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Lock Repair in Pasadena, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock repair in Pasadena, California, fixing sticking, jammed, loose and misaligned locks, deadbolts and latches at your door. We come to you, with no storefront visit required. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem and get a technician started.

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A lock that sticks, spins loose, or needs a shoulder bump to latch is not just annoying. It is usually a warning that the lock is close to failing, often at the worst moment, like when you are locked out or the door will not secure for the night. In Pasadena, where so many homes and shops have decades-old hardware, repair is often the smarter first move than replacement.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and we are fully mobile. There is no shop to drive to. Our technician arrives with tools and common parts, diagnoses the lock on your door, and repairs it on the spot whenever that is practical. Owner and lead tech David Shar built the business around honest assessments: if a repair makes sense, we do it, and if a lock is past saving, we say so plainly.

Lock repair covers a lot of ground: deadbolts that will not throw all the way, latches that miss the strike plate after a door settles, keys that bind or break off, loose handles and knobs, worn cylinders, and mortise or rim locks that have gone stiff with age. Whether you are in a Craftsman bungalow, a courtyard apartment, or a glass-front shop on Colorado Boulevard, the approach is the same: find the real cause, fix it carefully, and test it before we leave.

How it works in Pasadena

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    Call and describe the symptoms

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us what the lock is doing: sticking, spinning, not latching, or key trouble. Also tell us the door type and roughly how old the hardware is. That helps us bring the right parts to your Pasadena address.

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    Inspect the lock and the door

    Many lock problems are really door problems. We check the cylinder, the latch and bolt, the strike plate, hinges, and how the door sits in its frame. Seasonal swelling, settling in older homes, and worn screws are common culprits.

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    Explain the options before we start

    Once we know the cause, we explain whether cleaning and adjusting, replacing a worn part, rekeying, or replacing the lock is the sensible choice. You decide before work begins, so there are no surprises.

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    Repair with care for the hardware

    We realign strike plates, tighten and re-seat loose hardware, service or replace cylinders, and free up stiff mechanisms. On period hardware, such as brass escutcheons and mortise bodies, we work to preserve original finishes and avoid unnecessary drilling or door damage.

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    Test and hand over the keys

    We cycle the lock repeatedly with the door open and closed, check that every key works smoothly, and confirm the door secures properly. If the repair is only a stopgap, we tell you honestly what to plan for next.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock involved: a standard deadbolt, a mortise lock, a rim lock, or a storefront cylinder each take different parts and labor.
  • Whether the fix is an adjustment or realignment versus replacing internal parts or a whole cylinder.
  • The age and condition of the hardware, especially antique pieces that may need careful handling or hard-to-find parts.
  • The condition of the door and frame, since warped doors or damaged strike areas can add work beyond the lock itself.
  • Time of day and urgency, because after-hours and emergency calls are handled differently from scheduled repair visits.
  • Whether rekeying, additional keys, or a security upgrade is added during the same visit.

Why Pasadena chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a failing lock can be dealt with at your door rather than after a trip to a shop.
  • Serving the Los Angeles area since 1987, with long experience on older residential hardware like the mortise and rim locks common in Pasadena.
  • A repair-first mindset: we try to save a good lock before suggesting replacement, and we tell you when replacement is truly the better value.
  • Careful handling of original brass escutcheons and period doors, which matters in historic districts like Bungalow Heaven.
  • The same technician can handle repair, rekeying, lockout help, and deadbolt upgrades in a single visit, which saves you from coordinating several vendors.

Lock Repair across Pasadena

Pasadena's housing tells the story of why lock repair matters here. Bungalow Heaven, one of the city's best-known historic districts, is full of 1900s to 1930s Craftsman bungalows with original mortise locks, rim locks and skeleton-key sets. Those locks often just need cleaning, adjusting, or rekeying after a sale, and we aim to keep the antique brass hardware in place instead of swapping in a modern lockset. Madison Heights and the Oak Knoll area have 1910s and 1920s estates with similar character and similarly heavy old doors.

Closer to the commercial core, Old Pasadena and the Playhouse District are lined with aluminum-frame glass storefronts along Colorado Boulevard, the Rose Parade route, and nearby streets. A failing cylinder on one of those doors can keep a retailer from opening, so quick mobile help matters. Around Lake Avenue, near Caltech and PCC, mid-century apartment courts often call for after-hours lockout help and sometimes a deadbolt upgrade at a landlord's request. Hastings Ranch and Garfield Heights homes bring their own mix of postwar and older hardware.

Whether you are in ZIP 91101 downtown, 91103 toward Garfield Heights, 91104 or 91107 on the east side, or 91106 near Caltech, we come to you. We are reachable from the I-210, SR-134 and I-110 corridors, and we work around landmarks like the Rose Bowl, the Norton Simon Museum, The Gamble House, Pasadena City Hall and Huntington Hospital. Call (323) 997-8867 any time.

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Lock Repair in Pasadena — FAQs

Can you repair the original locks on my Craftsman bungalow instead of replacing them?
Often, yes. Many original mortise and rim locks can be cleaned, adjusted, repaired or rekeyed while keeping the brass hardware and the door intact. We will inspect it and tell you honestly if a part is too worn. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your hardware.
Why does my deadbolt stick or not fully extend?
Common causes are a misaligned strike plate, a door that has shifted or swelled, a dirty or worn cylinder, or loose mounting screws. We check both the lock and the door to find the true cause, since fixing only the lock may not solve it.
Do you offer lock repair at night and on weekends in Pasadena?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so you can call (323) 997-8867 at any hour. We do not have a storefront, because we come to your location.
Is it better to repair or replace a lock?
It depends on the lock's condition, its security level, and the cost of parts. A good lock with a minor problem is usually worth repairing. A badly worn or low-quality lock may be better replaced. We explain both options before any work begins.
Can you fix a storefront door lock on Colorado Boulevard?
Yes. We work on aluminum-frame glass doors and their cylinders and latches, and can handle emergency lockouts and rekeys for businesses. Call (323) 997-8867 so we can plan for your specific door.
My key is hard to turn. Should I just use lubricant?
A small amount of the right lubricant can help temporarily, but stiff keys often point to wear, debris, or a worn key. Heavy use of the wrong product can gum up the pins. If the problem keeps returning, have the cylinder checked.
Can you repair locks and also rekey them in the same visit?
Yes. Many calls combine a repair with rekeying, extra keys, or a deadbolt upgrade. Mention it when you call, and we will plan the visit accordingly.
Do you help renters and landlords with lock repairs?
We do. Tenants near Lake Avenue, Caltech and PCC often need lockout help or a sticking lock fixed, and landlords may want a deadbolt upgrade. It is wise to check your lease or confirm with the landlord before changes are made.
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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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