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Broken Key Extraction in Agoura Hills, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile broken key extraction in Agoura Hills, California. If a key has snapped off in a door, deadbolt, padlock, or ignition, we come to you, remove the broken piece, and cut a working replacement. Call (323) 997-8867 any time.

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A key that snaps off in a lock is one of those problems that feels small until it leaves you standing outside your own home, or unable to start your car. In Agoura Hills the usual causes are familiar: a deadbolt that has stiffened after years of summer heat, a worn key that has been copied from a copy, or a gate or barn padlock that has weathered a lot of sun and dust. The broken piece is often only a few millimeters from the surface, yet it can be impossible to grab by hand.

Our work is to get the fragment out without damaging the lock whenever that is realistic, and then cut a new key so you are not left with a lock that works only until the next accident. Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on arriving with the tools needed to finish the job at your location.

We are fully mobile and available around the clock. There is no storefront to visit, so you do not need to get anywhere with a broken key in your pocket. Whether it happens in a Morrison Ranch driveway at midnight or in a retail doorway along Agoura Road, call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through what happened and what to expect.

How it works in Agoura Hills

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    Tell us what broke and where

    When you call (323) 997-8867, we ask what kind of lock it is, how much of the key is sticking out, and whether you still have the other half. That helps us bring the right extractors and key blanks to your Agoura Hills address.

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    Look at the lock and the fragment

    On arrival we inspect the keyway with proper lighting. We check how deep the piece sits, whether it is bent or cracked, and whether the lock itself is already worn or damaged. This decides the safest way to remove it.

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    Extract the broken piece

    Using thin extraction tools made for this job, we hook or grip the fragment and draw it straight out. We avoid forcing or drilling unless the lock leaves no other choice, because gentler methods usually keep the lock usable.

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    Check the lock's condition

    After the piece is out, we test the cylinder and pins. A lock that was already sticking, common with older deadbolts, may need cleaning, rekeying, or replacement, and we explain that plainly before doing anything extra.

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    Cut a working replacement key

    We cut a new key from the lock or from the remaining half of your key, then test it repeatedly so the lock turns smoothly. For vehicles, ignition and transponder details are handled according to the make and model.

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    Review options before we leave

    If the lock is worn, we show you choices such as rekeying or upgrading hardware. Nothing is added without your agreement, and you leave knowing why the key broke and how to avoid a repeat.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock involved, since a standard house deadbolt, a padlock, and a vehicle ignition each call for different tools and effort.
  • How deep the broken fragment is lodged and whether it is bent, jammed, or partly turned in the cylinder.
  • Whether a replacement key is needed and how complex it is, such as a basic brass key versus a high-security or transponder key.
  • The condition of the lock afterward, because a damaged or heavily worn cylinder may need rekeying or replacement rather than just extraction.
  • Time of day and location, since we serve Agoura Hills around the clock and after-hours calls differ from scheduled visits.
  • The number of locks involved, as with a barn, gate, and main house on one property or a set of HOA locks.

Why Agoura Hills chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so the work happens at your door, gate, barn, or car rather than requiring a trip anywhere.
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work and understanding how older locks behave.
  • Extraction first, drilling last: we try to save the lock when that is practical instead of replacing it by default.
  • We can cut the replacement key on the spot, so the job ends with a working key rather than a promise.
  • Familiarity with the local mix of 1970s and 80s tract hardware, ranch-property padlocks and gates, and storefront locks.
  • Plain explanations of whether a lock is worn out, so you decide on upgrades without pressure.

Broken Key Extraction across Agoura Hills

Agoura Hills has a wide range of lock situations. Around Morrison Ranch and the tract-home streets off Kanan Road, many houses date to the 1970s and 80s, and original deadbolts have had decades of heat and daily use. A stiff, worn lock is a common reason a key twists and snaps, and a rekey or hardware upgrade is often the sensible follow-up once the fragment is out.

In Old Agoura, the equestrian properties bring different needs: barn padlocks, tack-room locks, and driveway gate locks exposed to sun, dust, and weather. A key snapped in a gate lock can leave a whole property awkward to access, and we can extract it, cut a new key, and look at whether the lock should be rekeyed or replaced. Around Lake Lindero, condos and townhomes often involve shared common-area locks and cluster mailboxes, where broken keys can be handled alongside rekeying for the community.

We serve ZIP codes 91301 and 91376, and our trucks cover the US-101 corridor, Agoura Road, Cornell Road, and the shops near Whizin's Market Square. Whether you are near Ladyface Mountain, Chumash Park, or the hillside custom homes, call (323) 997-8867 at any hour.

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Broken Key Extraction in Agoura Hills — FAQs

Can you really remove a broken key without damaging my lock?
Often, yes. Extraction tools are designed to pull a fragment out of the keyway without harming the pins. If the lock is already badly worn or the piece is jammed hard, we will tell you what we find before choosing the next step. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your situation.
Do you serve Agoura Hills at night and on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we can come to your home, barn, business, or vehicle in Agoura Hills at any hour. Call (323) 997-8867.
What should I do before you arrive?
Stop using the key and do not try to turn it further, since that can push the fragment deeper. Keep any broken pieces, including the part still in your hand, because they help us cut an accurate replacement.
Can you make a new key if the original broke into two pieces?
Usually. We can cut a new key from the pieces, or from the lock itself if needed. Keeping both halves helps, but it is not always required.
My deadbolt seized in the summer heat and the key snapped. Is that common?
It happens with older tract-home deadbolts that have stiffened over time. After extraction we check the lock and may recommend cleaning, rekeying, or replacing it so it does not fail again.
Can you handle padlocks and gate locks on a horse property?
Yes. Barn padlocks and driveway gate locks are common calls in Old Agoura. We can extract the broken key, cut a replacement, and rekey or replace worn hardware if you want.
Do you extract keys from car ignitions too?
Yes, we handle broken keys in vehicle ignitions and doors. Tell us the make, model, and year when you call (323) 997-8867 so we can prepare for the right key type.
Can you help an HOA with several locks?
Yes. For townhome communities near Lake Lindero, we can extract broken keys from common-area locks and cluster mailboxes and discuss rekeying so everything works with a consistent set of keys.
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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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