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Gate Lock Repair in Manhattan Beach, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile gate lock repair in Manhattan Beach, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to your gate to repair or replace latches, keypad locks and smart gate hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem and get started.

  • Mobile to your Manhattan Beach location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A gate lock in Manhattan Beach has a harder life than most. Salt air, blowing sand and morning marine layer work on every latch, hinge and keypad that sits outside. A gate that stuck a little last month can refuse to latch this month, and a lock that will not secure leaves a side yard, a patio or a garage walkway open to anyone passing by on foot.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business around fully mobile service. We have no storefront. Our work happens at your gate, with the tools and parts we carry, so you do not have to remove a heavy gate or drive anywhere with a broken latch.

We repair and install gate locks and latches of many kinds: simple thumb latches, keyed gate locks, keypad locks, and smart gate locks that connect to a phone or access system. Whether your gate guards a walk-street cottage, a hillside estate driveway or a townhome community, we start by working out why the lock is failing, then fix it, and we tell you plainly when replacement makes more sense than repair.

How it works in Manhattan Beach

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    Call and describe the gate

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us what type of gate you have (pedestrian, driveway, side yard), what the lock is, and what is going wrong: sticking, not latching, a dead keypad, a lost key or a seized cylinder. That helps us bring the right parts.

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    On-site inspection

    We look at the whole latch assembly, not only the lock. Sagging gates, shifted posts and misaligned strike plates cause many problems that look like lock failures. On the coast we also check for corrosion inside the housing and on the screws and springs.

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    Repair or replacement recommendation

    We explain what we found and give you options. If cleaning, realigning or swapping a worn part will do the job, we say so. If the hardware is badly corroded or not suited to exterior use, we recommend a replacement and explain why.

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    Fix, install or reprogram

    We complete the work at your gate. That can mean replacing a latch, rekeying a lock, installing a weather-rated keypad, or reprogramming codes and smart-lock access after a change in housekeepers, tenants or contractors.

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    Test and hand over

    We cycle the lock repeatedly, check that the gate swings and latches cleanly, and test every code or key. Before we leave, we show you how it works and offer a few upkeep tips for salty, sandy conditions.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock: a basic mechanical latch is a different job than a keypad or smart gate lock with electronics.
  • Repair versus replacement: freeing a seized latch or adjusting alignment involves less than swapping out the whole assembly.
  • Gate material and condition, since wood, wrought iron, aluminum and vinyl each need different mounting and fasteners, and a warped or sagging gate may need correction first.
  • Hardware grade and finish, because marine-grade or corrosion-resistant parts suit beachfront gates better than standard hardware.
  • Programming and key needs, such as reprogramming codes, adding users or cutting backup keys.
  • Time of service, as after-hours and emergency calls are handled differently from scheduled visits. We quote before work begins.

Why Manhattan Beach chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a gate that will not lock at night is not stuck waiting for a shop to open.
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work and decades of experience with exterior hardware in coastal conditions.
  • We check the gate, post and hinges along with the lock, so we fix the actual cause instead of replacing parts that were never the problem.
  • We handle both traditional keyed latches and keypad or smart gate locks, including reprogramming after access changes.
  • Honest recommendations: if a repair will hold, we do not push replacement, and if hardware is too corroded to trust, we say that too.
  • No storefront and no pressure. We come to you, explain the options and let you decide.

Gate Lock Repair across Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach is a city of gates, from the pedestrian gates along the walk streets of the Sand Section to the driveway and entry gates of large custom estates in the Hill Section. In the Sand Section, small lots mean a single side gate often protects a patio, a trash area and a path to the garage. Homes close to The Strand and the Manhattan Beach Pier get the most salt and sand, which is why latches there seize or stop catching sooner than the same hardware inland.

In the Hill Section, gates tend to be larger and more elaborate, and many tie into keypads or smart access. When a household changes housekeepers, gardeners or contractors, we can reprogram codes and cut backup mechanical keys so access stays controlled. In the Tree Section, where older ranch homes are giving way to new builds, we see remodels where fence and gate hardware is replaced or updated. East Manhattan Beach has townhomes and condos near Manhattan Village where shared and private gates need dependable latches.

We serve all of 90266, from Metlox Plaza and Polliwog Park to homes off Sepulveda Blvd, Rosecrans Ave, Manhattan Beach Blvd and Marine Ave. Because we are mobile, we come straight to your gate. Call (323) 997-8867 whenever you need us.

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Gate Lock Repair in Manhattan Beach — FAQs

Do you offer gate lock repair in Manhattan Beach at night or on weekends?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we serve Manhattan Beach on nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us about the gate.
Why do gate locks fail so often near the beach?
Salt air and blowing sand corrode springs, screws and internal parts and clog moving mechanisms. Locks near The Strand and the Sand Section's walk streets are especially exposed. Corrosion-resistant hardware and occasional cleaning help considerably.
Can you repair keypad and smart gate locks?
Yes. We repair, replace and reprogram keypad and smart gate locks. That includes resetting codes, adding or removing users and setting up a backup mechanical key where the lock allows it.
My gate will not latch, but the lock seems fine. What is wrong?
Often the gate has sagged or the post has shifted, so the latch and strike no longer line up. We check hinges, posts and alignment as part of the visit, because replacing a working lock will not fix that problem.
We changed housekeepers. Can you update our gate access?
Yes. We can reprogram keypad or smart codes, rekey keyed gate locks and cut new keys so former workers no longer have access. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange a visit.
Do I need to come to a shop or remove the gate?
No. We are mobile only and do the work at your gate. There is no storefront to visit, and in nearly all cases the gate stays where it is.
Should I repair or replace my gate lock?
It depends on its condition. A lock that is only misaligned or dirty can often be repaired. One with heavy corrosion, worn internals or a design unsuited to outdoor use is usually better replaced. We give you an honest recommendation.
How is the cost of gate lock repair determined?
Cost depends on the lock type, whether it is repaired or replaced, the gate material and condition, hardware grade, any programming or keys and the time of service. We explain it before starting. For questions, 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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