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Car Lockout Service in West Hills, California

Locked out of your car in West Hills? Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile car lockout service, coming to you wherever your vehicle is parked and unlocking it without damage. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, any day, and describe your vehicle and location so we can help you.

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A car lockout never picks a convenient moment. In West Hills it might happen in the parking lot near West Hills Hospital & Medical Center after a long shift, at the curb on Platt Ave while you carry groceries, or at a trailhead near the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve when you step out for a walk and the door clicks shut behind you. Keys on the seat, keys in the trunk, or a dead key fob inside a locked car all lead to the same frustrating place.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile, so there is no shop to travel to and no need to tow your car anywhere. We come to the vehicle, whether it is in a driveway, a school lot, a shopping center, or a quiet street in the foothills.

Our goal is simple: get you back into your car without scratching the paint, bending the door frame, or damaging the weatherstripping, window, or wiring inside the door. Modern cars have side airbags, electronic locks, and sensitive door wiring, so the method matters as much as the result. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through what is going on before anyone arrives.

How it works in West Hills

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    Call and describe the situation

    Phone (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model, and approximate year of the vehicle, where it is parked, and where your keys are. Knowing whether they are in the cabin, in the trunk, or lost entirely helps us choose the right approach.

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    Confirm you are the owner or authorized driver

    Before opening any vehicle we ask for reasonable proof that the car is yours or that you have permission to access it, such as ID and registration or insurance paperwork. This protects you and keeps us on the right side of the work.

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    We come to your vehicle

    Because we are fully mobile and available 24/7, we drive to your location, whether that is a hillside street near Bell Canyon, a lot along Victory Blvd, or a driveway in a tract neighborhood. We do not make timing promises we cannot keep, but we keep you informed.

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    Choose the least invasive entry method

    We use professional tools designed for vehicle entry, such as wedges and reach tools, and pick the technique suited to your car's door, window, and lock design. We protect paint and trim and avoid areas near airbags and wiring.

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    Unlock and verify everything works

    Once the door is open, we check that the lock, handle, and window operate normally and that nothing was disturbed. If your key is inside, you get it back right away.

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    Talk through a spare or replacement if needed

    If the lockout came from a lost key or a failing fob, we can discuss next steps, including spare key options, so you are less likely to be stranded again.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle type: newer cars with advanced door electronics or tighter door designs can take more care than older, simpler vehicles.
  • Time of day: because we work around the clock, late-night, weekend, and holiday calls may be priced differently than daytime appointments.
  • Location and access: a car in an open driveway is different from one in a tight parking structure or on a remote canyon road, and travel distance within our service area plays a role.
  • Whether the keys are inside or lost: a simple lockout is different from a situation that also needs a replacement key or fob programmed.
  • Trunk-only lockouts or unusual lock setups: some trunks and specialty vehicles need different techniques and additional time.

Why West Hills chooses us

  • Serving the Los Angeles area since 1987, so we have handled a very wide range of vehicles and lockout situations.
  • Fully mobile with no storefront, which means the service comes to your car instead of the other way around.
  • Damage-free entry is the priority; we choose methods that protect paint, weatherstripping, windows, and door wiring.
  • The owner, David Shar, leads the work, so there is clear accountability behind every call.
  • We give honest guidance on the phone, including when a lockout may not need a locksmith, such as a roadside assistance benefit you already have.
  • We are also a full residential and automotive locksmith, so if your lost key leads to a rekey or spare key need, we can handle it in one relationship.

Car Lockout across West Hills

West Hills stretches from the flat tract streets near Sherman Way and Vanowen St up to hillside homes along Valley Circle Blvd where the neighborhood meets the Bell Canyon edge. Lockouts happen throughout it: a school drop-off near Chaminade College Preparatory, an afternoon visit to Shadow Ranch Park, or a morning stop at Orcutt Ranch Horticultural Center where the car door locks with the keys still in the cup holder.

We regularly think about the way residents here use their cars. In the Shadow Ranch area and the Platt Village / Platt Ave corridor, many people park on the street or in driveways of 1960s to 1980s tract homes, which makes access easy for a mobile technician. In the hills off Valley Circle, narrower roads and gated entries can make it helpful to give us gate codes or clear directions when you call. Along Roscoe Blvd, Saticoy St, Fallbrook Ave, and Woodlake Ave, shopping center lots are common lockout spots.

We serve ZIP codes 91307, 91304, and 91308, so whether you are on the east side near Fallbrook Ave or up in the foothills, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to your car.

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Car Lockout in West Hills — FAQs

Can you unlock my car in West Hills without damaging it?
Yes, that is the goal on every call. We use professional vehicle entry tools and techniques chosen for your specific car so the paint, window, weatherstripping, and door wiring are protected. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your vehicle.
Do you work at night and on weekends?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour and we will talk through your situation.
Do I need to bring my car to you?
No. We are fully mobile and have no storefront. We come to wherever your car is parked in West Hills, whether that is a driveway, a hospital lot, or a hillside street.
What if my keys are locked in the trunk?
Trunk lockouts are common and we can usually help. The method depends on the vehicle, since some cars have interior release features and others need a different approach. Tell us the make and model when you call (323) 997-8867.
Will you ask for proof that the car is mine?
Yes. We ask for reasonable proof of ownership or authorization, such as ID and registration or insurance paperwork, before opening a vehicle. It protects you and anyone else whose car it might be.
What if I lost my car key entirely?
That is a different situation from a simple lockout, but we can talk it through. We can unlock the car first and then discuss replacement or spare key options based on your vehicle.
How much will a car lockout cost?
We do not publish flat rates here because the price depends on factors like your vehicle, the time of day, and your location. Call us and we will explain what applies to your situation.
Can you help if I am parked at a trailhead or park?
Often yes. If you are near the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve or a local park, give us clear directions and any landmarks, and note cell coverage. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will work out the details.
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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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