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Key Fob Replacement in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile key fob replacement and programming in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. We come to your car on the Hill, whether you are at home or out and stranded, and cut and program remotes and smart keys on site. Call (323) 997-8867.

  • Mobile to your Rancho Palos Verdes location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Losing a key fob in Rancho Palos Verdes is rarely convenient. Maybe it slipped out of a pocket on the trail near Abalone Cove, got left on a table after dinner at Terranea, or simply died after years of daily use. Many homes on the Peninsula sit far from the nearest dealership, and the drive down Hawthorne Boulevard or along Palos Verdes Drive South with no working key is a hassle nobody wants.

Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile. We have no storefront to visit, because the whole point is that we bring the equipment to you. Our work covers remote head keys, flip keys, and smart or proximity fobs, including cases where every key has been lost and a new one has to be created from scratch. David Shar has led the company since 1987, and the approach has stayed the same: figure out exactly what your vehicle needs, explain it plainly, and get you driving again.

We are available around the clock. If your fob fails late at night in a quiet cul-de-sac in Eastview or you are stuck in a lot after a round at Trump National Golf Club, call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through your situation and your vehicle before anything is done.

How it works in Rancho Palos Verdes

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    Call and describe the situation

    Tell us the make, model, and year of your vehicle, what type of key it uses, and whether you still have any working key. Have your registration or ID ready, since we need to confirm you are the owner before making a new key.

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    We come to your vehicle

    Because we are fully mobile, we drive to wherever the car is parked: a driveway in Miraleste, a gated entrance in Mediterrania, or a viewpoint along Palos Verdes Drive East. The work happens right there, so there is no towing to a shop.

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    Verify ownership and identify the key system

    We check your identification against the vehicle and determine which fob, transponder chip, or smart key system it uses. This tells us what hardware and programming method are required.

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    Cut, pair, and program the new fob

    If your vehicle uses a cut blade, we cut it to match. Then we program the transponder and remote functions so the car recognizes the new fob. When all keys are lost, we generate a key from the vehicle's information rather than a copy.

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    Test every function

    We confirm the fob starts the car and that lock, unlock, trunk, and any other buttons respond. We also test your existing keys, and remove lost ones from the vehicle's memory when the system allows it.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model, and year, since some systems are far more involved to program than others
  • Type of key: a basic remote head key, a flip key, or a smart proximity fob
  • Whether you have a working key to copy or all keys are lost and one must be originated
  • Whether the fob shell and battery are fine or the electronics need full replacement
  • Number of fobs you need programmed in a single visit
  • Time of day and how far we travel to reach your vehicle

Why Rancho Palos Verdes chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so we work at your car instead of requiring a tow or a trip to a shop
  • Available 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work
  • Honest guidance on whether you need full replacement or whether a battery or shell swap will do
  • We can handle lost-all-keys situations on site, not only duplicates of a working key
  • We explain pricing factors up front instead of surprising you afterward

Key Fob Replacement across Rancho Palos Verdes

Rancho Palos Verdes is spread across winding hillside roads, and that shapes how fob problems show up. Residents in Del Cerro and Eastview often park in garages or driveways off Crenshaw Boulevard and Crest Road, while those in Miraleste and Mediterrania may have steep driveways or gated access that makes towing a nuisance. We come to you in 90275 and 90274, so a dead fob does not mean a tow truck on a narrow hill road.

The Peninsula also draws a lot of visitors and golfers. Between Point Vicente Lighthouse, Wayfarers Chapel, Abalone Cove, Terranea Resort, and Trump National Golf Club, people leave keys in places they shouldn't or have fobs fail miles from home. Salt air near the coast can also wear on fob buttons and battery contacts over time, which is a common reason a remote that has worked for years suddenly stops.

If you live near the Portuguese Bend landslide area, you may already deal with doors and locks that shift out of alignment. We also handle locksets and deadbolts, so if your house is acting up along with your car keys, mention it when you call (323) 997-8867 and we can discuss both.

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Other Rancho Palos Verdes locksmith services

See all of our Rancho Palos Verdes services, or our citywide key fob replacement page.

Key Fob Replacement in Rancho Palos Verdes — FAQs

Can you replace a key fob if I have lost all my keys?
Yes, in many cases. We verify ownership, then create and program a new key on site using your vehicle's information. Call (323) 997-8867 with your vehicle details and we will confirm what is possible for your model.
Do I need to tow my car to you?
No. We are fully mobile and come to your car anywhere in Rancho Palos Verdes, whether it is in a driveway in Del Cerro or parked near Terranea Resort.
Is replacing a fob cheaper than going to the dealer?
We cannot promise that for every vehicle, but mobile service often saves you a tow and a trip. Cost depends on your car, the key type, and whether you have a working key. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your case.
Can you program a fob I bought online?
Often yes, provided it is compatible with your vehicle. Tell us the make, model, and year, and we can advise whether the fob you have will work before you spend more.
My fob stopped working. Do I need a new one?
Not always. A weak battery, worn contacts, or a cracked shell is sometimes the cause, and salt air near the coast can contribute. We can check it and tell you honestly whether replacement is needed.
Do you work at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7, including holidays. If you are locked out or stranded on the Hill after dark, call (323) 997-8867.
What do I need to show to get a new fob made?
We need proof that you own the vehicle, typically a photo ID and registration or title, so that keys are only made for the rightful owner.
Can you also help with house locks in Rancho Palos Verdes?
Yes. We handle residential work too, including binding or misaligned doors in landslide-affected areas and rekeying after a home sale. Mention it 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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