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Key Duplication in West Hollywood, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile key duplication in West Hollywood, cutting house, office, mailbox and restricted keys on location. We are available 24/7 and come to your apartment, condo or office, with no storefront trip needed. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through what you need copied.

  • Mobile to your West Hollywood location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Getting a spare key cut sounds simple until you live in West Hollywood. Many residents here rent in dense, older buildings where the keys on your ring may include a unit key, a front-door or courtyard gate key, a mailbox key, a garage or laundry room key, and sometimes a key stamped Do Not Duplicate. Each of those can need a different approach. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we bring the cutting equipment to you instead of asking you to hunt for a hardware counter.

Our team has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, under owner and lead technician David Shar. That experience matters with key duplication, because the quality of a copy depends on the blank, the cutting accuracy and a check that the new key actually turns smoothly in the lock it was made for. A key that almost works is the one that wears out a cylinder or snaps in the lock at the worst moment.

Whether you need a spare for a roommate, a copy for a dog walker, extra keys for a small office on Santa Monica Blvd or a mailbox key for a building where the original went missing, we handle the work at your door, any hour. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what kind of key you have and where it is used.

How it works in West Hollywood

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    Tell us what you are copying

    When you call (323) 997-8867, describe the key and where it is used: a unit door, a courtyard gate, a mailbox, an office or a padlock. Mention any markings on the bow, such as a brand name or a restricted-keyway notice. This helps us bring suitable blanks.

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    We come to your location

    We are 24/7 and fully mobile, so we meet you at your apartment, condo, home or workplace in West Hollywood. There is nothing to drop off and no shop to visit, which suits people juggling work, nightlife-area schedules or limited parking.

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    Verify the original and the lock

    Before cutting, we inspect the original key for wear. A heavily worn key makes a poor template and can produce a copy that binds. If the original is tired, we may recommend cutting from the lock instead, or making a fresh key by other means.

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    Cut and match the blank

    We select a blank that matches the keyway and cut it on location. Standard house and office keys are straightforward. Restricted or high-security keys have their own rules, and we explain what is possible and what requires authorization before we proceed.

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    Test in the actual lock

    We try the new key in the lock, checking that it enters smoothly, turns without force and retracts cleanly. We repeat this a few times, since a copy that works once can still stick later. If it is not right, we adjust or recut it.

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    Review what you have

    We hand over the original and the copies and point out any lock that seems to be wearing out. In older buildings with original hardware, that early warning can save you from a lockout later.

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What affects the price

  • Key type: a basic house key is a simpler job than a high-security, restricted or specialty-keyway key.
  • Number of keys: cutting several copies at one visit is handled differently from a single spare.
  • Condition of the original: a worn or damaged key may need extra work or a different approach to get a reliable copy.
  • Restricted-key authorization: keys on a protected system may require proof of authorization, which can affect the steps involved.
  • Time of day: because we are available 24/7, after-hours and weekend visits can be priced differently from daytime ones.
  • Location and access: travel to your West Hollywood address and ease of access can play a part in the overall quote.

Why West Hollywood chooses us

  • Fully mobile, with no storefront: we cut keys where you are, which is useful in a dense city with tight parking.
  • In business since 1987, with David Shar as owner and lead technician, so the work comes from long hands-on experience.
  • We test every copy in the lock it is meant for, rather than handing it over untested.
  • We understand older multi-unit buildings, including courtyard apartments and rent-controlled units with original hardware.
  • We are honest about restricted keys and tell you up front what we can copy and what needs authorization.
  • Available 24/7, so a lost-spare problem does not have to wait for business hours.

Key Duplication across West Hollywood

West Hollywood packs a lot of doors into a small footprint. In the 1920s and 1930s Spanish and Mediterranean courtyard apartments and Art Deco buildings around Norma Triangle, West Hollywood West and the streets off Fountain Ave, original hardware is still common, and so are shared keys for gates, mail areas and laundry rooms. Those older locks can be worn, which makes the quality of a copy matter. In mid-century dingbats along Santa Monica Blvd in Boystown, a unit key and a building entry key often hang together on one ring, and tenants regularly need spares for partners or roommates.

Further up, the high-rise condos along the Sunset Strip near the Whisky a Go Go and The Roxy add another layer: HOA rules, fobs, buzzer and intercom entry, and sometimes smart locks on unit doors. We can cut mechanical keys for those doors, and we will tell you plainly if a fob or access card must come from your property manager. In the Avenues and Design District along Melrose Ave, near the Pacific Design Center, many small offices and showrooms need extra keys for staff and vendors, and we cut them on site.

We serve ZIP codes 90069, 90046, 90048 and 90038, reaching customers off Sunset Blvd, Santa Monica Blvd, La Cienega Blvd, Fairfax Ave and Doheny Dr. Whether you are a few blocks from Book Soup or near the Comedy Store, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Key Duplication in West Hollywood — FAQs

Can you duplicate keys at my West Hollywood apartment?
Yes. We are fully mobile and cut keys on location at your apartment, condo, home or office. There is no storefront to visit. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your key and arrange a visit.
Do you offer key duplication late at night?
We are available 24/7, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will talk through your situation.
Can you copy a key marked Do Not Duplicate?
That marking is a request, not always a legal lock, but we take it seriously. If the key is yours and you can show you are authorized, we can discuss options. For restricted systems, we may need proof of authorization first.
Can you copy a mailbox key?
Yes, in most cases. Mailbox keys are usually simple to cut. If your building uses a postal-controlled lock, the process may be different, and we will tell you what applies to your building.
My building uses a fob or intercom. Can you copy that?
We cut mechanical keys. Fobs, access cards and intercom credentials are normally issued by your property manager or HOA, so we will point you in the right direction if that is what you need.
What if my original key is badly worn?
A worn original can produce a copy that sticks or fails. We inspect it first and may suggest an alternative approach. This is common with original hardware in older West Hollywood buildings.
Can I get keys cut for a rent-controlled unit?
Generally yes, for keys that belong to your own unit. Check your lease for any rules on duplicating building keys. If you want to talk it over, call (323) 997-8867.
How is key duplication priced?
Pricing depends on the key type, the number of copies, the condition of the original, any authorization needed, the time of day and your location. We explain what applies before we start.
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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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