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Lock Installation in South Gate, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock installation in South Gate, California, for new doors, side gates, garages and spots where no lock existed before. We are available 24/7 and come to you. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door and get an installation scheduled.

  • Mobile to your South Gate location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Installing a lock where none existed is a different job from replacing one. A new door, a freshly framed gate, a converted garage or a side entry that never had hardware all need the right lock chosen for the door, then bored, fitted and aligned so it works smoothly for years. In South Gate, that work covers a wide mix of buildings, from 1940s stucco bungalows to commercial storefronts along Tweedy Boulevard.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile, so there is no shop to visit. We bring the tools and hardware to your property, look at the door or gate in person, and recommend something that fits the material, the thickness and how you use the entrance.

We install deadbolts, knob and lever sets, gate and garage locks, and hardware for apartments and small businesses. Because we are available around the clock, we can also handle urgent situations, such as a door that was just hung or an entry that has to be secured tonight.

How it works in South Gate

  1. 1

    Tell us about the door or gate

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe what needs a lock: a new entry door, a side gate, a garage service door, or a storefront. Tell us the material, such as wood, metal or glass, and what level of security you want.

  2. 2

    On-site assessment

    We come to your South Gate property and inspect the door or gate. We check thickness, frame condition, existing prep holes and clearances, so the hardware we recommend will fit and hold up.

  3. 3

    Choose the hardware

    We walk you through options for the location, such as a single-cylinder deadbolt for a house door, a keyed gate lock for a side yard, or a keyed-alike setup so one key opens several doors.

  4. 4

    Prepare and install

    We bore or prepare the door as needed, set the latch and strike, reinforce where the frame calls for it, and fit the lock so the bolt throws fully without binding.

  5. 5

    Test and hand over keys

    We cycle every lock several times with the door open and closed, check alignment, and give you keys. If you have more doors, we can key them alike or separately.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock chosen, from a basic deadbolt to higher-security cylinders or commercial-grade hardware
  • How much door preparation is needed, such as drilling new holes on a solid door versus a door already bored
  • The material and condition of the door, gate or frame, including metal, solid wood or older stucco-wrapped frames
  • The number of locks and whether they need to be keyed alike or on a master-key system
  • Whether frame reinforcement, strike plate upgrades or other fitting work is needed
  • Time of day and urgency, since we work 24/7 and after-hours calls can differ from scheduled visits

Why South Gate chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we work at your door, so you never need to travel to a shop
  • Experience since 1987 with the older residential hardware common in South Gate bungalows and tract homes
  • Honest recommendations: we explain why a lock suits a door and will tell you if a cheaper option is enough
  • Residential and commercial capability, from a garage side gate to a Tweedy Mile storefront
  • Keyed-alike options so owners and landlords can carry fewer keys
  • Available 24/7, so a newly hung door or urgent need does not have to wait for business hours

Lock Installation across South Gate

South Gate has a deep stock of 1920s to 1950s single-family homes, and the Hollydale tract is a good example. Many of these houses have original doors that were never drilled for modern deadbolts, or have a worn single lock that deserves a second layer. Adding a properly installed deadbolt to a Hollydale entry, a back door or a converted garage room is a common project, and the ZIP code 90280 covers much of this housing.

Property owners near South Gate Park often need several locks at once. A garage-door lock, a side-gate lock and new hardware for an apartment entry can all be done in one visit, with keys matched however you prefer. If you manage multiple units, we can plan keying so each tenant is separate while you keep control.

Along the Tweedy Mile business district and the Firestone Boulevard corridor, storefront needs differ. New shops may need a lock on a back door, a roll-down grille padlock or hardware for a new office. We reach these areas easily from I-710, Atlantic Avenue, Garfield Avenue and Imperial Highway, day or night, and we always confirm the details by phone at (323) 997-8867 first.

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Other South Gate locksmith services

See all of our South Gate services, or our citywide lock installation page.

Lock Installation in South Gate — FAQs

Can you install a lock where there has never been one?
Yes. We can prepare a door or gate that has no existing hardware by boring the correct holes and fitting the lock and strike. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the door.
Do you install locks on older South Gate homes?
Yes. We work on many 1940s and 1950s houses. We check the door and frame first, since older wood or stucco-wrapped frames sometimes need extra care or reinforcement.
Can you add locks to a garage and side gate in one visit?
Usually, yes. We can install a garage lock and a gate lock together and key them alike if you want. Call (323) 997-8867 to plan the visit.
Do you handle Tweedy Mile storefront locks?
We install and rekey storefront locks and can provide padlocks for roll-down grilles. Tell us the door type and what you need when you call.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7 and mobile, so we come to your South Gate location when you need us.
Can all my new locks use the same key?
In most cases, yes. We can key locks alike so one key opens several doors, or keep them separate for more control.
How is the price determined?
It depends on the lock type, how much door preparation is needed, door and frame condition, the number of locks and urgency. We explain the factors and answer questions before starting.
Do I need to come to a shop?
No. We are mobile only and have no storefront. We bring everything to 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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