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House Lockout Service in Pomona, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides house lockout service in Pomona, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our fully mobile locksmith comes to your door and works to get you inside without damaging the lock. Call (323) 997-8867 to reach us any time, day or night.

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Being locked out of your own home is stressful, and it never happens at a convenient time. In Pomona, it might be a keyless-feeling evening in Phillips Ranch after the door clicks shut behind you, or a morning near Cal Poly when a roommate has taken the only key. Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner David Shar has seen nearly every kind of residential lockout.

Pomona is a tricky city for locksmith work because its housing spans so many eras. A Queen Anne Victorian in the Lincoln Park Historic District may have an original brass mortise lock or a skeleton-key set, while a 1980s tract home has a standard cylinder and deadbolt. Mid-century stucco apartment courts and student rentals bring their own hardware. Each calls for a different approach, and the goal is always the same: get you in without harming the door, the frame, or the lock when that is possible.

We are fully mobile. There is no shop to visit, so we come to you with the tools we need. Whether you are locked out of a house, an apartment, or a condo, call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through what is going on and what to expect before we begin.

How it works in Pomona

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    Call and describe the situation

    Phone us at (323) 997-8867 and tell us the address, the type of home, and what kind of lock is on the door. A Craftsman with a mortise lock is handled differently from a newer stucco home with a deadbolt, so these details help us prepare.

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    Confirm who you are and that you may enter

    Before opening any door, we ask for reasonable proof that you live there or are authorized to enter, such as ID with the address or a lease. This protects residents, and it is standard practice for a responsible locksmith.

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    Assess the lock and door

    On arrival we look at the lock type, the condition of the door and the frame, and any other locks involved. The aim is non-destructive entry, so we pick the least invasive method that suits the hardware.

  4. 4

    Open the door without damage

    Where possible we use picking, bypass, or specialized entry tools to open the lock without drilling. Older mortise sets and transom hardware get extra care, since original parts can be hard to replace.

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    Check the lock and offer options

    Once you are in, we make sure the lock still works properly. If a key was lost, a lock is jammed, or a tenant has moved out, we can discuss rekeying or repair so the problem does not repeat.

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    Confirm the work and payment

    We review what was done and what it involved before you pay. No surprises, and no work beyond what you agreed to.

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What affects the price

  • Time of day and day of week, since we answer calls around the clock including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Lock type and condition, for example a standard deadbolt versus an older mortise lock or a high-security cylinder
  • Your location within Pomona and the surrounding area, and how far the mobile visit extends
  • Whether additional work is needed after entry, such as repairing a jammed lock, rekeying, or replacing hardware
  • Number of doors or units involved, such as several apartments in one visit for a landlord
  • Door and frame condition, which can affect how much care and time entry takes

Why Pomona chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so we come to your Pomona address instead of asking you to go anywhere
  • Open 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays
  • In business since 1987, with owner and lead tech David Shar overseeing the work
  • Familiarity with older hardware like brass mortise locks and skeleton-key sets found in historic homes
  • Damage-free entry is the first goal, with drilling treated as a last resort
  • Able to handle multiple units in a single visit, useful for landlords during tenant turnover

House Lockout across Pomona

Pomona's neighborhoods each present different lockout situations. In the Lincoln Park Historic District, large Victorians and Craftsman homes often still carry original mortise locks. When one jams, the better answer is usually servicing the lock or a period-appropriate rekey, not tearing it out for a simple deadbolt swap. Ganesha Hills, with its 1920s to 1940s period revival homes, can also have older hardware worth preserving.

On the newer side, Phillips Ranch and the stucco subdivisions around Cal Poly Pomona typically have standard residential cylinders, and lockouts there tend to be quick, simple entries. Near Cal Poly Pomona and Western University of Health Sciences, student rentals and mid-century apartment courts see frequent turnover, and landlords sometimes need several units rekeyed in one mobile visit before new tenants move in. In Downtown Pomona near the Arts Colony, loft conversions and older brick buildings bring their own door and lock types.

We serve Pomona ZIP codes including 91766 and 91767 as well as 91768 and 91769, and we are used to getting around via I-10, SR-60, SR-57, SR-71, Holt Ave and Garey Ave. Westmont and the rest of the city are within our service area. If you are locked out anywhere in Pomona, call (323) 997-8867.

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House Lockout in Pomona — FAQs

Do you offer house lockout service in Pomona at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will help you get back inside.
Will you damage my door or lock?
Our first goal is always damage-free entry using picking or bypass methods. Drilling is a last resort, used only when other methods will not work, and we would explain that to you first.
Can you open the old brass mortise lock on my Lincoln Park Victorian?
Often yes. Original mortise locks need careful handling. We can service a jammed mortise lock on site or discuss a period-appropriate rekey instead of replacing it with a modern deadbolt.
Do I need to prove I live at the address?
Yes, we ask for reasonable proof, such as ID showing the address or a lease. This protects residents and is standard for responsible locksmiths.
I'm a landlord near Cal Poly Pomona. Can you rekey several units at once?
Yes. Because we are mobile, we can rekey multiple apartment units in a single visit between tenants. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe how many units and what locks are involved.
Do I have to come to a shop?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is mobile only and has no storefront. We come to your home, apartment or condo anywhere in Pomona.
How much does a house lockout cost?
It depends on factors such as time of day, lock type, location, and whether extra work is needed afterward. We discuss the details with you before starting, so call (323) 997-8867.
Can you help with a lockout in an apartment or condo?
Yes. We handle houses, apartments and condos. For rentals, we may need confirmation that you are the tenant or have permission from the owner or manager.
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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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