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Emergency Locksmith in Glendale, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 emergency locksmith service in Glendale, California, for lockouts, broken keys, failed locks and break-in damage. We are fully mobile and come to you, day or night. For urgent help anywhere in Glendale, call (323) 997-8867 and speak with a real locksmith.

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A lockout never picks a good time. In Glendale it might happen at midnight outside a 1960s apartment building off Glenoaks Boulevard, on a cold morning in the Verdugo Woodlands, or after a late dinner near The Americana at Brand. Our emergency service exists for those moments: a person who knows locks answers, and a mobile technician is dispatched to wherever you are standing.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business around being reachable at any hour. We are 24/7 and fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit, because the shop is the truck, and that is how we reach homes, cars, offices and shops across Glendale.

Emergency work here is rarely one-size-fits-all. Glendale mixes 1920s Spanish and Mediterranean Revival homes with original mortise hardware, hillside custom houses, a big stock of older apartments and condos, fob-controlled high-rises along Brand Boulevard, and aluminum-storefront retail downtown. Each calls for a different approach, and the goal is always the same: get you in or secured with as little damage as possible, then make sure the lock is dependable afterward.

How it works in Glendale

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any time. Tell us what lock is involved, whether it is a house, apartment, car or business, and whether anyone, such as a child or pet, is locked inside. That helps us bring the right tools the first time.

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    Confirm who you are and your right to enter

    Before opening anything, we ask for reasonable proof that you live in, own or are authorized to access the property. This protects you and your neighbors, and it is a normal part of working with a responsible locksmith.

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    Non-destructive entry first

    Whenever possible we use picking, bypass or specialty entry methods that leave the lock and door intact. Older mortise locks in Rossmoyne and wafer-style apartment locks usually respond well to this approach.

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    Repair, rekey or replace on the spot

    If a key broke, a lock is worn out, or a door was forced, we explain your options plainly. Often a rekey or repair is enough. If hardware is damaged beyond reasonable repair, we can replace it and secure the opening before we leave.

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    Test everything and hand over keys

    We operate the lock repeatedly from both sides, confirm the door closes and latches properly, and give you working keys. If it makes sense, we also suggest follow-up steps like rekeying after lost keys.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock involved, since a standard deadbolt, an antique mortise set, a high-security cylinder and a fob-controlled entry each take different skills and time.
  • Whether the lock can be opened without damage or needs drilling or part replacement.
  • What follow-up work is needed, such as rekeying, new keys, a replacement deadbolt or securing a damaged door.
  • Location and access, including hillside driveways, gated buildings or parking situations that affect how we reach the door.
  • The time of day and the urgency of the call, since after-hours and overnight dispatch involves different logistics than a daytime appointment.
  • The number of locks or doors involved, as in a multi-unit rekey or a business with several entries.

Why Glendale chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so help comes to your location instead of you having to find a shop.
  • Operating since 1987 under owner David Shar, with long experience across Southern California housing and commercial hardware.
  • Comfort with older hardware like the original mortise locks found in 1920s Spanish and Mediterranean Revival homes, where careful work matters.
  • Experience with apartment and condo setups, including wafer entry locks, intercom-era buildings and master-key systems.
  • A preference for non-destructive entry, so your door, frame and lock are left in good condition whenever that is possible.
  • Straightforward explanations of your options, with no pressure to replace hardware that can be repaired or rekeyed.

Emergency Locksmith across Glendale

Glendale sits between the Verdugo Mountains and the freeway network of SR-134, SR-2 and I-5, which makes it easy for us to reach from almost any direction. We regularly think about the variety of buildings here. In Rossmoyne and Adams Hill, many Spanish Revival homes still carry their original mortise hardware, and a good emergency call can end with those locks serviced, keyed alike and paired with a modern deadbolt rather than torn out. In Verdugo Woodlands, hillside and custom homes bring steep driveways and newer smart or multipoint hardware.

Closer to the center of town, Brand Boulevard, Central Avenue and Colorado Street hold apartments, condos, offices and shops. A condo resident locked out of a fob or high-security entry may need after-hours mechanical entry followed by a rekey. A property manager taking over a large apartment building near downtown may need twenty or more units rekeyed and a fresh master-key system. Downtown retail with aluminum storefronts brings its own lockout and lock failure calls, often near the Glendale Galleria or the Alex Theatre area.

We serve all Glendale ZIP codes, including 91201, 91202, 91203, 91204, 91205, 91206, 91207 and 91208, from areas near Forest Lawn Memorial Park to the streets around Brand Library. Whatever the address, call (323) 997-8867 and we will dispatch a mobile technician.

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Emergency Locksmith in Glendale — FAQs

Do you really work 24/7 in Glendale?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available around the clock for Glendale emergencies, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 to reach us.
Do I need to come to your shop?
No. We are fully mobile and have no storefront. A technician comes to your home, car, apartment or business wherever you are in Glendale.
Will you damage my door or lock to get me in?
We try non-destructive methods first, such as picking or bypass, and only move to drilling or replacement if the lock is damaged or cannot be opened otherwise. We explain that before doing it.
Can you work on the original mortise locks in my older Glendale home?
Yes. We are comfortable with older mortise hardware like that found in many Rossmoyne and Adams Hill homes, and we can service it, rekey it or pair it with a new deadbolt if you want.
I am locked out of my Brand Boulevard condo with a fob entry. What can you do?
We can often provide after-hours mechanical entry to your unit and rekey the lock afterward. Building access control may be managed separately, so call (323) 997-8867 and describe what you have.
What do I need to show before you open a door?
We ask for reasonable proof that you live at or are authorized to enter the property, such as an ID with a matching address or lease paperwork. This protects residents and owners.
Can you rekey many apartment units after a property manager change?
Yes. We handle multi-unit rekeys and can set up a new master-key system so the old keys no longer work. It is best to call ahead at (323) 997-8867 to plan the scope.
How is the price of an emergency call determined?
It depends on the lock type, whether entry is non-destructive, what repairs or rekeying follow, access conditions and the time of day. We discuss these factors with you when you call.
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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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