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Car Lockout Service in Van Nuys, California

Locked your keys in the car in Van Nuys? Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile car lockout service across the city, using damage-free methods that get you back inside your vehicle. We come to you wherever you're parked. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, day or night.

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  • Available 24/7
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A car lockout never happens at a convenient moment. In Van Nuys it might be the parking lot near the Van Nuys Government Center after a long day at the courthouse, a curbside spot on Van Nuys Boulevard, or a lot at one of the businesses around Van Nuys Airport. The keys are on the seat, the trunk has closed on them, or a fob has gone missing, and you are standing outside a locked vehicle with somewhere else to be.

Crenshaw Lock Company is a fully mobile locksmith. We have no storefront to visit, so there is nothing for you to drive to, and that matters when your car is the thing that won't open. We travel to you across the San Fernando Valley, Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County, around the clock. David Shar has led the company since 1987, and car lockouts are among the most common calls a mobile locksmith handles.

Our approach is to open the vehicle without harming it. That means no bent door frames, no scratched paint, and no broken weatherstripping when it can be avoided. Modern cars have side airbags, wiring in the doors, and sensitive electronics, so the method has to fit the vehicle. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model, and where you are parked, and we will take it from there.

How it works in Van Nuys

  1. 1

    You call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where your car is, its make, model, and approximate year, and whether the keys are inside, in the trunk, or lost. That helps us bring the right tools and decide on the best approach before we arrive.

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    We travel to your location

    Because we are fully mobile and available 24/7, we come to you, whether that is a driveway in Kester Ridge, an apartment lot off Sepulveda Boulevard, or a parking space near Victory Boulevard. We do not give arrival-time promises, but we will keep you informed.

  3. 3

    We confirm the car is yours

    Before we open any vehicle, we ask for reasonable proof that you own it or are authorized to access it, such as ID matching the registration or insurance. This protects you and every other driver.

  4. 4

    Damage-free unlocking

    We choose a method suited to your vehicle's door, window, and electronics, using professional tools made for lockouts. The goal is to open the car without scratches, bent frames, or damaged wiring.

  5. 5

    Check and finish

    Once the door is open, we make sure the lock, door, and window operate normally and you have your keys in hand. If a key is lost rather than locked inside, we can talk through replacement or programming options.

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What affects the price

  • The type of vehicle: some newer cars with advanced door electronics need more careful handling than older models.
  • The time of day and day of the week, since we work nights, weekends, and holidays as well as weekdays.
  • Your location within our service area and how far we travel to reach you.
  • Whether the keys are in the cabin or the trunk, or are lost entirely and need replacement.
  • Whether additional work is needed after entry, such as key cutting or transponder or fob programming.

Why Van Nuys chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so help comes to your car instead of you finding a shop.
  • In business since 1987, with experience across a wide range of vehicle makes and lock types.
  • Damage-free methods are the starting point, not an afterthought.
  • We can move from lockout to key replacement or transponder programming in the same visit when needed.
  • Clear communication about what affects cost before work begins, with no surprises.
  • Owner-led operation under David Shar, so standards stay consistent.

Car Lockout across Van Nuys

Van Nuys is a hub of the San Fernando Valley, and the places people park here vary widely. Around the Van Nuys Civic Center, the Valley Municipal Building, and the Van Nuys Courthouse, lots fill up on weekdays and a locked-in key can derail a court appearance or appointment. Along Van Nuys Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard, curbside parking and dense apartment corridors mean many residents juggle tight lots and shared spaces, which is where a spare key often turns out to be at home.

Further out, neighborhoods like Kester Ridge and the older streets around Sylvan Park, part of the original townsite, have driveways and street parking where a lockout can happen right outside your front door. Business activity around Van Nuys Airport and the auto-oriented strips also keeps vehicles coming and going at all hours, and we handle lockouts for fleet and personal cars alike.

We serve ZIP codes 91401, 91405, 91406, and 91411, and work near major routes including Victory Boulevard, Sherman Way, the I-405, and the US-101. If you are locked out anywhere in Van Nuys, call (323) 997-8867.

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Other Van Nuys locksmith services

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Car Lockout in Van Nuys — FAQs

Can you unlock my car in Van Nuys at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so nights, weekends, and holidays are covered. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where you are parked.
Will unlocking damage my car?
Our methods are chosen to avoid damage. We use professional lockout tools suited to your vehicle's door and window design, aiming to leave paint, weatherstripping, and electronics unharmed.
What if my keys are locked in the trunk?
We can help with that too. The method depends on the vehicle, so give us the make and model when you call (323) 997-8867 and we will plan the approach.
Do I need to prove the car is mine?
Yes. We ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization, such as ID that matches the registration or insurance, before opening any vehicle.
What if I lost my key instead of locking it inside?
After getting you into the car, we can discuss key replacement or transponder and fob programming, depending on your vehicle. Call (323) 997-8867 for details.
Can you come to a parking lot near the Van Nuys Government Center or airport?
Yes. We travel to wherever your vehicle is, including public lots, apartment parking, and business lots around Van Nuys Airport. Some locations may need permission from the property.
How is the price of a lockout decided?
It depends on factors such as vehicle type, time of day, your location, and whether extra work like key programming is needed. We explain these before starting.
Do you have a shop I can go to?
No. We are a fully mobile locksmith with no storefront, so we come to you in Van Nuys at any hour.
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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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