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Panic Bar Installation in Claremont, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company installs and repairs panic bars, exit devices and emergency-exit hardware in Claremont, California. We are fully mobile and available 24/7, coming to your shop, school building, office or venue. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your door and get started.

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A panic bar is one of the few pieces of hardware that has to work perfectly on the worst day your building ever has. It lets people leave quickly with a single push, and it usually has to do that while the door still secures the space against unwanted entry. In Claremont, that covers a wide range of doors: retail shops in Claremont Village, classrooms and labs around The Claremont Colleges, church halls, studios, medical offices, and small commercial buildings along Foothill Blvd and Indian Hill Blvd.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar and the team handle exit device work as part of our commercial service. We are mobile only. There is no storefront to visit, so we bring the tools and hardware knowledge to the door itself, whether you need a new device installed, a worn one repaired, or an old one replaced because it no longer latches properly.

The right device depends on the door. A steel door in a back corridor, an aluminum storefront door with a narrow stile, a wood door in an older building, and a pair of double doors each call for different hardware and different prep. We look at what is actually in front of us, explain the options plainly, and install something suited to the door and how your building is used. For code questions, we recommend you confirm requirements with your local building or fire authority, since occupancy and egress rules vary by building.

How it works in Claremont

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    Tell us about the door

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the door: material, single or double, whether it already has an exit device, and what is going wrong or what you need. Photos help, but are not required to get the conversation started.

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    On-site assessment

    We come to your Claremont location and check the door, frame, hinges, closer and any existing hardware. A panic bar can only work as well as the door it is mounted on, so a sagging door or failing closer gets noted before we drill anything.

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    Choose the right device

    We go over options such as rim devices, vertical rod devices, mortise-style exit hardware, and trim or alarm features. We match the device to the door type, how the door is used, and whether it needs to stay locked from the outside.

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    Installation and alignment

    We mount the device, set the strike or latch hardware, and align everything so it releases smoothly under light pressure. On double doors, we make sure both leaves latch and release as intended.

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    Function testing

    We test the push action, latch retraction, outside trim or key operation if present, and how the door closes and re-secures on its own. You see it working before we finish.

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    Repairs and follow-up

    If you have an existing bar that sticks, rattles, fails to latch or has been damaged by a break-in attempt, we repair or replace worn parts. We also tell you what to watch for so small issues do not become failures.

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What affects the price

  • Whether you need a new installation, a repair of an existing device, or a full replacement of old hardware.
  • Door type and material, since steel, aluminum storefront, and wood doors need different prep and mounting methods.
  • Single door versus double doors, and whether a vertical rod or mullion is involved.
  • The type of device chosen, including features like outside trim, key cylinders, or alarm options.
  • Condition of the door, frame, and closer, which may need adjustment or replacement to get reliable operation.
  • Time of service, such as an after-hours or emergency visit versus a scheduled appointment.

Why Claremont chooses us

  • Fully mobile, 24/7 service, so a failed exit door or a damaged bar after a break-in does not have to wait for business hours.
  • In business since 1987, with commercial experience across many door and building types.
  • We assess the door and frame, not just the device, so the bar actually works after installation.
  • Clear explanation of options without pressure to buy features your building does not need.
  • Familiarity with both modern commercial storefronts and older buildings with period doors and hardware.
  • Direct contact with the owner-led team, with no storefront detour. We come to you.

Panic Bar Installation across Claremont

Claremont has an unusual mix of buildings for a city its size. Claremont Village, centered on Yale Ave, has small retail shops, restaurants and offices in older buildings where storefront doors take daily wear. A panic bar on a rear service door or a shared corridor exit in the 91711 ZIP code needs to survive constant use while keeping the space secure after closing.

The Claremont Colleges bring a different set of needs. Pomona, Harvey Mudd, Scripps, Claremont McKenna, Pitzer and the graduate institutions run academic buildings, labs, dorms and event spaces where exit devices are part of larger access-control and master-key setups. We can work on the exit hardware side of those doors and coordinate with how your keying is organized, though we only recommend work that fits your building's existing system and rules.

Farther out, businesses along Foothill Blvd, Base Line Rd, Towne Ave and Mills Ave, plus spaces serving visitors near the California Botanic Garden or neighborhoods like North Claremont and Claraboya, may have community rooms, offices or workshops that need compliant, dependable exits. Wherever you are, with I-10 and SR-210 close by, we come to you at any hour. Call (323) 997-8867.

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See all of our Claremont services, or our citywide panic bar installation page.

Panic Bar Installation in Claremont — FAQs

Do you install panic bars in Claremont at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 any time to discuss an emergency repair or schedule an installation.
What is the difference between a panic bar and an exit device?
The terms are often used interchangeably. A panic bar is the push bar most people recognize, while exit device is the broader category, including rim, vertical rod and mortise styles.
Can you repair my existing panic bar instead of replacing it?
Often, yes. Worn latches, loose mounting, sticking mechanisms and misaligned strikes can frequently be repaired. If the device is badly worn or damaged, we will tell you honestly when replacement makes more sense.
Can a panic bar be installed on any door?
Not always. The door needs to be sound and the right type for the device. Hollow or weak doors, damaged frames, or narrow aluminum stiles may need specific hardware or repairs first.
Do you work on doors at The Claremont Colleges?
We can work on exit hardware for commercial and institutional buildings in Claremont. For campus buildings, access typically needs authorization from the facilities contact. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through the details.
Will a panic bar still keep my door secure from the outside?
Yes, in most cases. Many devices stay latched against entry from outside, with options such as key-operated trim. We help you choose a configuration that fits how the door is used.
Do I need to meet specific fire or building codes?
Egress requirements depend on your building type and occupancy. We recommend checking with your local building or fire authority, and we can install hardware suited to what they require.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are mobile only and come to your Claremont location. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will arrange a visit.
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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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