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Lock Rekeying in Encino, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in Encino, California, 24/7. We come to your home or condo and rekey your existing locks so old keys no longer work, which suits a move or a sale. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule.

  • Mobile to your Encino location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration of a lock so that a new key operates it and every previous key becomes useless. The lock itself stays on the door. For a new Encino homeowner, that is often the most sensible first security step: you cannot know how many copies of the old keys exist among prior owners, tenants, contractors, house cleaners, and real estate agents.

Encino has a wide mix of housing, and rekeying looks different across it. Large mid-century ranch homes on the flats north of Ventura Blvd often still carry locksets that are decades old. Gated estates in the hills south of Ventura, toward Mulholland Dr, may have several entry points, side gates, and safes to consider. Condos along Ventura Blvd bring building access systems into the picture alongside the unit deadbolt.

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 to visit. We bring the tools and parts to your door, around the clock, and do the work on site so you can have every lock on one key and know who holds a copy.

How it works in Encino

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    Call and describe the property

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us how many locks you have, what kind they are (deadbolts, knobsets, gate locks, a garage side door), and why you want to rekey. A recent purchase, a departed tenant, or a lost key all affect how we plan the visit.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile and available 24/7, we travel to your Encino address with key-cutting and rekeying equipment. There is no shop to drop locks off at, and the work happens at the door.

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    Inspect each lock

    We check the condition and brand of every lock first. A well-kept deadbolt rekeys easily. A worn or damaged original lockset from a 1950s home may be better rebuilt or replaced, and we explain the options before touching anything.

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    Rekey to a new key

    We remove the cylinders, replace the pins to match a new key, and reinstall them. Multiple locks can be set to the same key, so you carry one key for the front door, back door, and side entries.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We test each lock with the new key and confirm the old key no longer turns it. You get the new keys, and we can cut extra copies on site if the household needs them.

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    Add-ons if needed

    If you have a safe, an electronic keypad, or a gate lock that also changed hands, tell us. We can discuss resetting a safe combination or updating codes in the same visit where the equipment allows.

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What affects the price

  • The number of locks and cylinders being rekeyed, since each one is taken apart and repinned.
  • The brand and condition of the existing hardware, because older or worn locks may need rebuilding or replacing rather than a simple rekey.
  • Whether you want high-security or restricted keyways, which involve different parts and key blanks.
  • How many copies of the new key you want cut.
  • Extra work such as safe combination resets or gate lock service added to the visit.
  • The time of day and the location of the property, since we are available around the clock and travel to you.

Why Encino chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we do the work at your door, so your locks are never left in a shop.
  • Operating since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work.
  • We tell you honestly when a lock should be rebuilt or replaced rather than rekeyed.
  • Experience across Encino's mix of older ranch-style locksets, high-security estate hardware, and condo deadbolts.
  • One-key setups: we can combine your entry points so one key covers the house.
  • Available 24/7, including the evening after a closing or a sudden lost-key situation.

Lock Rekeying across Encino

Encino is split by Ventura Blvd, and the lock needs on each side differ. On the flats in places like Encino Village, many homes are mid-century ranches from the 1950s and 60s. Original locksets there are often tired, and a remodel is a natural time to rekey and rebuild them, or replace the worst ones. In Royal Oaks and Amestoy Estates, larger properties tend to have more doors, gates, and outbuildings, so a full rekey to a single key can simplify daily life.

South of Ventura, in the Encino hills along Mulholland Dr, gated estates often come with higher-security hardware, safes, and intercom or gate systems. After a purchase, we can rekey the entry locks and talk through a safe combination reset. Along Ventura Blvd near Encino Commons, condo residents may need the unit deadbolt rekeyed while the building manages its own access control, and we work around those rules.

We serve Encino ZIP codes including 91316, 91436, 91416, and 91426, reaching homes near Los Encinos State Historic Park, the Balboa Sports Complex, and the Encino Reservoir. We travel via Ventura Blvd, Balboa Blvd, Hayvenhurst Ave, White Oak Ave, and the US-101 and I-405 corridors. Call (323) 997-8867 anytime.

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Lock Rekeying in Encino — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing locks?
Rekeying changes the pins inside the existing lock so a new key works and old keys do not. Changing locks replaces the hardware itself. Rekeying is usually the more economical choice when the lock is in good shape.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Encino?
It is a smart step. You cannot know who still holds keys from previous owners, agents, or contractors. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can rekey your entry locks to a new key.
Can you rekey all my doors to one key?
In most cases yes, as long as the locks are compatible brands or can be fitted with matching cylinders. We check this during inspection.
Will rekeying work on my 1950s lockset?
Sometimes. Older locks that are worn or damaged may not hold a reliable rekey, so we may suggest rebuilding or replacing them. We explain the options first.
Do you come out at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are 24/7 and fully mobile, so you can call (323) 997-8867 at any hour to arrange service.
Can you help with a safe at my estate after purchase?
We can discuss resetting a safe combination along with rekeying. Tell us the make and type when you call so we can plan properly.
I live in a Ventura Blvd condo. Can you rekey my unit?
Generally we can rekey the unit deadbolt. The building's access control is usually managed by the property, so we coordinate around that. Call (323) 997-8867 with details.
Do I need to bring the locks to a shop?
No. We are mobile only and have no storefront. We do the rekey at your door.
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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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