Open 24/7 · Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County

(323) 997-8867
Crenshaw Lock

Gate Lock Repair in Glendale · 24/7 mobile

Gate Lock Repair in Glendale, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides fully mobile gate lock repair in Glendale, California, including latches, keypad locks, and smart gate locks. We are available 24/7 and come to your property. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem and get a technician headed your way.

  • Mobile to your Glendale location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
Call (323) 997-8867or tap to call — we answer 24/7
Keyed lock on a wrought iron gate at golden hour
Open now(323) 997-8867

A gate lock is easy to ignore until it fails. Then the side yard won't latch, the driveway gate won't open, or a keypad stops accepting a code that worked yesterday. In Glendale, where properties range from older Spanish-style homes with wrought-iron gates to hillside lots with long driveways and multi-unit buildings with shared pedestrian and garage gates, a failed gate lock is both an inconvenience and a security gap.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and the owner and lead technician, David Shar, has seen nearly every way a gate lock can wear out. Sun, coastal-valley dust, moisture, misaligned hinges, and years of slamming take a toll on latches and cylinders. Sometimes the fix is a cleaning and adjustment. Sometimes it is a new latch, a replaced cylinder, or a full swap to a keypad or smart lock.

We are a fully mobile service. There is no storefront to visit; we bring tools, common hardware, and parts to your gate, whether it is a pedestrian gate at a duplex, a swing gate at a hillside driveway, or a gate serving a small commercial lot. We work 24/7, so a gate that will not secure at night does not have to wait for morning.

How it works in Glendale

  1. 1

    You call and describe the gate

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what kind of gate it is (pedestrian, swing, or sliding), what material it is made of, and what the lock is doing. Photos of the latch and lock body help us bring the right parts.

  2. 2

    On-site inspection

    We look at more than the lock. A gate that sags, a latch that no longer lines up with its strike, or a post that has shifted can mimic a lock failure. We test the lock, latch, hinges, and alignment before recommending anything.

  3. 3

    Repair or replace, explained plainly

    If cleaning, lubricating, realigning, or replacing a worn part solves the problem, we say so. If the lock is past saving or badly mismatched to the gate, we explain the replacement options, including keyed, keypad, and smart locks, before starting.

  4. 4

    Installation and fitting

    We install or repair the hardware so the latch engages cleanly and the key or code works smoothly. For outdoor use we favor weather-appropriate hardware and check that the lock closes properly without needing to be forced.

  5. 5

    Keys, codes, and testing

    We cut or rekey keys as needed, set up keypad codes, and walk through how the lock works. For smart gate locks we help you set up user access so everyone who needs entry has it.

  6. 6

    Final check

    Before leaving, we operate the gate several times, confirm it latches and releases reliably, and make sure you are comfortable using it.

Need gate lock repair in Glendale?

24/7 Mobile Locksmith across Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County. We answer 24/7.

Call (323) 997-8867

What affects the price

  • Type of gate and material: a wrought-iron swing gate, a wood side gate, an aluminum pedestrian gate, and a sliding gate each need different hardware and fitting.
  • Repair versus replacement: adjusting or replacing a single worn part is a different scope than installing a complete new lock set.
  • Lock technology: a basic keyed latch, a mechanical keypad lock, and a smart or connected lock differ in hardware cost and setup time.
  • Alignment and gate condition: if hinges, posts, or strike plates need correction for the lock to work, that adds labor.
  • Number of gates or locks: a property with several gates, or a building needing matching keys across entrances, is priced differently than a single gate.
  • Time and location of the call: after-hours service and difficult-to-reach hillside properties can affect the overall quote.

Why Glendale chooses us

  • Fully mobile, 24/7: we come to your gate at any hour, with no storefront detour.
  • In business since 1987: decades of hands-on experience with gate hardware across Greater Los Angeles.
  • Owner-led: David Shar leads the work, so there is accountability behind the service.
  • We diagnose the whole gate: many failed gate locks are really alignment or hinge problems, and we check for that before selling you new hardware.
  • Honest repair-or-replace advice: if a repair is enough, we do not push a new lock.
  • Range of lock types: from traditional keyed latches to keypad and smart gate locks, so you can choose what fits how you use the gate.

Gate Lock Repair across Glendale

Glendale's housing stock shapes what we see at gates. In Rossmoyne and Adams Hill, many 1920s Spanish and Mediterranean Revival homes have decorative iron gates and courtyard entries whose original hardware has aged along with the house. Matching the look while improving reliability is often the goal, and we try to respect that character when choosing a replacement latch or lock.

In Verdugo Woodlands and other hillside areas below the Verdugo Mountains, driveways can be steep, gates are often custom, and a lock that does not latch can leave a property open to the street. Down in the flats, the many 1960s to 1980s apartment and condo buildings around Brand Boulevard, Central Avenue, and Colorado Street often have shared pedestrian gates and garage entries that see heavy daily use, and keypad or fob-style locks wear out faster than people expect.

We serve all Glendale ZIP codes, including 91202 and 91206, and can reach properties from near the Americana at Brand and the Glendale Galleria to quieter streets off Glenoaks Boulevard. Whether you are just off the SR-134, SR-2, or I-5, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

Locked out or need a locksmith now?

24/7 Mobile Locksmith across Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County. We answer 24/7.

Call (323) 997-8867

Other Glendale locksmith services

See all of our Glendale services, or our citywide gate lock repair page.

Gate Lock Repair in Glendale — FAQs

Do you repair gate locks in Glendale at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will talk through the problem and arrange service.
Can you fix a gate that will not latch?
Often, yes. A gate that won't latch can be caused by a worn latch, a misaligned strike, sagging hinges, or a shifted post. We check all of these before replacing anything.
Do you install keypad and smart gate locks?
Yes. We install and repair keypad and smart gate locks, set up codes or user access, and show you how they work. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss which type suits your gate.
Can you match the look of an older iron gate?
We can often choose hardware that suits the style of older Spanish and Mediterranean Revival gates found in areas like Rossmoyne and Adams Hill, while improving how reliably the gate secures.
My building has a shared gate. Can you handle multiple locks or keys?
Yes. For apartments, condos, and small commercial properties, we can repair or replace gate locks and coordinate keys so that residents or staff have the right access.
Is a smart gate lock more secure than a keyed one?
Not automatically. Security depends on the quality of the hardware, how it is installed, and how access is managed. We will explain the tradeoffs for your situation rather than promise one is always better.
How is gate lock repair priced?
It depends on the gate type and material, whether the lock is repairable, the lock technology you choose, alignment work, and the time and location of the call. Call (323) 997-8867 with details for a clearer picture.
Do I need to come to a shop?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is mobile only. We come to your property in Glendale with tools and common parts.
DS

Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-12.

Call (323) 997-8867 · Open 24/7