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Gate Lock Repair in Sherman Oaks, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile gate lock repair in Sherman Oaks, California. We repair and install gate locks, latches, keypads and smart gate locks at your property, from valley-floor homes to hillside estates. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and we will come to you.

  • Mobile to your Sherman Oaks location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A gate lock is easy to ignore until it stops working. Then the latch won't catch, the keypad shows nothing, or a key snaps off in a padlock-style gate lock, and the property is either wide open or you are locked out of your own side yard. In Sherman Oaks, where the flats and the hillsides are so different, gate problems come in many forms, and they rarely wait for business hours.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar has spent decades working on the hardware that keeps properties secure. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit; we bring the tools and parts to your gate, diagnose the problem on the spot, and repair or replace what is actually failing.

Our gate work covers pedestrian gates, side-yard gates, pool enclosure gates, driveway gate keypads, and the latches and locks that hold them shut. We also handle keypad and smart gate lock installs, reprogramming after a change in occupants, and rekeying when you need to cut off old key holders. We tell you what we find and what the options are before we do the work.

How it works in Sherman Oaks

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    Call and describe the gate

    Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour. Tell us what type of gate it is, what it is doing, and whether it is a swing gate or slider. Details such as a latch that drags, a keypad that is dead, or a lock that turns but does not release help us bring the right parts.

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    On-site inspection

    We come to the property and examine the full system: latch, strike, hinges, lock body, keypad or controller, and any wiring or batteries. Many gate lock complaints are really alignment or sag problems, and we check for that before replacing anything.

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    Clear options before work begins

    We explain what failed and lay out the practical choices, usually repair, replacement of the lock or latch, or an upgrade to keypad or smart hardware. You decide what makes sense for the property.

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    Repair, install or reprogram

    We carry out the work with hardware suited to outdoor exposure. That can mean replacing a worn latch, fitting a weather-appropriate lock, rekeying cylinders, or installing and programming a keypad or smart lock with new codes.

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    Test and hand-off

    We cycle the gate repeatedly, confirm that it latches securely from both sides, test every code or credential, and show you how to change codes or manage access so you are not dependent on us for routine changes.

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What affects the price

  • Type of gate and hardware: a simple pedestrian latch is a different job from a keypad-controlled or smart-enabled lock on a driveway gate.
  • Repair versus replacement: a sticking latch that needs adjustment costs differently than a corroded lock body that has to be swapped out.
  • Security level of the cylinder: standard, restricted-keyway and high-security cylinders vary in cost, as do rekeying and key-control choices.
  • Electronics and power: keypads, controllers, batteries, wiring and smart features add parts and programming time.
  • Condition of the gate itself: sagging, misaligned or rusted gates may need correction so the new hardware actually works.
  • Time and access: after-hours calls and difficult-to-reach hillside properties can affect the scope of the visit.

Why Sherman Oaks chooses us

  • Fully mobile, 24/7: we come to your gate whenever you call, with no shop visit needed.
  • In business since 1987: decades of hands-on experience with gate hardware, from basic latches to modern keypads.
  • Owner involvement: David Shar leads the work, so questions go to someone who knows the trade.
  • Diagnosis first: we check alignment, hinges and power before proposing replacement, so you pay for what is truly broken.
  • Comfort with high-security and electronic hardware, including restricted keyways and keypad programming.
  • Plain explanations: we tell you what we found, what the options are, and how to manage codes after we leave.

Gate Lock Repair across Sherman Oaks

Sherman Oaks has two distinct gate worlds. South of the Boulevard, the Santa Monica Mountains hillsides rise toward the edge of Fryman Canyon along winding roads, and many properties there sit behind driveway gates with keypads and call-boxes. Weather, dust, sun and steep approaches are hard on that hardware. A hillside owner might want a driveway gate keypad reprogrammed and higher-security cylinders fitted at the same visit, and we plan for both.

On the valley-floor flats, the housing is mostly 1930s to 1950s Spanish, traditional and ranch homes, with side-yard and backyard gates that take daily abuse. In areas like Chandler Estates, a new owner often wants gates rekeyed or converted to keypad or smart locks after a purchase, so that nobody from the previous ownership still has access. Pool-area gates, which need to latch reliably, are another common call in ZIP 91403.

We serve the whole community, including 91423 and the areas around the Sherman Oaks Galleria at Ventura and Sepulveda, Westfield Fashion Square and the Ventura Boulevard corridor. Whether you are off Van Nuys Boulevard, near Sherman Oaks Castle Park or just off the I-405 or US-101, we come to you. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where the gate is.

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Gate Lock Repair in Sherman Oaks — FAQs

Do you repair gate locks in Sherman Oaks at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour and we will come to your gate.
Can you fix a keypad on a hillside driveway gate?
Yes. We troubleshoot keypads, controllers, power and programming, and can reprogram codes or replace the keypad if needed. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem.
My gate latch won't catch. Do I need a new lock?
Not always. Sagging hinges, a shifted post or a misaligned strike often cause this. We check alignment first and replace hardware only if it is worn or damaged.
Can you install a smart lock on a gate?
In many cases, yes. It depends on the gate material, weather exposure and power or battery options. We assess the gate and recommend hardware that suits outdoor use.
Can you rekey a gate lock after we buy a home?
Yes. Rekeying or changing codes cuts off previous key holders. We can do this for gates alongside your doors during the same visit.
Do you offer high-security cylinders for gates?
We can fit restricted-keyway and high-security cylinders where the gate hardware allows, and we explain which options suit your property and use.
Do you work on commercial gates along Ventura Boulevard?
Yes. We handle gate and access hardware for businesses and offices as well as homes. Call (323) 997-8867 with details about the gate and lock.
Do I need to bring the gate to your shop?
No. We are mobile only and have no storefront. We do the repair or installation at your property.
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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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