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Crenshaw Lock

Automotive Locksmith in Ojai · 24/7 mobile

Automotive Locksmith in Ojai, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Ojai, California: car lockouts, key replacement, transponder and fob programming, and ignition repair, all done where your vehicle sits. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and we will come to you.

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A dead key fob or a locked door never picks a convenient place. In Ojai it might be the lot behind The Arcade on Ojai Avenue after an evening at Libbey Bowl, a trailhead pullout on the way to Meditation Mount, or a ranch driveway far from the nearest neighbor. Our service is fully mobile. We have no storefront for you to visit or tow to. The work happens beside your vehicle, wherever it is.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar has spent decades on the problems that come with cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and work fleets. Automotive locksmithing is a mix of mechanical skill and electronics. A key from the 1990s is cut very differently from a modern push-button-start fob that must be paired with the vehicle's computer, and we are set up to handle that range.

Ojai has its own driving patterns. Residents and visitors move along SR-33 (Maricopa Hwy and the Ojai Freeway) and SR-150 (Ojai Ave and Baldwin Rd). Some cars are daily drivers on short valley errands, and many are weekend vehicles, rentals or work trucks serving the ranches and resorts. Each situation has different needs, and we try to match the fix to the vehicle and the circumstances rather than push a one-size answer.

How it works in Ojai

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    You call, we talk through the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour. We ask for the make, model and year, what happened (locked out, lost key, broken key, a car that will not start), and where you are in the valley. That lets us plan the right tools and equipment before we head out.

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    We come to your vehicle

    Because we are fully mobile, we travel to you, whether that is a downtown street near The Arcade, a driveway in the Arbolada, a rural road in the East End or a resort parking area. We do not give arrival-time promises we cannot control, but we are available around the clock.

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    Verifying ownership

    Before we cut or program a key, or open a vehicle, we ask for reasonable proof that the vehicle is yours, such as ID matched to registration or other documentation. This protects you and is standard practice for responsible locksmiths.

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    The work itself

    For a lockout we use non-destructive entry methods designed to protect paint, weatherstripping and door electronics. For keys, we cut and program replacements on site, including transponder keys and smart fobs where the vehicle allows. Ignition and door lock repair are handled the same way.

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    Testing and handoff

    We test every key and fob: locking, unlocking, starting the engine and any remote functions. If you have a lost key, we talk about whether older keys should be removed from the vehicle's memory. You get a clear explanation of what was done before we finish.

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What affects the price

  • The type of service: a simple lockout is a different job from cutting and programming a new key or repairing an ignition cylinder.
  • Vehicle make, model and year, since many newer vehicles use encrypted transponders or smart-key systems that require more specialized equipment.
  • Whether you still have a working key to copy, or all keys are lost and a key must be created from scratch.
  • Time of day and your location in the valley, including after-hours calls and more remote ranch or canyon properties.
  • Special hardware needs, such as a motorcycle, an RV with separate entry and storage locks, or multiple vehicles in a fleet.
  • Parts required, for example a replacement fob shell, a new ignition cylinder or a specific key blank.

Why Ojai chooses us

  • Fully mobile since 1987. Everything is done at your vehicle, with no tow to a shop and no storefront detour.
  • Owner involvement. David Shar leads the business, so standards for careful work and honest communication come from the top.
  • Broad vehicle coverage: cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call can solve a household or business need.
  • Damage-conscious methods. We aim to open and rekey without harming paint, seals or electronics.
  • Clear explanation of options before work starts, including when a repair makes more sense than a replacement.
  • Familiarity with the valley's mix of resort visitors, vacation rentals, ranch trucks and daily commuters, and the different problems each one brings.

Automotive Locksmith across Ojai

Ojai is compact but varied, and so are the calls. In the Downtown and Arcade area (ZIP 93023), the problems are often visitor-related: keys locked in a car near Libbey Park, a fob that stopped working after a day at Bart's Books or the Ojai Valley Museum, or a rental car with a lost key. Parking is tight in the core, so being able to come to the car, rather than moving it, is a real advantage.

The Arbolada is a different picture, with 1920s custom homes on wooded lots and long driveways lined with mature oaks. Cars there are often parked under trees or along narrow streets, and residents with older vehicles sometimes need keys cut for classic ignitions. Out in the East End and the rural parts of ZIP 93023 and 93024, we work on ranch trucks, gated estates and work vehicles, where the issue may be a broken key in a door lock or a fob that fails far from town.

Our service area also covers the neighboring communities of Meiners Oaks, Mira Monte and Oak View. Whether you are near the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, along El Paseo Rd or Grand Ave, or heading out on Maricopa Hwy, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you, day or night.

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Automotive Locksmith in Ojai — FAQs

Do you really come to me anywhere in Ojai?
Yes. We are fully mobile and have no shop for you to visit. Whether you are downtown, in the Arbolada, in the East End or at a rural property, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to your vehicle.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
We operate 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will discuss your situation and plan the visit.
Can you make a new key if I have lost all my keys?
In most cases, yes. We can cut and program a replacement on site for many vehicles, even with no working key. Some makes need specific equipment, so tell us the make, model and year when you call.
Will opening my car damage it?
We use non-destructive methods designed to avoid scratching paint or damaging seals and door electronics. Every vehicle is different, and we will explain the approach before we begin.
Do you work on motorcycles, RVs and trucks?
Yes. We handle cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, including work trucks used on ranch and agricultural properties around the valley.
How much will it cost?
Price depends on factors such as the service, the vehicle, whether you have a working key, the time of day and your location. We will explain what applies to your situation when you call (323) 997-8867.
Do I need to prove the vehicle is mine?
Yes. We ask for reasonable proof of ownership, such as ID that matches registration, before opening a vehicle or creating a key. It protects you from misuse.
Can you service a vehicle at a vacation rental or resort lot?
Yes, as long as we can reach the vehicle and you or the owner can verify ownership or authorization. Many valley calls involve visitors, and we can come to the rental or resort lot.
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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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