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Key Duplication in Burbank, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile key duplication in Burbank, California, cutting house, office, mailbox and restricted keys at your door. We are available 24/7, with no storefront to visit. Call (323) 997-8867 to tell us what you need copied and where you are.

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Most people think of key copying as a quick errand to a hardware counter. In Burbank, though, plenty of keys don't fit that picture. There are skeleton-style keys for old bungalow doors, small mailbox keys, keys stamped Do Not Duplicate, and office keys tied to a master system. Those are the keys that tend to get turned away at a kiosk, and they are the ones we are set up to handle.

Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile. David Shar has run the business since 1987, and we bring key-cutting equipment to your home, office, barn or business instead of asking you to come to us. You stay where you are, you watch the copy being made, and the new key is tested in your own lock before we leave. That matters, because a copy that looks right on the bench can still bind in a worn cylinder.

This page covers how on-location duplication works, what affects the cost, and what is specific to Burbank, from Magnolia Park's older homes to the Media District's offices and the horse properties of the Rancho District. If you are unsure whether your key can be copied at all, call and describe it. We will tell you honestly what is possible.

How it works in Burbank

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    Tell us what needs copying

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the key: where it is used, any markings on it, and how many copies you want. A photo of the key's head and any stamped text helps us arrive prepared. We are available 24/7, so the call can happen whenever it suits you.

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    We come to your location

    Because we are fully mobile, we travel to your home, office, stable or business anywhere in Burbank. There is nothing to drop off and no shop to visit. Your original key never leaves your sight.

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    Identify the key and the lock

    We check the keyway, the blank type, and the condition of the original. A worn original produces a poor copy, so we look at wear and, where it makes sense, check how the key behaves in the lock before cutting.

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    Verify authorization for restricted keys

    Restricted or patent-protected keys cannot simply be copied by anyone. We ask for appropriate authorization or proof of your right to the system before duplicating. This protects you, your building, and your property manager.

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    Cut, deburr and test

    We cut the new key on location, remove burrs so it enters smoothly, and test it in the actual lock or mailbox. If it sticks or turns roughly, we adjust or recut it rather than hand you something that will fail later.

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    Label and advise

    For multi-key or office jobs we can help you keep track of who holds which key. If an original is badly worn, we will tell you plainly whether rekeying or replacing the lock would serve you better than another copy of a tired key.

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What affects the price

  • The type of key: a standard house key is a different job from a high-security, restricted or dimple key that needs special blanks and equipment.
  • How many copies you need, since a single spare and a full set for an office or a household involve different amounts of work.
  • Condition of the original key, because a worn or bent original may need extra care or may call for rekeying instead of copying.
  • Whether the key is restricted and requires authorization or a specific factory blank that must be sourced.
  • The time and location of the visit, as after-hours, weekend and holiday service differ from daytime appointments.
  • Additional work requested alongside duplication, such as rekeying, a master key system, or replacing a corroded padlock.

Why Burbank chooses us

  • Fully mobile since 1987: the cutting happens at your door, not across town, so your original key stays in your hands.
  • Every copy is tested in your lock, not just compared against the original on a machine.
  • Comfort with older hardware, including mortise locks and skeleton-style keys common in Burbank's 1920s-40s bungalows.
  • Experience with restricted and office keys, including master-key planning for small businesses and production offices.
  • Honest advice when copying is not the right answer, such as when rekeying a lock is safer than duplicating a worn key.
  • 24/7 availability, so a lost-key situation at night or on a weekend does not have to wait for business hours.

Key Duplication across Burbank

Burbank's housing mix shapes the key work we see. In Magnolia Park, many 1920s-40s Spanish and California bungalows still carry their original mortise locks and skeleton-style hardware. Those keys are often decades old, thin from wear, and difficult to copy cleanly, so we take care to get a copy that actually turns. Homeowners near Magnolia Boulevard's antique row often want a spare for the old door and also want to add a modern Grade-1 deadbolt without altering the vintage look, and we can handle both on the same visit.

Over in the Rancho District, equestrian properties bring different needs. Barns, stables and tack rooms use padlocks that corrode in weather, and driveway gates wear out their locks from daily use. Duplicating keys for those, or replacing a failing padlock outright, is routine work for a mobile locksmith who can drive to the property. Homes around ZIP 91504 and 91505 also include 1950s ranch tracts where standard house keys and mailbox keys are the usual request.

The Media District and the areas around Warner Bros. Studios, Walt Disney Studios and Hollywood Burbank Airport add commercial demand. Production offices and aluminum-storefront strips along Olive Avenue, Hollywood Way and San Fernando Boulevard often need extra keys cut, master-key planning, or a rekey after crew turnover. Whether you are in ZIP 91502 near Downtown Burbank, or just off the I-5 or SR-134, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Key Duplication in Burbank — FAQs

Can you duplicate a key marked Do Not Duplicate in Burbank?
Often yes, since that stamp is not always legally binding, but it depends on the key. Truly restricted systems require authorization. Call (323) 997-8867 with a photo of the key and we will tell you what is possible.
Do I have to bring my key to a shop?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront. We come to your home, office or property anywhere in Burbank and cut the key on location.
Can you copy an old skeleton or mortise lock key from a Magnolia Park bungalow?
In many cases, yes. Older keys are often worn, so we check the fit carefully and test the copy in the lock. If the original is too worn, we may recommend rekeying the lock instead.
Can you make mailbox keys?
Yes, we can cut mailbox keys on location when the key or lock can be identified. Some cluster boxes are managed by the postal service or property manager, and we will tell you if that applies.
Can you help with padlocks and gate locks on Rancho District horse properties?
Yes. We can duplicate keys for tack-room padlocks and gate locks, or replace corroded and worn hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the setup.
Can you set up master keys for a Media District office?
Yes. We can plan and install master-key systems and rekey locks after staff or crew changes, so old keys no longer work.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will talk through what you need.
What if my key is too worn to copy well?
We will say so honestly. A copy of a worn key tends to inherit its problems, so rekeying or replacing the lock can be the better option. We can explain the tradeoffs on site.
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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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