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Commercial Door Hardware Repair and Replacement in Van Nuys, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides commercial door hardware repair and replacement in Van Nuys, California, covering storefront, aluminum-frame and mortise doors. We are fully mobile and available 24/7, so we come to your business. For service or questions, call (323) 997-8867.

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A commercial door works harder than almost anything else in a building. It opens and closes hundreds of times a day, takes abuse from carts, deliveries and wind, and has to lock reliably at night. In Van Nuys, where aluminum-storefront strips line Van Nuys Boulevard, Sepulveda Boulevard and Victory Boulevard, the hardware on those doors is usually the first thing to wear out: a sagging closer, a deadlatch that no longer catches, a panic bar that sticks, or a cylinder that turns stiffly.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We are a fully mobile locksmith, which means there is no storefront to visit. We bring tools and common hardware to your shop, office, warehouse or suite, diagnose the door, and repair or replace what is actually failing.

Our commercial door hardware work covers narrow-stile aluminum storefront doors with Adams Rite style deadlatches, panic and exit devices, mortise locksets, door closers, pull handles, strike plates and the cylinders that go in them. Sometimes a repair is all that is needed. Sometimes the frame has shifted and the hardware only needs alignment. We tell you which it is before we start, so you are not paying to replace parts that are fine.

How it works in Van Nuys

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    Call and describe the door

    Call (323) 997-8867, any hour. Tell us what type of door it is (aluminum storefront, wood with a mortise lock, glass, or a rear steel door), what it is doing, and whether the building is currently secure. That helps us bring the right parts to Van Nuys on the first trip.

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    On-site inspection

    We look at the whole door, not only the lock. Hinges or pivots, closer arm, latch alignment, strike position and frame condition all affect how hardware behaves. Many 'broken lock' calls turn out to be a door that has dropped slightly and is binding.

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    Repair or replace recommendation

    We explain what can be repaired, what should be replaced, and why. For example, a worn deadlatch on a storefront door may be replaced, while a sound panic device may only need adjustment or a new cylinder. You decide before work begins.

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    Installation and alignment

    We install or repair the hardware, then align latch, strike and closer so the door swings, closes and locks without force. On aluminum frames we work carefully around the narrow stile and glass, which leave little room for error.

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    Rekeying and key control

    If a tenant has changed or keys have gone missing, we can rekey cylinders so old keys stop working, and set up keying that fits how many people need access. We can also discuss restricted or keyed-alike options for multiple doors.

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    Testing and walkthrough

    Before leaving we cycle the door repeatedly, test the lock from both sides, check the panic function where applicable, and show you or your manager how everything works so the business can close up securely.

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What affects the price

  • The type of hardware involved: a basic cylinder swap is a different job than replacing a panic device, mortise body or full storefront deadlatch.
  • Repair versus replacement: aligning or adjusting existing hardware usually costs less than installing new components.
  • Door and frame condition: a shifted frame, worn hinges or a dropped door can add work beyond the lock itself.
  • Number of doors and cylinders: rekeying or keying alike several doors in one visit is handled differently than a single door.
  • Hardware grade and finish: commercial-grade parts, matching finishes and special or hard-to-find mortise components vary in cost.
  • Timing and access: after-hours or emergency calls, and how quickly the building must be secured, can affect the scope of the visit.

Why Van Nuys chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a failed door at a Van Nuys business does not have to wait until morning to be secured.
  • In business since 1987, with hands-on experience across older mortise hardware and modern aluminum-storefront systems.
  • Owner-led: David Shar is the lead technician, so questions go to someone who actually does the work.
  • We diagnose the whole door, including closer, hinges and alignment, rather than just swapping a lock and hoping.
  • We give an honest repair-or-replace recommendation and explain it before work begins.
  • Rekeying after tenant changes is part of our everyday work, not an afterthought.

Commercial Door Hardware across Van Nuys

Van Nuys has a wide mix of commercial buildings. Aluminum-storefront strips run along Van Nuys Boulevard, Sepulveda Boulevard and Victory Boulevard, auto row sits along Van Nuys Boulevard, and aviation-adjacent industrial buildings cluster around Van Nuys Airport, one of the busiest general-aviation airports in the country. Each has its own door hardware needs, from Adams Rite deadlatches and panic bars on storefronts to heavy-use rear and service doors at shops and hangars.

A common call here is a storefront on Van Nuys Boulevard or Sepulveda where a tenant has moved out and the new owner wants the deadlatch and panic hardware rekeyed or replaced so no previous keys still work. We also see worn closers and sticking latches on busy doors near the Van Nuys Civic Center, where offices around the Valley Municipal Building and the Van Nuys Courthouse see steady foot traffic. In ZIP code 91401 and 91405, many of these buildings are older, and the hardware has often been patched over the years.

We also serve businesses in 91406 and 91411, and the mix of older buildings in the original townsite near Sylvan Park and the commercial corridors toward Kester Ridge means we regularly see everything from vintage mortise locks to modern aluminum-frame hardware. With I-405 and US-101 close by, we can reach most Van Nuys businesses at any hour. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us where the door is.

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Commercial Door Hardware in Van Nuys — FAQs

Can you repair aluminum storefront door hardware in Van Nuys?
Yes. We repair and replace hardware on aluminum-frame storefront doors, including Adams Rite style deadlatches, cylinders, pull handles, closers and panic devices. Call (323) 997-8867 and describe what the door is doing.
Do you offer 24/7 service for commercial doors?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. If a business door will not lock or will not open in Van Nuys, call (323) 997-8867 at any hour so we can help secure the building.
We have a new tenant. Should we rekey the storefront?
Usually yes. Rekeying the deadlatch and any other cylinders means old keys stop working without replacing all the hardware. If the hardware is also worn, we will tell you whether replacement makes more sense.
Can you fix a panic bar that sticks or will not latch?
Often we can. Sticking is commonly caused by alignment, a worn latch or a strike that has shifted. We inspect the device and door, then recommend adjustment, repair or replacement.
Do you work on older mortise locks?
Yes. Many Van Nuys buildings, especially near the original townsite, have older mortise hardware. We service these where practical and replace parts or the lock body when repair is not sensible.
Is there a shop I can visit?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile only. We come to your Van Nuys location with tools and common parts, so there is no storefront to visit.
Why does my storefront door keep failing even after a new lock?
The cause is often the door itself: dropped hinges or pivots, a misadjusted closer or a shifted frame can put stress on the lock. We check the entire door so the fix lasts.
How do I get a quote for several doors?
Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us how many doors, what type of hardware and what you need done. We will explain what affects the cost for your specific building.
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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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