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Gate Lock Repair in Ventura, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile gate lock repair in Ventura, California, 24/7. We repair and install gate locks and latches, including keypad and smart gate locks, and come to your property. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your gate and get a technician headed your way.

  • Mobile to your Ventura location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A gate is the first lock a visitor meets, and in Ventura it works hard. Coastal air, morning marine layer, foggy dampness and decades of daily use take a toll on latches, hinges and strike plates. A gate that will not latch, a keypad that stops responding, or a lock that has seized solid leaves a yard, a pool, a side passage or a commercial lot open to anyone. Repairing it promptly matters, and so does repairing it correctly.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit; we bring the tools and hardware to your gate, whether it is a wooden side gate on a Craftsman bungalow, a wrought-iron driveway gate, or a pedestrian gate at a harbor-side business.

Our gate work covers the common problems: latches that no longer catch, locks that bind or will not turn, worn or misaligned strike hardware, keypad locks with dead or erratic keypads, and smart gate locks that need reprogramming or replacement. We can also install a new gate lock where none exists or where the old one has reached the end of its life. We work at any hour, since gates fail on nights and weekends as often as on weekdays.

How it works in Ventura

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    You call and describe the gate

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what kind of gate it is: wood, wrought iron, aluminum, chain link or vehicle gate; what type of lock or latch is on it; and what is going wrong. Photos or a brand name, if you have them, help us arrive prepared.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile and available 24/7, a technician travels to your Ventura property with a stocked vehicle. We make no promises about arrival timing over the phone beyond being straightforward about availability when you call.

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    Inspect the whole assembly

    A lock that fails is often a symptom. We check the latch, lock body, strike, hinges, post alignment, and gate sag. In salt-air areas we look for corrosion in the cylinder and fasteners, since a new lock on a sagging gate will fail again.

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    Repair or replace, with clear options

    We explain whether a repair is sensible or a replacement is the better value, and describe the choices: a like-for-like latch, a more weather-resistant model, a keypad lock, or a smart gate lock. You decide before work begins.

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    Install, align and test

    We install or repair the hardware, adjust alignment so the gate closes and latches without slamming or force, and test the lock repeatedly. For keypad and smart locks we set up codes or app access and show you how to manage them.

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    Leave it secure

    We confirm the gate latches on its own, hand over any keys, and give practical maintenance tips for coastal conditions, such as periodic cleaning and the right type of lubricant for your hardware.

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What affects the price

  • The type of gate and lock involved: a simple wood-gate latch is a different job than a commercial-grade keypad lock on a steel gate.
  • Whether the existing hardware can be repaired or must be replaced, and the grade and finish of any replacement, including marine-appropriate corrosion-resistant options.
  • The condition of the gate itself, since hinge wear, post movement or sagging may need correction for the lock to work reliably.
  • Keypad or smart lock features, such as code management, app control, or integration with an existing access system.
  • The time of day and the urgency of the call, as after-hours emergency service differs from a scheduled visit.
  • Access and site conditions, such as multiple gates, a vehicle gate with a motor, or hard-to-reach hardware.

Why Ventura chooses us

  • Mobile service with no storefront: the work happens at your gate, so you do not have to remove or transport anything.
  • Experience since 1987 with the full range of residential and commercial gate hardware, led by owner David Shar.
  • Attention to coastal wear: we recognize salt-air corrosion and recommend hardware suited to Pierpont, Ventura Keys and harbor-area conditions.
  • We look at alignment and hinges, not just the lock, so the repair holds rather than failing again in a few weeks.
  • Support for keypad and smart gate locks, including setup and reprogramming, which is helpful for rentals and shared access.
  • Available 24/7, so a gate that fails at night does not have to stay unsecured until morning.

Gate Lock Repair across Ventura

Ventura's housing varies from block to block, and so do its gates. In Downtown Ventura and Midtown, many older Craftsman bungalows and Spanish Colonial Revival homes sit near the Main Street historic district and the Mission San Buenaventura, often with wooden side gates and older latches that deserve careful handling. We try to repair or match period hardware where practical, rather than replacing everything with an unrelated modern look.

Near the water, the conditions are harder on metal. Homes in Pierpont and Ventura Keys, including canal-front properties with boat docks, face constant salt air, and dock gates and side-yard latches corrode quickly. Replacing a seized lock there often means choosing more resistant materials and sometimes swapping rusted hinges and fasteners at the same time. We serve addresses throughout ZIP codes 93001, 93003 and 93004, from the older streets near downtown to the hillside homes of Hobson Heights and the newer tract neighborhoods in East Ventura.

Ventura also has many visitors. Vacation rentals near the Ventura Pier and Main Street often use keypad or smart gate locks, and guest turnover means codes need resetting or a lock stops responding at the worst moment. We also work with commercial properties, from harbor businesses along Harbor Blvd to retail near Victoria Ave and Telephone Rd. Whether you are off US-101, SR-33 or SR-126, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Gate Lock Repair in Ventura — FAQs

Can you repair a gate lock at my Ventura home at night?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867, describe the problem, and we will arrange to come to your property.
Why do gate locks near the coast wear out so fast?
Salt air and moisture corrode cylinders, springs, hinges and screws. In areas like Pierpont and Ventura Keys, we often recommend corrosion-resistant hardware and periodic cleaning to extend lock life.
Do you work on keypad and smart gate locks?
Yes. We repair, replace, install and reprogram keypad and smart gate locks, and we can set up codes or app access and explain how to manage them.
My gate will not latch but the lock seems fine. What is wrong?
Often it is alignment: a sagging gate, loose hinges, or a shifted post keeps the latch from meeting the strike. We check the whole assembly and correct the cause, not just the lock.
Can you help with a vacation rental gate near the Ventura Pier?
Yes. We can reprogram keypad or smart gate locks between guests, replace failed units, and help if someone is locked out. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your setup.
Can you match older hardware on a historic downtown home?
We try to repair or match existing hardware when practical. If your home has preservation considerations, tell us when you call so we can plan the work around them.
How much does gate lock repair cost?
It depends on the gate and lock type, whether repair or replacement is needed, the hardware grade and finish, any alignment work, and the time of the call. We explain the options before starting.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are a fully mobile service with no storefront. We come to your gate anywhere in Ventura, and you can reach us at (323) 997-8867.
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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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