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Lock Replacement in North Hollywood, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock replacement in North Hollywood, California, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We come to your home, apartment or business and install new hardware. For worn, damaged or outdated locks, call (323) 997-8867.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Locks don't last forever, and North Hollywood has a wide range of them in service. Some bungalows still have hardware from the 1930s. Many dingbat apartments have entry locks that have been turned thousands of times. Newer buildings near the Metro station use fob systems and multipoint locks. Replacing a lock here is rarely a one-size-fits-all job, because the door, the frame and the age of the building all affect what will work.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and we are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit. Our technician arrives with a range of hardware, assesses your door on site and installs the replacement at your property. Owner and lead tech David Shar built the business on straightforward advice, and that includes telling you when a lock can simply be rekeyed instead of replaced.

People call us for many reasons: a key that snapped in a tired lock, a lock that sticks or won't latch, a move-in where nobody knows how many copies of the keys exist, a break-in attempt that damaged the strike or cylinder, or an insurance requirement for a stronger deadbolt. Whatever the cause, we aim to leave you with a lock that works smoothly, fits the door properly and suits how you actually use the property.

How it works in North Hollywood

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us the type of property, what the lock is doing and whether the door is currently secure. We'll help you work out whether you need replacement, a rekey or a repair.

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    On-site door and lock assessment

    We come to you and look at the door material, thickness, bore holes, strike plate and frame. An aluminum apartment entry door, a wood bungalow door and a storefront all call for different hardware, so we check before we install.

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    Choose the right hardware

    We go over options with you, such as a Grade 1 or Grade 2 deadbolt, a keyed knob or lever set, or a smart lock. If an original mortise lock is worth keeping, we'll tell you so rather than push a swap.

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    Remove the old lock and install the new one

    We take out the worn hardware and fit the new lock cleanly. We reinforce or replace the strike plate where needed, and check for alignment so the bolt throws fully without forcing.

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    Test and key handoff

    We test the lock repeatedly from both sides, confirm every key works and hand over the keys. If you want several locks keyed alike, we can set that up during the same visit.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock chosen, from a basic keyed set to a high-security deadbolt or electronic lock, which is the biggest driver of cost.
  • The number of locks being replaced and whether you want them keyed alike or master-keyed.
  • Door condition and material, since damaged bores, aluminum frames or older wood may need extra prep or adapter parts.
  • Whether the work is for an older mortise lock or specialty hardware that needs a particular replacement body.
  • Time of day and urgency, because after-hours and emergency calls differ from scheduled appointments.
  • Extras such as reinforcing strike plates, installing a new deadbolt where none existed, or fitting commercial exit hardware.

Why North Hollywood chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so the work is done at your door with no trip to a shop and no storefront overhead.
  • In business since 1987, with long experience across mortise locks, wafer locks, aluminum doors and modern electronic hardware.
  • Honest recommendations: if a rekey will solve the problem, we say so instead of selling a replacement.
  • 24/7 availability for lockouts, break-in damage and urgent replacements, with no timing promises we can't keep.
  • Hardware matched to your actual door, whether it's a 1930s wood door or a thin aluminum apartment entry.
  • Direct contact with the owner's team through one number, (323) 997-8867, instead of a call center.

Lock Replacement across North Hollywood

North Hollywood's housing is a mix, and it shapes what we replace. In North Hollywood West and Toluca Woods you'll find 1920s to 1940s Spanish and California bungalows, many with original mortise locks and skeleton-key interior doors. Those locks often have real character and can sometimes be rekeyed instead of replaced, but a bungalow near Magnolia Boulevard might also need a modern Grade 1 deadbolt added to satisfy an insurance carrier. We can do either, and we'll explain the tradeoff.

Across the neighborhood, especially in ZIP codes like 91601, 91605 and 91606, many 1960s and 70s dingbat apartments have aluminum entry doors and wafer-style locks that have worn out over decades. A key that snaps or a lock that no longer turns smoothly is a common reason tenants and landlords call us. Replacing the lock set also solves the problem of unknown spare keys left by earlier residents.

Near the NoHo Arts District, the North Hollywood Metro Station and along Lankershim Boulevard, newer mid-rise buildings and storefront businesses have different needs: multipoint locks, fob systems, panic bars and keying that survives staff turnover. Whether you're near the El Portal Theatre or off Vineland Avenue or Victory Boulevard, we come to you anywhere in North Hollywood, day or night.

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Lock Replacement in North Hollywood — FAQs

Do I need a full lock replacement or just a rekey?
If the lock works smoothly and is in good shape, a rekey often solves a lost-key or new-tenant concern for less. Replacement makes sense when the lock is worn, damaged, outdated or not secure enough. Call (323) 997-8867 and we'll help you decide.
Can you replace the original mortise locks in my North Hollywood bungalow?
Yes, but we'll first see whether the original can be rekeyed or repaired, since many are worth keeping. If it's failing or you want more security, we can replace the mortise body or add a separate deadbolt.
My key snapped in an old apartment lock. What should I do?
Don't force it or try to dig it out. Call us at (323) 997-8867. We can extract the broken piece and then recommend whether to rekey or replace the worn lock, which is common in older wafer-style hardware.
Will a new deadbolt help with my insurance requirements?
Some insurers ask for a Grade 1 deadbolt. We can install one and you can confirm the exact requirement with your insurance company. We'll make sure it fits the door and frame properly.
Can you replace locks on aluminum storefront or apartment doors?
Yes. Aluminum doors have narrow stiles and specific cutouts, so we bring compatible hardware. We also service commercial exit devices and can rekey or master-key back-of-house doors.
Do you offer smart locks or fob-compatible hardware?
We can discuss electronic options for your door. In buildings with managed fob access, check with your property manager first, since changes to common entries may not be yours to make.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we're available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we come to your location in North Hollywood. Call (323) 997-8867 any time.
Do I need to visit your shop to pick up a lock?
No. We don't have a storefront. Our technician brings the hardware to your door and installs it on site.
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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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