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Key Duplication in Glendale, California

Crenshaw Lock Company offers mobile key duplication in Glendale, California, cutting house, office, mailbox and restricted keys at your door. We are available 24/7 and have served the area since 1987. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your keys and get a copy made where you are.

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Most people think of key copying as a quick errand to a hardware counter. In Glendale it is often more complicated. A 1920s Spanish Revival house in Rossmoyne may have original mortise hardware with keys that are not stocked anywhere. A 1960s apartment building near Central Ave may have worn wafer locks and keys that have been copied from copies for decades. A Brand Blvd condo may use a high-security key or a fob that a kiosk cannot reproduce.

Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we come to you. There is no storefront to visit. We bring key-cutting equipment and blanks to your home, office, or building, cut the copies, and test each one in your actual lock before we leave. David Shar has led the business since 1987, and the work reflects decades of seeing how local hardware ages and fails.

This page covers what duplication involves for the keys common in Glendale, what affects the cost, and what to expect. If you are not sure what kind of key you have, call (323) 997-8867 and we will help you work it out.

How it works in Glendale

1
Identify the key and the lock
We start by looking at what you have: a standard house key, a mortise key, a mailbox key, a commercial key, or a restricted or high-security key. The type decides how it can be copied and whether authorization is required.
2
Check the original's condition
A worn key makes a worn copy. If your original is badly rubbed down, as is common on older apartment keys, we may suggest cutting from the lock itself or rekeying instead of copying a poor original.
3
Verify authorization for restricted keys
Restricted keys are protected for a reason. We confirm you are entitled to duplicate them, which may mean documentation, a property manager's approval, or a card tied to the system.
4
Cut the copies on location
We cut the keys at your door with the right blank for the lock. Fresh blanks and clean cuts help the key turn smoothly instead of binding or sticking.
5
Test every key in the lock
Each copy is tried in the lock it belongs to, several times, on both the latch and the deadbolt where applicable. If a key is stiff, we fix it before leaving.
6
Advise on next steps
If keys are lost, unaccounted for, or held by former tenants or staff, we explain whether rekeying makes more sense than duplicating. The decision is yours.

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What affects the price

The type of key: a basic house key is simpler than a mortise, high-security, or restricted key that requires special blanks or equipment.
The quantity of copies, since larger batches for offices or multi-unit buildings change the time on site.
The condition of the original key, which can affect whether we copy it directly or need a different approach.
Whether the key is restricted and requires authorization or a specific blank that has to be sourced.
The time of day or night, since we are available around the clock and after-hours visits are handled differently from scheduled ones.
Your location within Glendale and surrounding areas, and any access needs such as gated or hillside properties.

Why Glendale chooses us

Fully mobile service: we bring the cutting equipment to you, so you never have to leave a building unattended or travel to a shop.
Experience since 1987 with older hardware, including the original mortise locks found in Rossmoyne and Adams Hill homes.
We test each copy in your actual lock instead of handing over keys and hoping they work.
We are honest when duplication is not the best fix. If a worn original or a lost key suggests rekeying, we say so.
We handle residential, office, mailbox and restricted keys in one visit, which is useful for property managers with mixed hardware.
Available 24/7, so a key need that surfaces late at night or on a weekend does not have to wait.

Key Duplication across Glendale

Glendale's housing is varied, and the key work varies with it. In Rossmoyne and Adams Hill, many 1920s Spanish and Mediterranean Revival homes still have original mortise hardware. Keys for these locks can be hard to replace, and a careful copy, sometimes paired with a modern deadbolt keyed alike, keeps a family from relying on one irreplaceable key. In Verdugo Woodlands, hillside mid-century and newer custom homes often have several entry points, and homeowners commonly want matching keys across them.

Renters make up a large share of Glendale households, so apartment and condo keys are a big part of what we see. Buildings from the 1960s through the 1980s often have wafer or standard entry locks and intercom systems, and keys that have passed through many hands. Near downtown and along Brand Blvd, condos and offices may use fobs or access control alongside a mechanical key. Mailbox keys are another frequent request, particularly in 91203 and 91205 where older multi-unit buildings are common.

We work throughout Glendale, from the area around The Americana at Brand and Glendale Galleria to neighborhoods near the Verdugo Mountains, and across ZIP codes 91201 through 91208. Whether you are near SR-134, SR-2, I-5, Glenoaks Blvd, or Colorado St, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

Rossmoyne
Adams Hill
Verdugo Woodlands

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Key Duplication in Glendale — FAQs

Can you copy keys at my Glendale home or do I need to come to you?

We are fully mobile and have no storefront, so we come to your home, office, or building. Call (323) 997-8867 any time, since we are available 24/7.

Can you duplicate the original mortise keys in my Rossmoyne or Adams Hill house?

Often yes. Older mortise locks can use unusual keys, so we look at the key and lock first. If the original is worn, we may suggest another approach, such as cutting from the lock or rekeying.

Do you copy restricted or 'Do Not Duplicate' keys?

Restricted keys need authorization. We confirm you are entitled to copies before cutting, which may involve documentation or approval from your property manager or the system's owner.

Can you make mailbox keys?

Yes, we cut mailbox keys on location. Depending on the lock, you may need to show you are the resident or have the right to access it. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the lock.

My key is very worn. Will a copy work?

A copy of a badly worn key often works poorly. We test every copy in your lock, and if the original is too worn, we will talk through alternatives such as rekeying so you get keys that operate properly.

Can you copy a fob for my Brand Blvd condo?

Fobs and access cards are generally controlled by the building's system and management. We can handle the mechanical key side, but fob programming usually goes through your property manager.

Should I copy keys or rekey after a property manager or tenant change?

If you cannot account for all existing keys, rekeying is usually the more secure choice because it makes old keys useless. If keys are accounted for and you just need more, duplication is fine. We can help you decide.

Do you serve all of Glendale?

Yes, we serve Glendale across ZIP codes 91201 through 91208 and surrounding areas of Greater Los Angeles. Call (323) 997-8867 to confirm your location and schedule a visit.

Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

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

Last updated 2026-10-12.

Key Duplication in Glendale, California

How it works in Glendale

Identify the key and the lock

Check the original's condition

Verify authorization for restricted keys

Cut the copies on location

Test every key in the lock

Advise on next steps