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Emergency Locksmith in West Hills, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile emergency locksmith service in West Hills, California, for home lockouts, jammed deadbolts, lost keys and urgent lock failures. We come to you at any hour with the tools on our truck. Call (323) 997-8867 and talk to a real person about your situation.

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Being locked out is never convenient, and in West Hills it tends to happen at the worst moments: coming home late from a shift at West Hills Hospital & Medical Center, finishing an evening walk near Shadow Ranch Park, or discovering that the deadbolt between the garage and the kitchen has seized with the groceries still in the car. Emergency locksmith work is about getting you back inside or secured quickly, without damaging more than necessary.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and our owner and lead technician, David Shar, built the business on mobile service. There is no storefront to drive to. We are available around the clock, and the work happens at your door, in your driveway, or at your gate.

West Hills has a particular mix of housing that shapes the emergencies we see. Many homes are 1960s to 1980s tract houses whose original Kwikset and Schlage hardware is now worn out. Others sit behind gated entrances or on hillside lots toward the Bell Canyon edge. Each of these has its own failure patterns, and knowing them helps us diagnose a problem faster and choose the least destructive fix.

How it works in West Hills

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    Call and describe what is happening

    Call (323) 997-8867 any time of day or night. Tell us whether you are locked out, have a key broken in the lock, or have a lock that will not turn. We will ask a few questions about the door and lock type so we can bring the right tools and parts.

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    Confirm who you are and that the property is yours

    Before opening a door we ask for reasonable proof that you live there or are authorized to be there, such as an ID with the address or other documentation. This protects residents and is a normal part of responsible locksmith work.

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    Try non-destructive entry first

    Where possible we open the lock without damaging it, using picking, bypass or shimming techniques. Many standard residential deadbolts and knob sets on West Hills tract homes can be opened this way, leaving the hardware intact.

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    Drill or extract only when needed

    When a lock has failed internally, such as a garage-to-house deadbolt that has jammed, non-destructive entry may not be possible. In that case we explain the situation, then drill or extract the cylinder and open the door with as little damage to the door and frame as we can manage.

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    Repair, rekey or replace on the spot

    After you are inside, we can repair the lock, rekey it, or replace it with new hardware so the door is secure before we leave. If a key was lost, rekeying or changing the cylinder ensures the missing key no longer works.

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    Test everything and walk you through it

    We test the lock with the door open and closed, make sure the strike and latch line up, and hand over working keys. If you want to talk about longer-term upgrades like a smart deadbolt, we can discuss that without pressure.

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What affects the price

  • Time of day and urgency: nighttime, weekend and holiday calls involve different logistics than a daytime appointment, and we explain this before work begins.
  • Type of lock and door: a standard builder-grade deadbolt is different from a high-security cylinder, a mortise lock or a smart lock.
  • Whether entry can be non-destructive: picking or bypassing is usually simpler than drilling out a failed or jammed lock.
  • Parts and hardware needed: replacing a cylinder or deadbolt involves materials, and the grade and brand you choose affect the total.
  • Number of locks involved: rekeying one door is different from matching several exterior doors, a pedestrian gate and a garage entry to one key.
  • Location and access: hillside driveways, gated communities and distance within our service area can affect travel and setup.

Why West Hills chooses us

  • Fully mobile, 24/7: we have no storefront, so every call is handled at your location, day or night.
  • Serving the area since 1987: David Shar and the team have decades of experience with the lock hardware found in Los Angeles area homes.
  • Familiar with West Hills hardware: aging Kwikset and Schlage builder locks, garage-to-house deadbolts and gated-community pedestrian locks are common jobs for us.
  • Least destructive method first: we try to open and save the lock before drilling, and we tell you when drilling is the only sensible choice.
  • Fix it before we leave: we can rekey, repair or replace on the same visit so you are not left with an insecure door.
  • Plain explanations: we describe what is wrong, what the options are and what affects the price before we start.

Emergency Locksmith across West Hills

West Hills sits at the western edge of the San Fernando Valley, and its character shows in the calls we get. Around the Shadow Ranch area, many homes date from the 1960s to the 1980s, and new owners of these tract houses often want every exterior door rekeyed to a single key, sometimes paired with a smart deadbolt. Along the Platt Village and Platt Ave corridor, busy households and older hardware lead to jammed locks and lost keys, especially in ZIP code 91307.

Farther toward the Valley Circle foothills and the Bell Canyon edge, newer gated developments add another layer. A resident who loses a key may need the pedestrian gate lock and the front deadbolt matched to the house key, so the lost key is useless everywhere. Hillside homes in areas like 91304 and 91308 can have longer driveways and tricky access, which we plan for when we dispatch.

Whether you are near Orcutt Ranch Horticultural Center, close to Chaminade College Preparatory, or driving along Roscoe Blvd, Victory Blvd, Sherman Way, Vanowen St, Saticoy St, Fallbrook Ave or Woodlake Ave, call (323) 997-8867. A common scenario is a garage-to-house deadbolt that fails and jams: we work through entry, drill or extract if needed, then fit a replacement so the door is secure again.

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Emergency Locksmith in West Hills — FAQs

Do you really work 24/7 in West Hills?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is a fully mobile locksmith available around the clock, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will dispatch to your West Hills address.
Do you have a shop I can come to?
No. We are mobile only, which means there is no storefront to visit. We bring the tools, keys and common hardware to your home, car or gate.
My garage-to-house deadbolt is jammed. Can it be saved?
Sometimes. We try non-destructive methods first. If the lock has failed internally, we may need to drill or extract it, then install a new deadbolt so the door is secure again. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the problem.
I lost my keys and live in a gated community off Valley Circle. What should I do?
Call us so we can rekey or replace the front deadbolt, and match the pedestrian gate lock where it is owned by you. This makes sure the lost key no longer works. Gate access rules vary, so check with your HOA about any shared locks.
Will you damage my door getting me in?
We aim to avoid damage. Most standard residential locks can be opened by picking or bypass. If drilling is required, we explain that first and keep damage to the lock itself as much as possible.
How much does an emergency lockout cost?
It depends on the lock type, the time of day, whether entry can be non-destructive, and any parts needed. We explain these factors before work starts. You can call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your situation.
Can you rekey all my doors to one key after buying a home?
Yes. New owners of older West Hills tract homes often have us rekey all exterior doors to a single key, and we can also install a smart deadbolt if you want one.
Do I need to prove I live at the property?
We ask for reasonable proof, such as ID showing the address, before opening a door. It protects residents and is standard for professional locksmiths.
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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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