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Gate Lock Repair in South Pasadena · 24/7 mobile

Gate Lock Repair in South Pasadena, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile gate lock repair in South Pasadena, California. We come to your driveway, side yard or storefront gate to repair, rekey or replace latches, keypad locks and smart gate locks. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, and we will talk through the problem.

  • Mobile to your South Pasadena location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A gate lock is the first piece of hardware anyone touches at your property, and it takes more abuse than almost any other. It sits outside in sun, fog and sprinkler spray, gets slammed by delivery drivers and gardeners, and is often a decades-old latch that someone bolted on and forgot. In South Pasadena, where many homes are Craftsman bungalows, Victorians and 1920s Spanish revival houses with side gates and garden walls, those gates are part of the character of the place, and fixing them well means respecting what is already there.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar and our technicians do this work from a fully mobile setup. There is no storefront to visit. We bring tools, latch hardware, cylinders and keypad units to you, whether the gate is a wrought-iron driveway swing gate, a wooden side gate, or a pedestrian gate at a small commercial building.

Gate lock repair covers a wide range: a latch that no longer catches, a lock that is seized with rust, a keypad that stopped responding, a smart gate lock that lost its connection, or a gate that needs a rekey because keys are missing. We also install new gate locks and latches when the old ones cannot be saved. Our approach is to diagnose first, repair when repair makes sense, and replace only when it truly serves you better.

How it works in South Pasadena

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    Call and describe the gate

    Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour. Tell us what kind of gate it is, whether it is wood, wrought iron, aluminum or chain link, what the lock looks like, and what it is doing or not doing. Photos of the latch help us arrive with the right parts.

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    Inspect the lock and the gate itself

    Many gate lock problems are really alignment problems. A sagging gate, a shifted post or a warped frame can keep a perfectly good latch from catching. We check hinges, strike, latch and the lock body before deciding anything.

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    Repair, rekey or replace

    If the lock is repairable, we clean, lubricate, realign or swap worn internal parts. If keys are lost or a tenant, contractor or production crew has had access, we rekey the cylinder. If the hardware is corroded or failing, we explain the replacement options plainly.

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    Keypad and smart lock setup

    For keypad and smart gate locks, we mount the unit, check power and weather exposure, and program codes. We walk you through changing codes yourself so you are not dependent on us for routine updates.

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    Test and hand over

    We cycle the gate repeatedly, test every key and code, and check that the latch engages without slamming or lifting. You leave with working keys or codes and simple care advice for the hardware.

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What affects the price

  • The type of gate and its material, since wrought iron, wood and aluminum each call for different mounting and hardware.
  • Whether the existing lock can be repaired or rekeyed, or has to be fully replaced.
  • The kind of lock chosen, from a basic mechanical latch to a keypad or a smart gate lock with its own power and connectivity needs.
  • Gate condition, including sagging, rust or a shifted post that must be corrected for the lock to work.
  • Time of day and urgency, since we are available around the clock and after-hours calls are handled differently from scheduled work.
  • The number of gates or cylinders involved, such as keying a driveway gate and a side gate alike.

Why South Pasadena chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we repair the gate where it stands, with no need to remove it or bring it anywhere.
  • In business since 1987, with David Shar as owner and lead technician, so experience with older hardware is real rather than claimed.
  • We check gate alignment, not just the lock, so you are not paying to replace a latch that was never the real problem.
  • We are comfortable with period homes and try to preserve original or character-appropriate hardware wherever it is workable.
  • Keypad and smart gate lock installation with code setup explained so you can manage access yourself.
  • Available 24/7, including nights and weekends, when a gate that will not latch becomes a security problem.

Gate Lock Repair across South Pasadena

South Pasadena is compact and walkable, and its gates reflect that. In Monterey Hills and Altos de Monterey, hillside homes often have pedestrian gates along steep paths and driveway gates that sit on a slope, which affects how a latch lines up and how a swing gate behaves over time. Near the Mission Street District, Craftsman bungalows and older period homes frequently have wood side gates with worn thumb latches or rusted rim hardware that deserve a careful repair rather than a one-size replacement.

The city is also a frequent film and TV location, and that shapes some of our work. Homeowners sometimes need a temporary lockbox or a gate rekey around a production, then a fresh rekey once the crew has wrapped so they control access again. We handle that kind of discreet reset quickly and without fuss. Small businesses along Mission Street and Fair Oaks Avenue, near Mission West antique row and the Rialto Theatre, may have rear service gates or alley gates with dated locks, and a lost key mid-shift calls for a fast rekey.

We serve ZIP codes 91030 and 91031 and reach homes and shops near Fremont Avenue, Huntington Drive, Garfield Park and the Metro A Line Mission station, with easy access from I-110. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to the gate, wherever it is in town.

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Gate Lock Repair in South Pasadena — FAQs

Do you repair gate locks at South Pasadena homes day and night?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so call (323) 997-8867 at any hour and we will come to your gate.
Can you fix a gate that will not latch even though the lock seems fine?
Often, yes. A sagging gate, loose hinge or shifted post can stop a good latch from catching. We check alignment first and correct it, which can avoid replacing hardware you do not need to replace.
Do you install keypad and smart gate locks?
We do. We install and program keypad and smart gate locks, check that the unit suits outdoor exposure, and show you how to change codes yourself.
Can you rekey a gate lock instead of replacing it?
In many cases, yes. If the lock body is in good shape, rekeying makes old keys stop working without a full replacement. If it is badly corroded, we will tell you honestly that replacement is the better choice.
My home is used for filming. Can you help with access control?
Yes. We can set up temporary lockboxes and rekey gate and door locks before or after a production so you control who has access. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your situation.
Can you work on old wood gates at a Craftsman home?
Yes. We are comfortable with older wood gates and traditional latches and try to preserve character hardware when it can be repaired reliably.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are mobile only, so we come to you. There is no storefront, which keeps the service focused on getting to your gate.
How is the price of gate lock repair decided?
It depends on the gate type and condition, whether the lock can be repaired or must be replaced, the lock style you choose, and the urgency. Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the gate so we can explain what applies to you.
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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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