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Lock Repair in Simi Valley, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock repair in Simi Valley, California. We come to your home or business to fix sticking, jammed, loose or misaligned locks, deadbolts and latches, often without replacing them. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour to describe the problem and get started.

  • Mobile to your Simi Valley location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A lock that sticks, spins loosely, or needs a shoulder shove to latch is telling you something. In Simi Valley, where so many homes were built between the 1960s and 1990s, the hardware on the front door has often been turning for decades. Springs weaken, screws back out of soft wood, strike plates drift out of line as houses settle, and a key that once slid in easily starts to grab. Many of these problems are repairable, and repair is usually the more sensible first step than tearing out a lock that only needs adjusting, cleaning or a worn part replaced.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business around being fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit. We bring the tools and parts to your door, diagnose what is actually wrong, and tell you plainly whether a repair makes sense or whether the lock has reached the end of its life. We are available 24/7, so a deadbolt that jams at night does not have to wait until morning to be dealt with.

Lock repair covers more than most people expect: deadbolts that will not throw all the way, latches that fail to catch, handles that droop or wobble, cylinders that are stiff or gritty, doors that no longer line up with their strike, and smart or keypad locks with mechanical faults. Whether it is a ranch-style house off Tapo Canyon Rd, a gated home in Wood Ranch, or a storefront on Cochran St, the approach is the same: find the cause, fix it properly, and make sure the door locks smoothly before we leave.

How it works in Simi Valley

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    Call and describe the symptom

    Phone (323) 997-8867 and tell us what the lock is doing: sticking, spinning, not latching, key hard to turn, or a door that will not close tight. Details like the brand, how old the hardware is, and whether the problem is getting worse help us arrive with the right parts.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile and available around the clock, a technician drives to your Simi Valley address with tools and common replacement parts on board. Nothing requires you to bring a lock anywhere, since there is no shop to visit.

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    Diagnose the real cause

    We test the lock with the door open and closed. Many complaints turn out to be a misaligned strike plate, loose mounting screws, a dry or dirty cylinder, or a worn spring rather than a failed lock. Finding the actual cause keeps the repair targeted.

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    Repair, adjust or replace parts

    Depending on the findings, we realign the strike, tighten and re-seat hardware, clean and lubricate the mechanism, swap worn internal components, or replace the lock if repair would not hold up. We explain the options before any work begins.

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    Test thoroughly and hand over keys

    We cycle the lock repeatedly, check the door on its frame, and confirm every key works smoothly. If a worn key is part of the issue, we can discuss cutting fresh ones. You leave with a door that locks the way it should.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock involved, since a basic residential deadbolt, a commercial storefront lock, a panic bar and a smart lock all involve different parts and labor.
  • Whether the fix is an adjustment or realignment or requires replacing internal parts or the whole lock.
  • The condition and age of the hardware and door, including worn Kwikset or Schlage units on older homes, or frames that have shifted over time.
  • The time of day, since after-hours and overnight calls are handled differently than scheduled daytime visits.
  • How many locks need attention in a single visit, which can make the work more efficient.
  • Whether any door or frame repair, such as a damaged strike area or loose wood, is needed for the lock to work reliably.

Why Simi Valley chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a jammed lock is handled at your door at any hour without a trip anywhere.
  • In business since 1987 under owner and lead tech David Shar, with decades of experience on the hardware found in Southern California homes.
  • A repair-first mindset: we look for the least costly fix that will actually last before suggesting replacement.
  • Familiarity with both older tract-home hardware and newer HOA-standardized and smart locks, including careful work that protects the finish.
  • Clear explanation of the problem and your options before work begins, with no pressure to replace what can be repaired.
  • Residential and commercial capability, from a home deadbolt to storefront locks and panic hardware.

Lock Repair across Simi Valley

Simi Valley's housing tells a clear story about what goes wrong with locks. In the Texas Tract and many neighborhoods built in the 1970s, ranch-style tract homes often still carry original or heavily worn Kwikset and Schlage hardware. Decades of use loosen the mounting, wear down springs and cylinders, and let door alignment drift. Santa Susana Knolls adds a different challenge: older, rustic homes from the early twentieth century on winding lanes, where doors and frames may be uneven or custom, and lock repair often means careful fitting rather than a quick swap.

Newer communities such as Wood Ranch and Big Sky, with their 1990s and 2000s gated and semi-gated developments, tend to use modern deadbolts, HOA-standardized hardware and a growing number of smart locks. There, a repair may mean correcting a latch that no longer catches, fixing a stiff keyed override, or reprogramming a keypad lock, all while preserving the finish the HOA expects. Whether you are near Bridle Path, in ZIP 93065 on the east side, or in 93063 closer to the center of town, we come to you.

We also work with businesses. Strip retail along Cochran St and First St, and shops around the Simi Valley Town Center, rely on aluminum storefront doors, panic bars and commercial locks that take constant daily use. A bar that sticks or a storefront lock that will not secure is a problem you cannot leave overnight, and we are available 24/7 to help. From the streets near Rancho Simi Community Park to homes off Madera Rd and Sycamore Dr, call (323) 997-8867 and we will bring the repair to you.

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Lock Repair in Simi Valley — FAQs

Can you repair my lock instead of replacing it?
Often, yes. Sticking, loose, misaligned or gritty locks are frequently fixed with realignment, tightening, cleaning or replacing a worn part. We diagnose first and tell you honestly if replacement is the better choice. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem.
Do you offer lock repair at night in Simi Valley?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we can come to your home or business after hours. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will talk through the situation.
Why does my deadbolt not extend all the way?
The most common cause is a door that has shifted so the bolt no longer lines up with the strike plate. Seasonal changes and settling in older tract homes make this common. It can also be a worn mechanism, and we check both.
Can you fix a smart lock in a gated Wood Ranch community?
We can address mechanical faults and help with reprogramming on many smart and keypad locks, taking care to protect the finish where HOA hardware standards apply. Check your HOA guidelines and call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your specific lock.
My key is hard to turn. Is the lock broken?
Not necessarily. A dirty or dry cylinder, a worn key, or a misaligned latch can all cause it. We test the lock and key together to find the true cause before recommending a repair.
Do you repair commercial and storefront locks?
Yes. We work on storefront locks and panic hardware for businesses, including strip retail along Cochran St and First St and shops in the Simi Valley Town Center. Call (323) 997-8867 for urgent issues.
Do I need to bring my lock to a shop?
No. We are mobile only and have no storefront. Our technician comes to your address with tools and common parts and repairs the lock on site.
What affects the cost of lock repair?
The lock type, whether a simple adjustment or parts are needed, the condition of the door and hardware, the number of locks, and the time of day all play a part. We explain your options before we begin work.
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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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