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Lock Rekeying in Arcadia, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in Arcadia, California, 24/7. We come to your home, condo, or business and re-pin your existing locks so old keys stop working and new ones take over. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule a rekey whenever it suits you.

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Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so that the keys that used to open it no longer do. The lock stays on the door, the hardware stays the same, and you receive new keys cut to a fresh pin configuration. It is the standard fix when you have just bought a house, moved into a rental, ended a relationship with a roommate or contractor, or lost track of how many copies of a key are out there.

Arcadia gives this service a particular flavor. Many homes in Upper Rancho, Lower Rancho, and Highland Oaks have changed hands, and a large share of the older ranch houses have been torn down and replaced with custom estates. Whether you are closing on a resale, finishing a rebuild where builders and subcontractors carried keys for months, or settling into a condo near Santa Anita, a rekey is a sensible first step to knowing exactly who holds access.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit, so the work happens at your door, at a time that fits your move-in, closing, or schedule, day or night.

How it works in Arcadia

  1. 1

    Tell us about the property and locks

    When you call (323) 997-8867, we ask how many locks are involved, what type they are (deadbolts, entry knobs or levers, garage-to-house doors, side gates), and why you are rekeying. A new-home buyer, a landlord turning over a unit, and a business owner each have different needs.

  2. 2

    We come to you

    We are a mobile service, so the locksmith arrives with the tools and key blanks needed to work on-site. You do not need to remove hardware or bring locks anywhere.

  3. 3

    Inspect the existing hardware

    Before any work, we check that each cylinder is in good working condition. Rekeying only makes sense when the lock is sound. If a lock is worn, damaged, or low quality, we explain your options and let you decide whether to replace it.

  4. 4

    Re-pin the cylinders

    We remove each cylinder, replace the pins so they match a new key, and reassemble it. If you want several doors to work with a single key, we can key them alike so you carry one key instead of a ring of them.

  5. 5

    Test every lock and every key

    We operate each lock with the new keys, confirm smooth throw of the bolt, and verify that the old keys no longer work. You get the new keys in hand before we finish.

  6. 6

    Talk through next steps

    If you are managing multiple units, a rebuild with several entrances, or a commercial space, we can discuss how to organize keys, additional copies, or a master-key arrangement going forward.

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What affects the price

  • The number of locks or cylinders being rekeyed, since each one is re-pinned and tested individually.
  • Whether you want the locks keyed alike so one key opens multiple doors, or keyed separately.
  • The type and condition of the hardware, including whether a lock is a standard residential deadbolt or a higher-security or specialty cylinder.
  • How many new keys you need cut for family members, tenants, or staff.
  • Whether the work is scheduled in advance or requested at night, on a weekend, or on a holiday.
  • Whether the job is a simple rekey or part of a larger project, such as a master-key system or a full lockset package for new construction.

Why Arcadia chooses us

  • Fully mobile: we do the work at your property, so you are not shuttling hardware to a shop.
  • In business in Greater Los Angeles since 1987, with owner and lead tech David Shar guiding the work.
  • Available 24/7, which suits closing dates, late move-ins, and turnovers that do not follow business hours.
  • We rekey first and replace only when needed, so you do not pay for new hardware when your existing locks are sound.
  • We can handle residential, condo, and commercial rekeys, including keyed-alike and master-key arrangements.
  • We test every lock with the new keys and confirm old keys no longer work before we leave.

Lock Rekeying across Arcadia

Arcadia is a city of contrasts, and rekeying needs vary across it. In Upper Rancho and Highland Oaks, the steady teardown-and-rebuild cycle means many properties are either brand-new custom estates or older ranch homes recently sold. For new builds, the keys often pass through many hands, so rekeying at handover, or setting up a master-key system, helps owners control access. In Lower Rancho and Baldwin Stocker, resales are a common reason to rekey on the day you get the keys.

Near Santa Anita and along Huntington Drive, condos and apartments turn over regularly. Tenants and landlords in ZIP code 91006 and 91007 often ask us to rekey on move-in so previous occupants no longer have working keys. The same goes for homes around Peacock Village, where new owners simply want a clean slate. After-hours requests are common, and because we are available around the clock, we can fit around your move.

Businesses matter too. Tenant spaces in strip centers and shopping areas around Westfield Santa Anita, off Baldwin Ave and Santa Anita Ave, often need cylinders rekeyed when a lease changes hands or an employee leaves. Whether you are in 91066, 91077, or elsewhere in the city, near the Arboretum, Methodist Hospital, or Santa Anita Park, or close to I-210 or SR-19, we come to you. Call (323) 997-8867.

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Lock Rekeying in Arcadia — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing locks in Arcadia?
Rekeying changes the internal pins of an existing lock so it works with a new key. Changing locks replaces the hardware entirely. If your locks are in good shape, rekeying is usually the simpler way to make old keys stop working. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss which fits.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Arcadia?
It is a good idea. You cannot know how many copies of the old keys exist, whether with previous owners, agents, contractors, or neighbors. Rekeying on move-in means only the keys you hold will work.
Can you rekey a newly built home in Upper Rancho or Highland Oaks?
Yes. New construction often involves builders and subcontractors holding keys. We can rekey the locks at handover, and we can discuss keyed-alike or master-key arrangements for larger properties.
Do I need to take my locks off the doors?
No. We are fully mobile and work on-site. We remove and re-pin the cylinders ourselves, then reinstall and test them.
Can all my doors use the same key after rekeying?
In many cases, yes. We can key compatible locks alike so one key opens your front door, back door, and others. Compatibility depends on the lock brands and types, which we check on-site.
I am a tenant in a condo near Santa Anita. Can you help with a lockout and a rekey together?
We handle lockouts and rekeys, and we are available 24/7. Check your lease or with your landlord about rekeying permission, then call (323) 997-8867 and we can talk through the situation.
Do you rekey commercial locks near Westfield Santa Anita?
Yes. We rekey cylinders for tenant spaces, offices, and retail doors, and can discuss key organization for staff or multiple doors.
Is there a shop I can visit?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is mobile only, so we come to your location in Arcadia. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange a visit at any hour.
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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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