a quiet street near the Mission San Fernando Rey de Espana, or along Sepulveda Boulevard in the middle of an errand run. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so the work happens wherever the vehicle is sitting. There is no shop to tow it to and no storefront to visit.

We have served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the company around hands-on automotive and residential lock work. Automotive jobs cover a wide range: getting you back into a locked car, cutting and programming a replacement key when every key is lost, repairing a worn ignition cylinder, extracting a broken key, and helping with trucks, motorcycles, RVs and small business fleets.

We try to be straightforward about what is involved. Different makes and model years use very different key and immobilizer systems, so the right approach depends on the vehicle. We will explain what your car needs, what the options are, and what affects the cost before work begins. If you are stuck right now, call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through the situation.

How it works in Mission Hills

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us the make, model and year, where the vehicle is parked in Mission Hills, and what happened: keys locked inside, keys lost, a key snapped in the ignition, or a car that will not start. This helps us bring the right tools and key blanks.

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    Confirm you own or are authorized to use the vehicle

    Before opening or making keys, we verify that the vehicle is yours or that you are authorized to access it. Registration, ID, or other reasonable proof is part of responsible automotive locksmith work, and it protects owners.

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    Assess the lock, key and ignition system

    On site, we look at what the vehicle actually uses: a traditional mechanical key, a transponder key, a remote head key, or a smart proximity system. We also check for ignition wear or damage. That tells us whether the job is a simple entry, a key replacement, or a repair.

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    Open, repair, cut or program

    For lockouts we use careful entry methods intended to avoid scratching paint, bending door frames or damaging weatherstripping. For keys, we cut to code or by hand and program transponders or remotes where the vehicle allows. Ignition repairs and broken-key extractions are handled at the vehicle.

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    Test everything before we leave

    We test the new key in the door, trunk and ignition, check remote functions, and confirm the vehicle starts and runs normally. You also leave with spare-key advice so the next incident is less disruptive.

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What affects the price

  • The type of key involved: a basic mechanical key, a transponder key, a remote head key, or a smart proximity key each require different blanks, equipment and programming time.
  • Whether you still have a working key. Copying an existing key is generally simpler than creating a new one when all keys are lost.
  • The make, model and year of the vehicle, since some manufacturers have more complex immobilizer and security systems than others.
  • The nature of the problem: a straightforward lockout differs from a damaged ignition cylinder, a broken key in the lock, or a failed door lock mechanism.
  • The vehicle type and number of vehicles, such as a single car versus a motorcycle, RV, or a fleet needing several keys or rekeys.
  • The time and location of the call, including late-night or holiday service, and how accessible the vehicle is at its parked location.

Why Mission Hills chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7. We come to the vehicle wherever it is parked in Mission Hills, rather than asking you to arrange a tow.
  • In business since 1987, with owner and lead tech David Shar directing the work rather than a faceless dispatch operation.
  • Broad vehicle coverage: cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles, so a household with a mix of vehicles can use one provider.
  • Careful, low-damage entry techniques aimed at protecting paint, weatherstripping and door frames.
  • Honest explanations of what your vehicle needs, including when a repair makes more sense than a replacement, and what drives the cost.
  • The same company can handle your home and office locks, which is useful for residents who also need rekeying or deadbolt work.

Automotive Locksmith across Mission Hills

Mission Hills sits in the northeast San Fernando Valley, and the area's driving patterns shape the calls we see. Residents in the Historic Mission district and the quiet tract streets of Dennis Park often park on the street or in short driveways beside late-1940s to 1960s ranch homes. A locked-out car or a lost key at night is much easier to deal with when someone can come directly to the curb. Many of these households also have older homes with aging locks, so it is common to combine vehicle key help with a home rekey.

Along the Sepulveda Boulevard corridor, vehicles are used constantly for errands, deliveries and commuting. Brand Boulevard, San Fernando Mission Boulevard and the CA-118 (Ronald Reagan Freeway) connect Mission Hills to the rest of the Valley, so a vehicle with a worn ignition or a failing key can become a real problem quickly. Staff, patients and visitors around Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, as well as visitors to Mission San Fernando Rey de Espana, the Andres Pico Adobe and San Fernando Mission Cemetery, sometimes find themselves locked out in a parking area far from home.

We serve ZIP code 91345 and the surrounding area around the clock. For small professional and medical offices near Providence Holy Cross that run a work vehicle or two, we can also help with keys for those vehicles alongside any office lock needs. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where you are parked.

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Automotive Locksmith in Mission Hills — FAQs

Do you really come to me in Mission Hills, or do I have to bring the car somewhere?
We are fully mobile and have no storefront. We come to your vehicle wherever it is in Mission Hills, whether that is a driveway in Dennis Park, a lot along Sepulveda Boulevard, or a parking area near the medical center. Call (323) 997-8867.
I locked my keys in the car. Will you damage it getting in?
Our goal is entry without damage. We use methods designed to protect paint, door frames and weatherstripping. Every vehicle is different, and we will explain the approach for yours before we begin.
I lost all my car keys. Can you make a new one?
In many cases, yes. We can cut and program a replacement key on site depending on the make, model and year. Some vehicles have more involved security systems, so describe your vehicle when you call (323) 997-8867 and we will tell you what to expect.
What if my key broke off in the ignition or door lock?
We can extract broken key pieces and, if needed, repair or replace the worn cylinder. A key that is bending, sticking or wearing down is a warning sign, so it is worth addressing before it breaks.
Do you work on motorcycles, trucks and RVs?
Yes. We handle cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles. If you have a business with several vehicles, we can help with keys and lock service across the fleet.
Will I need to show proof that the vehicle is mine?
Yes. We verify ownership or authorization before opening a vehicle or making keys. Having your ID and registration or other proof handy makes the process smoother and protects you.
How is the price determined?
Cost depends on factors such as the key type, vehicle make and year, whether you have a working key, the kind of problem, and the time and location of the call. We explain the factors before work starts. You can also reach us at (323) 997-8867 to discuss your situation.
Can you also help with the locks at my Mission Hills home or office?
Yes. Along with automotive work, we handle residential and commercial locks, including rekeying older homes and small office setups, so one call can cover both your vehicle and your property.
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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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