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Gate Lock Repair in Westmont, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile gate lock repair in Westmont, California, including latches, keypad locks, smart gate locks and roll-down security gate locks. We come to your home or business, so there is no shop to visit. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a locksmith.

  • Mobile to your Westmont location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A gate lock is often the first thing between your property and the street, and in Westmont it works hard. Many homes here are 1920s to 1950s stucco bungalows on modest lots, with side gates and front yard gates that have been opened and slammed for decades. Latches rust, hinges sag, strike posts shift, and the lock stops lining up with the latch. What starts as a gate that needs a shoulder push to close can become a gate that will not secure at all.

The commercial strips are a different story. Along Western Avenue, Vermont Avenue and Imperial Highway, mini-malls, markets and auto shops rely on roll-down security gates and heavy padlock or cylinder hardware every single night. Those locks take weather, dust, forced attempts and daily wear, and when one jams at closing time, the business cannot be safely locked up.

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 and available around the clock. We repair what can be repaired, replace what cannot, and tell you plainly which is which, so you are not paying for hardware you do not need.

How it works in Westmont

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    Call and describe the gate

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what kind of gate you have: a swinging yard gate, a sliding gate, a driveway gate, or a roll-down storefront gate. Tell us what the lock is doing, whether it sticks, will not latch, lost its key, or was forced. That helps us bring the right parts to your Westmont address.

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    On-site inspection

    We look at the lock, latch, hinges, gate alignment and the post or frame it closes against. Many lock problems are really alignment problems, so we check the whole closing path before deciding anything.

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    Repair or replace, explained plainly

    If the lock can be cleaned, adjusted, re-aligned or rekeyed, we will say so. If the hardware is worn out, rusted through or damaged in a break-in, we explain the replacement options, including keypad and smart gate locks, before work begins.

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    Fit, adjust and secure

    We install or repair the lock, then adjust the latch, strike and any hinges so the gate closes cleanly without force. On roll-down gates, we make sure the lock engages fully and the bar or track is not binding.

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    Test and hand over

    We cycle the lock repeatedly, test every key or code, and show you how to use and maintain it. For keypad and smart locks, we set up codes with you and explain how to change them after tenant or staff turnover.

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What affects the price

  • The type of gate: a simple swinging yard gate, a sliding gate, a driveway gate and a commercial roll-down gate each involve different hardware and labor.
  • Repair versus replacement: adjusting or rekeying an existing lock is a different job from installing new hardware.
  • Lock type chosen: a basic latch and keyed lock, a keypad lock and a smart gate lock differ in cost and installation work.
  • Condition of the gate itself: sagging hinges, bent frames, or rusted posts may need correction for any new lock to work properly.
  • Security grade: higher-security cylinders, hardened hasps and reinforced strike hardware add to materials, especially for commercial use.
  • Time and urgency: after-hours or emergency calls, such as a gate that cannot be locked after a break-in, can affect the overall quote.

Why Westmont chooses us

  • Fully mobile, so the work happens at your gate. There is no storefront, and nothing needs to be dropped off.
  • In business since 1987, which means familiarity with the older hardware found on mid-century Los Angeles homes and commercial buildings.
  • Available 24/7, which matters when a storefront gate will not lock at closing or a yard gate is damaged overnight.
  • We handle residential yard gates and commercial roll-down gates, including keypad and smart options, so one call covers the whole property.
  • We aim to repair when repair makes sense, rather than defaulting to replacement.
  • Owner-led: David Shar is the lead technician, and the standards come from the top.

Gate Lock Repair across Westmont

Westmont sits in unincorporated Los Angeles County, and the gate needs here follow the streets. Along the Western Avenue corridor, near Jesse Owens Community Regional Park at 9651 S Western Ave, you find a mix of homes with front and side gates and small commercial buildings with security gates. The Vermont Avenue corridor has a similar blend, with storefronts and markets that depend on a roll-down gate lock working every night.

We also serve the neighboring areas of Vermont Knolls and West Athens, where older bungalows, duplexes and small apartment buildings often have shared or side gates that see heavy daily use. In ZIP codes 90047 and 90044, we commonly see worn latches on 1940s stucco homes, rental duplexes that need rekeying after tenant turnover, and mini-mall units along Imperial Highway and Manchester Avenue that need a stronger lock on a roll-down gate.

Whether you are near Washington Preparatory High School, off Florence Avenue, or close to the Vermont and Manchester corridor, call (323) 997-8867. We come to you, day or night.

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Other Westmont locksmith services

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Gate Lock Repair in Westmont — FAQs

Do you repair gate locks at homes in Westmont, or just businesses?
Both. We repair yard gates, side gates and driveway gates at bungalows, duplexes and apartment buildings, as well as roll-down gates at storefronts and mini-malls. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your situation.
Can you install a keypad or smart lock on my gate?
Yes, in many cases. The right choice depends on your gate type, power or battery needs, and how many people need access. We assess the gate on site and recommend what fits, rather than pushing one product.
My gate will not latch properly. Does that mean the lock is bad?
Not always. Sagging hinges, a shifted post or a worn strike are common causes, especially on older properties. We check alignment first so you do not replace a lock that only needed adjustment.
Can you fix a roll-down security gate lock on a Western Avenue storefront?
Yes. We repair and replace locks on roll-down gates, and can add a higher-security lock if the existing one is weak or damaged. If it is after hours and you cannot lock up, call (323) 997-8867.
Can you rekey a gate lock after a tenant moves out?
Yes. Rekeying makes old keys stop working without always replacing the hardware, which is useful for rental duplexes and small apartment buildings. Keypad locks can simply have their codes changed.
What should I do if my gate was forced open in a break-in?
Make sure everyone is safe and call the police first if needed. Then call us at (323) 997-8867. We can secure or replace damaged lock hardware and look at reinforcing weak points.
Do I need to come to a shop?
No. We are fully mobile only and have no storefront. We come to your property anywhere we serve in Westmont.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. A gate that will not lock does not wait for business hours, so neither do we.
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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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