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Lock Replacement in El Segundo, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock replacement in El Segundo, California, available 24/7. We come to your home, office or suite and swap worn, corroded or outdated locks for new hardware keyed to your needs. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door and get started.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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El Segundo is really two towns sharing one grid. West of Sepulveda Blvd, you have walkable blocks of 1920s to 1940s bungalows and 1950s homes, many with original hardware that has been painted over, re-keyed, and loosened by decades of use. East of Sepulveda, the landscape shifts to corporate and aerospace campuses and the light-industrial and creative spaces of Smoky Hollow, where locks are about controlling who has access as much as keeping people out.

Lock replacement is the right call when a lock is past saving: a deadbolt that sticks or spins freely, a latch that no longer lines up with the strike, a cylinder worn smooth by thousands of turns, or hardware you simply no longer trust after a move, a break-in, or a change in staff. Sometimes cleaning or rekeying is enough, and we will tell you so honestly. When replacement is better, we explain why and what the options are before any work begins.

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 with no storefront, so everything happens at your door. That suits a homeowner who wants a quick fix on a weeknight and a facilities team that needs interior offices handled after hours.

How it works in El Segundo

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    Tell us about the door and the problem

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe what is happening: sticking, corrosion, a lost key, a recent staff change, or a plan to upgrade. Tell us whether it is a house, an office suite, or a campus interior door so we bring suitable hardware.

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    We come to you

    We are 24/7 and fully mobile, so we travel to your El Segundo address with a range of deadbolts, knobsets, levers and cylinders. There is no shop visit and nothing for you to drop off.

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    Inspect the lock, door and frame

    Before swapping anything we look at the whole assembly. On older bungalow doors, a swollen or sagging door, a misaligned strike plate, or a worn bore can be the real culprit. We tell you what we find and what will actually fix it.

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    Choose the hardware together

    We go over options for security level, finish, keying, and whether you want keys that match other locks on the property. For multi-suite buildings, we can discuss how new cylinders fit into a master-key plan.

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    Install, align and test

    We remove the old hardware, fit the new lock, adjust the strike and latch so the door closes cleanly, and cycle it repeatedly. We make sure every key works before we leave.

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    Hand over keys and next steps

    You receive your keys and a clear explanation of what was done. If other doors need attention, we note it so you can plan rather than rush.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock: a basic residential knobset, a grade-rated deadbolt, a smart lock, and a commercial-grade cylinder differ considerably in hardware cost.
  • How many locks are being replaced, and whether they should all be keyed alike or be separately keyed.
  • The condition of the door and frame, since a misaligned strike, an enlarged bore or a warped door may need extra work to make the new lock perform properly.
  • Whether the work involves access control, master-key systems or file-cabinet and cam locks, which take more planning than a single deadbolt.
  • The time of day: after-hours, overnight or weekend calls can affect the total compared with a scheduled daytime visit.
  • Finish and brand preferences, especially when matching existing hardware on a period home.

Why El Segundo chooses us

  • Fully mobile, 24/7 service: we come to your door in El Segundo, and there is no storefront to find.
  • Operating in Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work.
  • We diagnose before replacing. If cleaning, realigning or rekeying will do the job, we say so rather than sell new hardware.
  • Experience with both older bungalow doors and commercial setups like master-key systems and office access control.
  • We test every lock and key before leaving, and we explain what we did in plain language.
  • Clear conversations about options and cost factors up front so there are no surprises.

Lock Replacement across El Segundo

In the West Side residential grid, west of Sepulveda Blvd, many homes are 1930s bungalows and 1950s houses with their original doors. Being a short distance from the coast, exterior deadbolts can corrode and stiffen over the years, and doors shift with the seasons. A common job here is replacing a tired exterior deadbolt, or cleaning one out when it is salvageable, and realigning the door so the bolt throws smoothly. We can match a finish to the character of the house.

East of Sepulveda, Smoky Hollow is a mix of light-industrial and creative spaces. Tenants in multi-suite buildings often want to replace old cylinders, set up a master-key system, or step up to access control. In the Downtown and Main Street area near Old Town Music Hall, small businesses may need a cylinder replaced after a key goes missing or a tenant moves out. We work in 90245 and the surrounding area, and we are comfortable around the busy corridors of Imperial Hwy, El Segundo Blvd, Rosecrans Ave and Aviation Blvd.

El Segundo is also home to large employers, from Mattel headquarters and the Los Angeles Air Force Base area to the corporate campuses near The Point. Facilities teams often need after-hours rekeying of interior offices and file-cabinet or cam-lock service following staff changes. Because we are mobile and available around the clock, we can fit those jobs outside business hours. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule.

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Lock Replacement in El Segundo — FAQs

When should I replace a lock instead of rekeying it?
Rekeying works when the hardware is sound and you just need different keys. Replace when the lock is worn, corroded, damaged, loose, or no longer offers the security you want. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will help you decide.
Do you offer lock replacement 24/7 in El Segundo?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we come to your home or business in El Segundo. Call (323) 997-8867 any time.
My bungalow's deadbolt is stiff and corroded. Can it be saved?
Sometimes a thorough cleaning and a door realignment solves it, especially if the door itself has shifted. If the cylinder or bolt is badly worn, replacement is the better long-term fix. We check both the lock and the door before recommending anything.
Can you set up a master-key system for a multi-suite building in Smoky Hollow?
Yes. We can replace cylinders and plan a master-key system so each tenant has their own key while a master key opens the suites that need it. We discuss the structure with you first.
Can you replace locks after hours for an office or campus?
Yes. Because we are 24/7 and mobile, we can handle interior office rekeying or replacement, plus file-cabinet and cam-lock service, outside normal business hours. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange it.
Do I need to be home during the replacement?
Someone authorized should be present, or we should have clear arrangements, because we need access to the door and you will want to receive the new keys. We will confirm details when you call.
Can new locks match the look of my older home?
Often, yes. We can discuss finishes and styles that suit period hardware, while still giving you a modern, reliable lock.
What affects the cost of lock replacement?
The type and grade of hardware, the number of locks, keying requirements, door and frame condition, and timing all play a part. We talk through these factors with you before starting.
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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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