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Automotive Locksmith in South Gate, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile automotive locksmith service in South Gate, California, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle, RV or fleet vehicle wherever it is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem and get started.

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  • Available 24/7
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A car that will not open or start rarely picks a convenient place to fail. In South Gate it might happen in a lot off Firestone Boulevard, on a side street near Hollydale Park, or after a long shift when you pull into a spot along Tweedy Boulevard. Our service is built for that moment: we are fully mobile, so the shop comes to you. There is no storefront to visit and no need to arrange a tow just to get a key problem looked at.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business around practical, honest work. Automotive jobs cover a wide range: lockouts, lost or broken keys, worn ignitions, transponder and key fob programming, trunk and glove box locks, and spare keys made before a problem turns into an emergency.

We also work on more than passenger cars. Pickup trucks used for deliveries, motorcycles, RVs parked beside a house, and small business fleets all come with their own lock and key quirks. Whatever you drive, we start by listening, confirming the vehicle and the situation, and explaining what is likely involved before work begins.

How it works in South Gate

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us the make, model and year, what happened, and where the vehicle is parked in South Gate. Details such as whether you have any working key help us plan the right tools and approach.

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    We travel to your vehicle

    Our technician drives to you, whether you are at home in Hollydale, at work near the Tweedy Mile, or stuck in a parking lot. We do not make timing promises we cannot keep, but we are available around the clock and fully mobile.

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    Confirm ownership and assess the problem

    Before opening or making keys, we ask for reasonable proof that the vehicle is yours, such as ID and registration. Then we look at the lock, ignition or key system to confirm the cause and the best fix.

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    Explain the plan and the cost factors

    We walk through what the job involves and what drives the price before starting, so you can decide with the facts in hand. No surprises partway through the work.

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    Do the work with care

    For lockouts we use methods intended to protect paint, weatherstripping and door electronics. For keys, we cut and program to your vehicle, and for ignitions we repair or replace only what is actually failing.

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    Test everything before we leave

    We confirm that doors, trunk, ignition and any new keys or fobs work properly. We also suggest a spare key if you only have one, since that is usually cheaper than a repeat emergency.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model and year, since some newer systems need more specialized programming than older mechanical keys.
  • The type of key involved, such as a basic metal key, transponder key, remote head key or smart proximity fob.
  • Whether the job is a lockout, a lost-key situation with no spare, a broken key in the lock, or an ignition repair.
  • Time of day and location, since late-night and off-hours calls can differ from daytime appointments.
  • Whether parts are needed, such as a replacement ignition cylinder, door lock or fob shell.
  • How many keys you need cut or programmed, including spares made during the same visit.

Why South Gate chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a dead key or locked door in South Gate does not require a tow or a trip to a shop.
  • In business since 1987, with owner and lead technician David Shar involved in how the work is done.
  • We handle cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call covers a family vehicle or a small business lineup.
  • We explain the job and price factors before work starts rather than springing costs on you at the end.
  • We aim to repair or rekey what can be saved instead of pushing replacement when it is not needed.
  • Ownership checks are part of the process, which protects you and keeps keys out of the wrong hands.

Automotive Locksmith across South Gate

South Gate is a Gateway city where cars are part of everyday life. Commuters use the I-710 (Long Beach Freeway) and nearby SR-105 (Century Freeway), while Firestone Boulevard, Atlantic Avenue, Garfield Avenue, Imperial Highway and Tweedy Boulevard carry steady local traffic. That means a lot of vehicles are parked on residential streets, at apartment buildings, and in commercial lots, and those are exactly the places we meet customers in ZIP code 90280.

In Hollydale, many homes date from the 1920s through the 1950s, and vehicles often sit in driveways or at the curb overnight. A lockout or lost key there is usually a quick call from the front porch. Near the Tweedy Mile business district and the Azalea Regional Shopping Center, we more often see people locked out in shopping lots or business owners with work trucks and delivery vehicles that need spare keys or ignition work.

If you are near South Gate Park, Hollydale Park or along the Firestone Boulevard corridor, we can come to you there too. Because we also handle residential and commercial locks, we can help property owners and business operators who need vehicle keys and building locks handled in the same call. Reach us at (323) 997-8867 any time.

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Automotive Locksmith in South Gate — FAQs

Do you come to me anywhere in South Gate?
Yes. We are fully mobile and serve South Gate, including Hollydale, the Tweedy Mile area and the Firestone Boulevard corridor. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where the vehicle is parked.
Are you really available 24 hours a day?
Yes, we take automotive calls 24/7. We do not promise a specific arrival time, but we will tell you what to expect when you call (323) 997-8867.
I lost my only car key. Can you make a new one?
In most cases, yes. We can cut and program a replacement on site after confirming you own the vehicle. The exact process depends on the make, model and year.
Will opening my car damage it?
We use methods designed to avoid damage to paint, seals and door electronics. Lockouts are routine work for us, though we will explain any risk specific to your vehicle first.
Can you program transponder keys and key fobs?
Yes, we program many transponder keys and remote fobs. Newer smart key systems vary, so give us your vehicle details when you call so we can confirm what is involved.
What do I need to prove the car is mine?
Typically a photo ID and registration or other proof of ownership. This is standard practice to protect owners, and we will explain what works if you do not have the documents with you.
Do you work on motorcycles, RVs and work trucks?
Yes. We serve cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. Fleet owners can ask about spare keys and ignition service across multiple vehicles.
How is the price determined?
It depends on the vehicle, key type, the kind of problem, time of day and any parts needed. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will explain the factors before any work begins.
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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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