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Lock Repair in Claremont, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock repair in Claremont, California, fixing sticking, jammed, loose and misaligned locks, deadbolts and latches at your door. We come to you, so there is no shop visit. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem and get started.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A lock that sticks, spins loosely, or needs a shoulder bump to latch is usually telling you something specific. Maybe the door has shifted with the seasons, a strike plate has drifted out of line, or the internal parts are worn. In many cases the lock does not need to be replaced. It needs to be diagnosed correctly and repaired, and that is the work we do in Claremont.

Claremont has an unusual mix of buildings. Around the Village and the older streets nearby there are Craftsman bungalows and period homes from the early 1900s, many with original hardware that owners want to keep working. North Claremont and Claraboya have newer and hillside houses with modern deadbolts and multipoint hardware. The Claremont Colleges add institutional doors, door closers and keyed systems. Each of these calls for a different approach to repair.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead tech David Shar. We are fully mobile and available around the clock. We do not operate a storefront. Our tools and parts travel with us, and the repair happens at your door.

How it works in Claremont

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    Tell us what the lock is doing

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the symptoms: a key that binds, a deadbolt that will not fully throw, a handle that wobbles, a latch that misses the strike. Details such as whether it happens in cold mornings, after the door is slammed, or only from one side help us arrive prepared.

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    Inspect the lock and the door together

    Many lock problems are really door problems. We check the lock, the latch, the strike plate, the hinges and how the door sits in its frame. On an older Claremont home, we also look at whether the door has swelled, settled or been repainted so many times that the bolt now rubs.

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    Decide between repair, rebuild or replacement

    We explain what we found and the realistic options. A worn cylinder might be cleaned and rekeyed or swapped. A mortise lock on a historic door can often be serviced and kept in place. If a lock is truly past saving, we say so and walk through replacement choices before doing anything.

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    Make the repair

    We realign strike plates, tighten or replace loose hardware, service sticking mechanisms, replace worn internal parts where available, or adjust the door's fit. We work to keep original finishes intact, which matters on period hardware.

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    Test it thoroughly

    We cycle the lock repeatedly with every key, check the latch with the door fully closed, and confirm it operates smoothly from inside and out. You should be able to lock and unlock it without effort before we finish.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock involved: a standard residential deadbolt, a vintage mortise lock, a multipoint system, or an institutional cylinder each involve different parts and labor.
  • Whether the fault is in the lock itself or in the door, frame or strike plate, since door adjustments and lock repairs are different kinds of work.
  • Parts availability, which can matter with original or discontinued hardware on older homes.
  • Whether the repair also involves rekeying, adding keys, or coordinating with an existing master-key system.
  • The time of day and urgency of the call, since we are available 24/7 and after-hours service differs from a scheduled daytime visit.
  • How many locks need attention in the same visit, which can make the trip more efficient.

Why Claremont chooses us

  • Fully mobile service. We come to your home, shop or office in Claremont rather than asking you to bring hardware anywhere.
  • Experience with older hardware. Since 1987 we have worked on mortise locks and period fixtures that many modern installers prefer to simply replace.
  • A repair-first mindset. If a lock can be reliably fixed, we will tell you so rather than steering you toward replacement.
  • Honest assessments. If the real culprit is a swollen door or a loose hinge, we say that instead of selling you a new lock.
  • Round-the-clock availability, so a lock that fails on a late evening or weekend does not have to wait.
  • Owner-led operation under David Shar, so the standards stay consistent from call to call.

Lock Repair across Claremont

In Claremont Village, the streets around Yale Avenue are lined with Craftsman bungalows and period homes where original mortise locks are part of the character. Owners here often want a sticking latch or a worn mortise body restored rather than replaced. We also handle the practical side of Village life, including lock trouble at small retail shops and offices near the Yale Avenue corridor. If you are in the 91711 ZIP code and a lock is failing, we can come to you.

The Claremont Colleges, including Pomona, Harvey Mudd, Scripps, Claremont McKenna and Pitzer, rely on larger access-control and master-key systems across dorms, labs and academic buildings. Repair work in those settings needs care so it fits with the existing keying. Off-campus rentals and faculty housing nearby have more everyday needs, such as deadbolts that no longer throw smoothly.

Further north, North Claremont and the hillside Claraboya area have newer homes and different challenges, including doors that shift with temperature and sun exposure. Whether you live near Claremont Hills Wilderness Park, close to the California Botanic Garden, or just off Indian Hill Blvd, Base Line Rd, Towne Ave or Foothill Blvd, we travel to you. Our mobile service reaches homes near I-10 and SR-210 as well.

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Lock Repair in Claremont — FAQs

Can you repair the original mortise lock on my Claremont Craftsman?
Often, yes. Many mortise locks can be cleaned, adjusted and rebuilt rather than replaced. We inspect it first and tell you honestly whether it is worth restoring. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe what it is doing.
My deadbolt is hard to turn. Does it need replacing?
Not necessarily. Stiff deadbolts are frequently caused by a misaligned strike plate or a door that has shifted, not a failed lock. We check both before recommending parts.
Do you offer lock repair at night or on weekends in Claremont?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. If a lock fails after hours, call (323) 997-8867 and we will discuss what you are dealing with.
Do I need to bring the lock to a shop?
No. We do not have a storefront. Everything is done at your door, with our tools and parts coming to you.
Can you work on locks within the Claremont Colleges' key systems?
We can discuss repair work on locks tied to master-key or access-control setups. Because those systems must stay consistent, it is best to coordinate with the responsible facilities contact and describe the situation when you call.
How do you price a lock repair?
Pricing depends on factors like the lock type, parts needed, whether the door itself needs adjustment, and the time of the call. We explain the scope before work begins so there are no surprises.
What if the key is stuck or broken in the lock?
Do not force it, since that can make things worse. Call us and we can often extract the piece and then repair or rekey the lock as needed.
Will repairing my lock change the keys?
Not usually. A repair normally keeps your existing keys working. If you want new keys, we can rekey the lock as a separate step.
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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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