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Car Key Replacement in San Fernando, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides car key replacement in San Fernando, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to you, cutting and programming a new key on site, even if you have no original. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a real locksmith.

  • Mobile to your San Fernando location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Losing a car key is stressful anywhere, but in a compact city like San Fernando it often happens at the worst moment: after a long day downtown, during an errand along San Fernando Road, or on the way to the I-5 on-ramp. You may be standing next to a car that will not start, with no spare in your pocket. That is the situation we handle every week, and we do it without you needing to tow the vehicle anywhere.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit, so there is nothing to tow your car to. We bring the key cutting and programming equipment to your driveway, your parking spot, or the curb where the car is stuck, and we are available around the clock.

Car key replacement covers several different situations: a lost key with no spare, a snapped key with half still in the ignition, a worn key that no longer turns reliably, and a transponder or fob that has stopped working. Each one calls for a slightly different approach, and we will explain what yours needs before we start work.

How it works in San Fernando

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model, and year, where the car is parked, and whether you have any key at all. A broken key, a lost key, and a dead fob are each handled differently, so these details help us bring the right equipment.

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    We travel to your location

    Because we are mobile and available 24/7, we drive to you in San Fernando, whether you are at home, at work, or parked near the San Fernando Mall. You do not need to move the vehicle or arrange a tow.

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    Verify ownership

    Before making a key for any vehicle, we ask for proof that the car is yours, such as a registration and matching ID. This protects you and every other driver, and it is a standard part of responsible automotive locksmith work.

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    Cut the key on site

    We cut a new key to fit your locks and ignition, working from the vehicle itself when no original exists. If a broken piece is stuck in the ignition or door, we remove it carefully first so nothing is damaged.

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    Program and test

    For vehicles with a transponder chip or remote, we program the new key so the car recognizes it. We then test starting, door operation, and any remote functions before we consider the job done.

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    Review spares and next steps

    We will suggest making a spare while we are already there, since duplicating is usually simpler than starting from nothing again. We also explain what to do with any old lost key so it cannot be used.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model, and year, since some systems are more involved to program than others
  • Key type: a basic cut key, a transponder key, a remote head key, or a smart proximity key
  • Whether you have an original key to copy or all keys are lost and a new one must be created from scratch
  • Whether a broken key needs to be extracted from the ignition or a door lock first
  • Number of keys needed, since a spare made in the same visit is often more practical
  • Time of day and location, as after-hours calls and hard-to-reach spots can affect the quote

Why San Fernando chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to you in San Fernando and do the work at your vehicle, with no shop trip or tow required.
  • Open 24/7, which matters when a key is lost late at night or early before a commute.
  • Serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, so we have seen a very wide range of vehicles and key problems.
  • Keys cut and programmed on site, even when you have no original key to copy.
  • We explain the work and the price factors before starting, so there are no surprises.
  • The owner, David Shar, leads the work, so you are dealing with an experienced locksmith rather than a call center.

Car Key Replacement across San Fernando

San Fernando is a small independent city of about 2.4 square miles, entirely surrounded by the City of Los Angeles, and it is fully reachable by road, so mobile service is a natural fit. Whether you are in the 91340 ZIP code near City Hall or on a residential street off Maclay Avenue, we can come to you rather than asking you to find a shop.

Downtown, around the San Fernando Mall and the corner of Truman Street and San Fernando Road, street parking and busy foot traffic mean a lost key can leave you stranded among shoppers and storefronts. Visitors to the Lopez Adobe or those heading over toward Mission San Fernando Rey de España sometimes realize they have misplaced keys only when they return to the car. We can meet you right there and make a replacement at the curb.

In the residential neighborhoods around Las Palmas Park and the Layne Park and Recreation Park area, many households park on the street or in older driveways beside early-1900s bungalows and postwar homes. A key lost at the park, or a spare that never existed, is easy to deal with at home. Commuters using Brand Boulevard, the I-5, or CA-118 can also call us if a key breaks while they are away from home, and we will come to wherever the car is parked.

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Car Key Replacement in San Fernando — FAQs

Can you make a car key in San Fernando if I have lost every key?
Yes. We cut and program keys on site even with no original. We verify ownership first, then create a new key for your vehicle. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will explain what your car needs.
Do I need to tow my car to you?
No. We are fully mobile and have no storefront, so we come to you anywhere in San Fernando and do the work where the car is parked.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. If you lose a key late at night or on a holiday, call (323) 997-8867.
What proof of ownership will I need?
We typically ask for your ID and a registration or other document showing the vehicle is yours. This is a standard safeguard before creating any key.
What if my key broke off in the ignition or door?
We can extract the broken piece, then cut and program a replacement. We take care to avoid damaging the ignition or lock cylinder.
Will the new key work with my remote and push-button features?
Depending on the vehicle, we can program transponder keys and remotes. We test the key's starting and remote functions before we finish.
How is the price determined?
It depends on factors such as your vehicle, the type of key, whether any original exists, whether a broken key must be removed, and the time of day. We discuss these with you before beginning.
Should I get a spare made while you are there?
It is usually a good idea, since having a spare avoids a future emergency. Ask us when you call (323) 997-8867 or when we arrive.
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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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