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Lock Rekeying in Carson, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in Carson, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to your home, apartment, or business and change your locks so old keys stop working. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule a rekey.

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Rekeying changes the internal pins of a lock cylinder so that a new key works and every previous key does not. The lock itself stays on the door. In Carson, where so many homes were built in the late 1960s and 1970s with Kwikset and Schlage key-in-knob sets and single-cylinder deadbolts, that is often the most sensible fix. It is a good fit when hardware is still sound and the real problem is that you do not know who holds a copy of the key.

The most common reasons people call us are a recent move or home purchase, a breakup or roommate change, a lost or stolen set of keys, or a former tenant, contractor, or employee who may still have access. Rekeying also lets you put every exterior door on a single key, so you stop carrying a ring of mismatched ones. Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar built the business on straightforward, honest work like this.

We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit, so we bring the tools and key stock to you, whether that is a ranch-style tract home, a garden apartment along Avalon Boulevard, a unit in a manufactured-home park, or a commercial space near the industrial zones. Sometimes a rekey is not the right answer, for example when a lock is badly worn or damaged, and we will say so plainly rather than sell you something you do not need.

How it works in Carson

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    Call and describe what you have

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us how many locks you need rekeyed, whether they are knobs, deadbolts, or something else, and why you want the change. That helps us bring the right pinning kits and spare parts.

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    Inspect each lock on site

    We look at every cylinder before touching it. Older Kwikset and Schlage knobs from the 1970s sometimes have worn latches or sticky cylinders. If a lock is too worn to rekey reliably, we will show you and talk through options.

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    Remove and rekey the cylinders

    We take each cylinder apart, replace the pins to match a new key cut, and reassemble it. The hardware stays on your door, so there is no drilling or patching of stucco-framed or lightweight doors.

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    Match doors to one key if you want

    Most customers want the front door, back door, and garage entry on one key. We can pin multiple locks alike so you carry just one, and we can keep a separate key for a shed or side gate if you prefer.

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    Test every lock and every key

    We cycle each lock several times with the new keys, confirm the deadbolt throws fully into the strike, and check that the old key no longer turns anything. Then we hand over your keys and explain what was done.

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What affects the price

  • The number of cylinders being rekeyed, since each lock takes hands-on time
  • The type of lock, such as standard knobs and deadbolts versus higher-security or commercial cylinders
  • Whether all locks are matched to one key or pinned separately
  • How many keys you need cut once the work is done
  • Condition of the existing hardware, because worn locks may need repair or replacement instead
  • Time of day and location, since we work around the clock and travel to you

Why Carson chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so the work happens at your door without you driving anywhere
  • In business since 1987, with David Shar as owner and lead technician
  • Familiarity with Carson's older housing, including 1970s Kwikset and Schlage knobs and single-cylinder deadbolts
  • Honest assessments: we will tell you when replacing a worn lock makes more sense than rekeying it
  • Experience with both residential and commercial work, from tract homes to roll-up-door cylinders
  • Available 24/7, including late-night rekeys after a lost key or a break-in

Lock Rekeying across Carson

Carson is a city of tract homes, and many of them have had the same locks since the 1970s. In Scottsdale and Carriage Crest, flat lots and stucco ranch and split-level houses are common, and the original knob sets and deadbolts are often still on the doors. If you have just bought a place in 90745 or 90746, rekeying the exterior doors is a quick way to be sure no previous owner, agent, or contractor still has a working key.

Students, staff, and landlords near California State University, Dominguez Hills often call when roommates change or a key goes missing, and rekeying a rental between tenants is easier than replacing every lock. In Victoria and other master-planned subdivisions, we rekey entry doors, garage access doors, and side gates. Garden apartments along Avalon Boulevard and Carson Street also come up regularly, usually after a tenant turnover. Manufactured-home owners in the park communities around 90810 and 90745 can also call us when a lightweight door lock needs attention.

We reach Carson by way of the I-110, I-405, and SR-91, and we work throughout the city, from the area near Dignity Health Sports Park and SouthBay Pavilion to businesses along Alameda Street and in the industrial zones. For commercial spaces, rekeying a cylinder after a break-in attempt or staff change is a practical step, though in some cases a damaged cylinder needs replacing outright. Whatever the setting, call (323) 997-8867 and we will tell you what makes sense.

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Lock Rekeying in Carson — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing a lock?
Rekeying changes the internal pins so a new key works and old keys do not, while keeping the same lock hardware. Replacing a lock swaps the whole unit. Rekeying is usually the more economical choice when the lock is still in good shape. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can help you decide.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Carson?
It is a smart step. You cannot know how many copies of the keys exist from prior owners, agents, or contractors. Rekeying the exterior locks makes sure only the keys you hold will work.
Can you rekey the old Kwikset and Schlage locks common in 1970s Carson homes?
Often yes. Many of those knobs and deadbolts can be rekeyed if the internals are still in decent condition. If a lock is badly worn or seizing, we will tell you honestly and discuss replacement.
Can all my doors be put on one key?
Yes, in most cases. We can pin the front door, back door, and other entries to a single key. If a lock is a different brand or type, we will explain whether it can be matched.
Do you offer rekeying at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour to arrange service.
Do you rekey locks in manufactured-home parks?
We service homes in Carson's manufactured-home communities. Because these doors are often lightweight and use different lock styles, we look at the specific hardware first. Some locks can be rekeyed and others are better replaced.
Can you rekey commercial locks too?
Yes. We work on commercial cylinders, including those on roll-up doors and warehouse entries. After a break-in attempt or an employee change, rekeying or replacing the cylinder is often a sensible response.
Do I need to be home during the rekey?
Someone authorized should be present so we can access the locks and hand over the new keys. Call (323) 997-8867 if you have questions about your situation.
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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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