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Key Fob Replacement in West Hollywood, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides key fob replacement in West Hollywood, California, 24 hours a day. We are fully mobile, so we come to your car, whether it is on the Sunset Strip or a side street in Norma Triangle. Call (323) 997-8867 to get started.

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A lost or failing key fob rarely picks a convenient moment. In West Hollywood it tends to happen after a late dinner on Santa Monica Blvd, in a tight garage under a courtyard apartment building, or outside a high-rise off Sunset Blvd when the car simply will not recognize the key. Replacing a modern fob is more than cutting metal. The new remote or smart key has to be matched electronically to your vehicle's immobilizer and security system, and that takes the right equipment and the know-how to use it.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and our owner and lead technician, David Shar, built the business on showing up and doing the work properly. We are mobile only. There is no storefront to drive to, which matters in a dense city where parking is scarce and your car may be stuck where it is. We bring the service to wherever the vehicle is parked.

This page covers how a fob replacement works, what changes the cost, and what is specific to West Hollywood: the street parking, the garages in older buildings, and the way many residents share one car or have lost their only key. If you are unsure what kind of key your car uses, call (323) 997-8867 and we will help you sort it out.

How it works in West Hollywood

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    Tell us about the vehicle and your situation

    When you call, we ask for the make, model, and year, and whether you have any working key left. We also ask where the car is parked and whether it will start. This tells us whether you need a basic remote, a flip key, or a push-button smart key.

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    We come to your location

    We are 24/7 and fully mobile, so we travel to your car, whether it sits in a residential garage, a condo parking structure, or on the street near Melrose Ave. You do not need to tow the vehicle to us.

  3. 3

    Verify ownership

    Before we make or program any key, we confirm that you own or are authorized to use the vehicle. Expect to show identification and registration or other proof. This protects you and it is standard practice for a responsible locksmith.

  4. 4

    Cut and prepare the new key or fob

    If your key includes an emergency blade, we cut it to match your vehicle's lock. We then prepare the fob's electronics so it can be paired to your car's system.

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    Program the fob to the vehicle

    We pair the new fob with the car's immobilizer and remote functions using professional programming equipment. Depending on the vehicle, this may also involve adding the key to the car's memory or removing a lost key so it no longer works.

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    Test everything before we leave

    We check that the car starts, and that lock, unlock, trunk, and any panic or remote start buttons work. If the fob needs a battery, we make sure that is sorted too, so you are not calling us back a month later.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model, and year, since some brands use far more complex security systems than others
  • The type of key: a basic remote, a flip key, or a proximity smart key with push-button start
  • Whether you have a working key to copy, or all keys are lost and a new one must be created from scratch
  • Whether an old lost fob should be erased from the car's memory for security
  • The time of day or night you need service, given that we are available around the clock
  • Whether the vehicle needs additional work, such as a damaged ignition or a worn emergency key blade

Why West Hollywood chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so you never have to move a car you cannot start or find parking at a shop
  • Serving the Los Angeles area since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work
  • 24/7 availability for late-night Strip emergencies and early-morning commutes alike
  • We verify ownership before programming, which protects you from key misuse
  • We test every function before leaving, not just whether the car starts
  • Straightforward explanations of options, including when a repair or a battery swap may solve the problem instead of a full replacement

Key Fob Replacement across West Hollywood

West Hollywood is compact, busy, and car-challenged in its own particular ways. On the Sunset Strip near the Whisky a Go Go and The Roxy, street parking is tight and valet is common, which means keys get misplaced or left behind more often than anyone admits. A resident in a high-rise near Sierra Towers might come down to the garage and find a fob that suddenly will not register. We handle those calls in 90069 and the surrounding area, working in the garage or at the curb.

Further east and south, the neighborhoods change character. In Boystown along Santa Monica Blvd, nightlife and tight parking make lost fobs a regular problem. In the Avenues and Design District around Melrose Ave and the Pacific Design Center, many people park in shared lots or garages. Around Norma Triangle and West Hollywood West, small-lot homes and driveways make for easier access, though street-parked cars still need a locksmith who can come to them. We also work in nearby ZIP codes including 90046, 90048, and 90038.

Much of the city's housing is older: 1920s and 1930s Spanish courtyard apartments, Art Deco buildings, and mid-century dingbats with tight, shared parking. We are used to working in narrow garages and tandem spaces. Whether your car is near Book Soup, Chateau Marmont, The Comedy Store, or off La Cienega Blvd, Fairfax Ave, or Doheny Dr, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Key Fob Replacement in West Hollywood — FAQs

Can you replace a key fob if I lost every key to my car?
Yes, in most cases. Even with no working key, we can usually create and program a new one on site once we verify ownership. Call (323) 997-8867 with your vehicle details and we will tell you what to expect.
Do I need to tow my car to you?
No. We are fully mobile and come to the car, whether it is in a West Hollywood garage, a driveway, or on the street. There is no storefront to visit.
Are you available at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7, which suits West Hollywood's late-night schedule. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour.
Will the old lost fob still work after you program a new one?
Often we can erase the lost fob from the car's memory so it can no longer start or unlock the vehicle. Whether this is possible depends on the make and model. Ask us when you call.
What do I need to show to get a new fob?
We ask for identification and proof that you own or are authorized to use the vehicle, such as registration or title. This is a standard security step.
Is my fob dead, or does it just need a battery?
Sometimes a weak battery is the whole problem. If your fob works only up close or works intermittently, a battery swap may fix it. We can check this first so you do not pay for a replacement you do not need.
Can you handle push-button start smart keys?
Yes. We program proximity smart keys as well as standard remotes and flip keys. Compatibility depends on the vehicle, so give us the make, model, and year when you call (323) 997-8867.
How is the price determined?
It depends on the vehicle, the type of key, whether you have a working key, and the time you need service. We explain what applies to your situation before starting work.
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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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