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Gate Lock Repair in Duarte, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile gate lock repair in Duarte, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We repair and install gate locks and latches, including keypad and smart gate locks, and come to your property. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem.

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  • Available 24/7
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A gate lock is the first barrier between your property and the street, and it takes more abuse than almost any other lock you own. It sits outdoors in sun, sprinkler overspray and the occasional foothill storm, and it gets slammed, kicked, and pulled on all day. In Duarte, that means side-yard gates on 1950s and 1960s ranch homes in Butler and Cotter, pool and backyard gates, driveway gates on custom homes, and shared gates at condo and apartment buildings.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and gate hardware is a regular part of that work. Typical calls include a latch that no longer catches, a lock that has seized with rust, a gate that drops and stops lining up with its strike, a keypad that stopped responding, or a lock someone tried to force. Sometimes the fix is a cleaning and adjustment. Sometimes the hardware is worn out and replacement is the honest answer.

We are fully mobile. There is no shop to drive to, because our technician brings the tools and common parts to your gate. Lead tech and owner David Shar has seen how quickly a small gate problem turns into a security problem, so we focus on getting the gate secure and working properly, and we explain what we find before any work begins.

How it works in Duarte

  1. 1

    You call, we talk through the problem

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us what the gate is made of (wood, wrought iron, aluminum, chain link), what type of lock or latch is on it, and what is happening. A photo of the hardware can help us bring the right parts.

  2. 2

    We come to your Duarte property

    Because we are fully mobile, we drive to your home, building or business. There is nothing to drop off. We start by looking at the gate as a whole, not just the lock.

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    Diagnosis of the lock, latch and gate alignment

    Many gate lock failures are really alignment problems. A sagging hinge, a shifted post or a warped wood frame can stop a good latch from catching. We check hinges, strike, post, and the lock itself, and look for rust, debris or signs of forced entry.

  4. 4

    Clear options before work starts

    We explain whether repair, adjustment or replacement makes sense. If you are considering a keypad or smart gate lock, we go over how it is powered, how codes are managed, and whether it suits your gate type and weather exposure.

  5. 5

    Repair or installation

    We repair, rekey or replace the lock and latch, and correct alignment where needed. For keypad and smart locks, we mount the unit, set up codes and confirm it works reliably from both sides of the gate.

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    Final testing and walkthrough

    We operate the gate repeatedly, test the latch with the gate swinging naturally, and show you how to use and maintain the hardware. Anyone who needs keys or codes gets them before we leave.

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What affects the price

  • Whether the job is a repair or adjustment of existing hardware or a full replacement of the lock and latch.
  • The type of lock: a basic mechanical latch, a keyed gate lock, a keypad lock, or a smart lock with app or remote features.
  • Gate material and condition, since wood, wrought iron and aluminum mount hardware differently and a sagging or rusted gate may need extra work.
  • Whether hinges, strike plates or posts need correcting so the new lock actually works.
  • Rekeying multiple gate locks to match your existing keys versus a single lock.
  • Time of day and urgency, such as an after-hours call to secure a gate following a break-in attempt.

Why Duarte chooses us

  • Fully mobile service. We come to your gate in Duarte rather than asking you to bring hardware anywhere.
  • Available 24/7, including nights and weekends, when a damaged gate lock leaves a property exposed.
  • In business since 1987, with long experience in the weathered, outdoor hardware that gate work involves.
  • We look at the whole gate, including hinges and alignment, so you do not pay to replace a lock that was fine.
  • Experience with keypad and smart gate locks as well as traditional keyed latches, with honest advice about which suits your setup.
  • Straightforward explanations of options before work begins, with no pressure to upgrade.

Gate Lock Repair across Duarte

Duarte's housing mix shapes the gate work we see. In the Butler and Cotter neighborhoods, many 1950s and 1960s single-story ranch and tract homes have side-yard and backyard gates that have been opened and closed for decades. Latches wear, wood gates swell and shift, and an old padlock hasp or thumb latch is often the only thing keeping the gate shut. Homeowners there often want a sturdier, keyed or keypad latch, and sometimes want the gate lock keyed to match the rest of the house after a purchase.

Farther toward the foothills, custom homes around Royal Oaks and the Fish Canyon area often have driveway and pedestrian gates that face more exposure and more concern about security, especially after a break-in attempt. In those cases we look at the gate lock alongside the deadbolts on the house so the whole perimeter is consistent. Properties in ZIP code 91010 near Huntington Drive (Route 66) and Mountain Avenue, and those in 91009 closer to the foothills, are all within our mobile service area.

We also work with condo and apartment properties near the A Line and with households tied to the City of Hope medical campus, where busy schedules make a gate that will not latch or a keypad that has stopped working more than an annoyance. Whether you are near Encanto Park, along the Duarte Recreational Trail, or just off I-210 or I-605, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Gate Lock Repair in Duarte — FAQs

Do you repair gate locks in Duarte at night or on weekends?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7 and fully mobile. If your gate will not latch or has been tampered with, call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will help get it secured.
Can you fix a gate latch that no longer catches?
Often, yes. A latch that misses is frequently caused by a sagging gate, loose hinges or a shifted post rather than a broken lock. We check alignment first and adjust or replace parts as needed.
Do you install keypad and smart gate locks?
Yes. We install keypad and smart gate locks and set up access codes. We will talk through power source, weather exposure and gate type to help you choose something that will last outdoors.
My gate lock is rusted and stuck. Can it be saved?
Sometimes cleaning and lubrication restore a lock, but heavily corroded hardware is usually better replaced. We will tell you honestly which situation you have before doing any work.
Can you match the gate lock to my house keys?
In many cases we can rekey or choose a compatible gate lock so one key works for multiple doors and gates. This is common after buying a home in areas like Butler or Cotter. Call (323) 997-8867 to ask about your setup.
What should I do if someone tried to break my gate lock?
Avoid touching the damaged area more than necessary and call us. We can inspect the damage, replace the compromised hardware, and look at nearby deadbolts and doors. If a crime occurred, report it to local law enforcement.
How much does gate lock repair cost?
It depends on whether you need a repair or replacement, the lock type, the gate material and condition, and the time of the call. We explain the options before starting work so there are no surprises.
Do I need to bring the lock anywhere?
No. We are mobile only and have no storefront. We come to your property in Duarte with tools and common parts. To get started, call (323) 997-8867.
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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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