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Broken Key Extraction in San Dimas, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides broken key extraction in San Dimas, California, 24/7. If a key has snapped off in a door lock, padlock, or ignition, our fully mobile team comes to you, removes the fragment, and cuts a working replacement. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour.

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A key that snaps off in a lock always seems to pick the worst moment: a cold morning before work, a late return from Bonelli Park, or the middle of a barn chore with the horses waiting. The good news is that a broken key is usually fixable without replacing the lock. The fragment can often be removed cleanly, and the lock keeps working afterward.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar and our technicians handle broken keys regularly, on front doors, deadbolts, padlocks, mailbox locks, and car ignitions. We are fully mobile, so there is no shop to drive to. We bring the tools to your driveway, gate, or storefront in San Dimas.

San Dimas has a mix that makes this service quite varied: 1960s and 70s ranch homes with older hardware, HOA-standard locks in Via Verde, outbuildings and gated drives with padlocks near San Dimas Canyon, and small retail doors downtown. Each calls for a slightly different approach, and we plan accordingly once we see what is stuck and where.

How it works in San Dimas

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    You call, we ask the right questions

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what broke: a door, padlock, or ignition, and whether part of the key is still sticking out. That helps us bring the right extractors and key blanks. We answer 24/7.

  2. 2

    We come to you

    Our technician travels to your location in San Dimas, whether that is a home off Arrow Hwy, a gate near the canyon, or a shop on Bonita Ave. We are mobile only, so everything happens on site.

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    Assess the break

    We look at the lock type, how deep the fragment sits, and whether the key bent or sheared flush. A fragment sticking out is a different job from one sitting deep in the cylinder, and we explain what we see before starting.

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    Extract the fragment carefully

    Using thin extractor tools and lubricant suited to the lock, we work the piece out without scarring the pins or wafers. The goal is to save the lock. If a lock is too damaged, we tell you honestly and discuss options.

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    Cut a replacement key

    Once the lock is clear, we cut a new key, often from the broken pieces or by code or by decoding the lock, and test it several times so it turns smoothly.

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    Check the lock and advise

    We confirm the lock operates well. If a worn or stiff lock caused the break, we may suggest a rekey or cleaning to prevent a repeat, but the choice is yours.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock involved: a standard house deadbolt, a padlock, a high-security cylinder, or a vehicle ignition each demand different tools and time.
  • How deep the fragment sits and how it broke, since a piece sticking out is usually simpler than one lodged far inside the cylinder.
  • Whether the lock can be saved or the cylinder needs replacing because of damage or heavy wear.
  • The kind of replacement key needed, such as a basic cut key versus a transponder or high-security key for a vehicle.
  • The time of day and the location of the job, as after-hours calls and more remote rural lots can affect the total.
  • Whether you also want extra services at the same visit, such as spare copies or a rekey of the lock.

Why San Dimas chooses us

  • We have been serving the Los Angeles area since 1987, so extracting stubborn broken keys is routine work for us.
  • We are fully mobile and available 24/7; we come to your door, gate, barn, or vehicle rather than asking you to bring the lock to us.
  • We try to save your existing lock first, rather than pushing a replacement when extraction will do.
  • We handle the full range of locks found in San Dimas: older ranch-home deadbolts, HOA-standard hardware, rural gate padlocks, and storefront cylinders.
  • We cut the replacement key on the spot, so one visit solves both problems.
  • We explain what we find and what the options are before work begins, so there are no surprises.

Broken Key Extraction across San Dimas

San Dimas is a city where the lock you are dealing with could be almost anything. In the 91773 ZIP code, many homes are 1960s and 70s ranch-style houses with original or long-used deadbolts, where keys have had decades of wear, and worn keys are more likely to snap. Add Foothill Blvd and San Dimas Ave traffic and the daily routine of coming and going, and a weak key eventually gives out.

Near San Dimas Canyon and Bonelli Park, larger rural lots often have horse-keeping setups with barns, outbuildings, and gated drives secured by padlocks. Weather, dust, and outdoor exposure can make those locks stiff, and a key forced in a hurry can shear off. We can come out to the property, remove the broken piece from the padlock or gate lock, and cut a new key right there. In the Via Verde hillside community, HOA-standard hardware is common, and a broken key there can be a good moment to consider a rekey, especially after buying a home.

Downtown, along Bonita Ave and its western-style facades, small retail and civic doors take heavy daily use, and a snapped key can keep a business from opening. Whether you are off the I-210, near SR-57, or close to Puddingstone Reservoir or Raging Waters, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Broken Key Extraction in San Dimas — FAQs

Can you really get a broken key out without damaging the lock?
In most cases, yes. With proper extractor tools and care, the fragment can usually be removed without harming the pins or wafers. If the lock is already badly worn or damaged, we will tell you before proceeding. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your situation.
Do you serve San Dimas at night and on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we can come to your home, business, or property in San Dimas at any hour.
Do I need to keep the broken pieces of the key?
Yes, if you can. The pieces can help us confirm the key cut, and sometimes we can use them to make a replacement. Keep any part that came out and do not try to glue it together.
Should I try to pull the key out myself with pliers or a needle?
We suggest not forcing it. Pliers and improvised tools can push the fragment deeper or damage the lock, making the job harder. If a piece sticks out and comes free with very gentle effort, fine, otherwise call us.
Can you extract a broken key from a padlock on a barn or gate?
Yes. Many properties near San Dimas Canyon and Bonelli Park use padlocks on barns and gated drives. We come to the property, remove the fragment, and cut a new key on site.
What about a key broken in a car ignition?
We can remove broken key pieces from an ignition and cut a replacement. Newer vehicles may need a transponder key, and we will explain what your car requires. Call (323) 997-8867 with your make and model.
Will you cut a new key after extraction?
Yes. Once the fragment is out, we cut a new key and test it in the lock so it turns smoothly, all during the same visit.
Do I have to come to your shop?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is mobile only and has no storefront. We travel to you anywhere in San Dimas.
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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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