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Lock Replacement in Encino, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock replacement in Encino, California. We come to your home, condo or estate, remove worn or outdated hardware, and install new locks that fit your door and your security needs. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door and options.

  • Mobile to your Encino location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Locks do not last forever. In Encino, a house on the flats may still be running a lockset from the 1950s or 60s. A condo on Ventura Blvd may have a deadbolt that has seen years of daily use. An estate in the hills may have hardware that no longer matches how the family lives. When a lock sticks, a key snaps, or you simply do not know who holds copies, replacing the hardware is often the cleanest fix.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner David Shar still leads the work. We are fully mobile and available 24/7. There is no storefront to visit; we bring tools, hardware and know-how to your door, whether it is a front entry, a patio slider, a side gate or a back door.

Replacement is not always the right answer, and we will say so. Sometimes a lock is sound and only needs to be rekeyed, or repaired and rebuilt. Other times the lock is worn, damaged, or outdated enough that new hardware is the better choice. We look at the door, explain the options plainly, and let you decide.

How it works in Encino

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    Call and describe the door

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what is going on: a sticking deadbolt, a broken key, a remodel, or a security upgrade. Tell us which doors are involved and whether it is a house, condo or gated property so we can come prepared.

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    Inspect the existing hardware

    On site, we check the lock, strike plate, latch and door itself. Sometimes the lock is not the real problem. A sagging door or misaligned strike can mimic a failing lock, and we would rather catch that than sell you hardware you do not need.

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    Choose the right replacement

    We go over options such as standard deadbolts, higher-security cylinders, keypad or smart locks, and matching sets for a whole house. We explain the tradeoffs in security, convenience and appearance, and suit the choice to your door and your habits.

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    Remove the old lock and install the new

    We take out the old hardware, make sure the bore and edge prep are clean, and fit the new lock. If an older door needs minor adjustment to accept modern hardware, we handle that as part of the job.

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    Key it the way you want

    New locks can be keyed alike so one key works every door, or keyed separately for different people. Because the old cylinders are gone, any key that previously worked no longer does.

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    Test and hand over

    We cycle every lock several times with the door open and closed, check the latch and strike, and give you the keys and operating instructions. Nothing is finished until the door works smoothly.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock chosen, from a basic deadbolt to high-security cylinders, keypad or smart hardware
  • The number of doors or locks being replaced in a single visit
  • Whether the locks are keyed alike across multiple doors or keyed individually
  • The condition and age of the door, including any prep work needed to fit new hardware on older mid-century doors
  • Finish and style matching, particularly when a set must coordinate across an entire home
  • Time of day and the location of the property, including gated or hillside access

Why Encino chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to you at any hour, and there is no shop to drive to
  • Serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work
  • We tell you when rekeying or repair would do the job, rather than defaulting to replacement
  • Experience with both older mid-century hardware and modern high-security and electronic systems
  • We can coordinate lock work with related needs such as safes, gate hardware or building access
  • Clear explanation of options and cost factors before work begins

Lock Replacement across Encino

Encino has a wide range of housing, and lock replacement looks different from one part of town to the next. On the flats north of Ventura Blvd, in areas like Encino Village and the streets of ZIP codes 91316 and 91436, many large ranch homes date to the 1950s and 60s. Their original locksets are often worn, loose or mismatched after decades of repairs, and a remodel is a natural time to replace them with hardware that suits the house.

South of Ventura Blvd, the Encino hills, Royal Oaks and Amestoy Estates hold larger properties, some gated, with higher security expectations. Here replacement often means upgrading to high-security cylinders, coordinating with gate and intercom systems, and sometimes servicing a residential safe after a purchase. Along Ventura Blvd near Encino Commons, luxury condos and apartments add another layer, where unit deadbolts work alongside the building's electronic access control.

We travel the roads Encino residents use every day, including Ventura Blvd, Balboa Blvd, White Oak Ave, Hayvenhurst Ave, Mulholland Dr and the 101 corridor, and we serve addresses near Los Encinos State Historic Park, the Balboa Sports Complex and the Encino Reservoir, including ZIP 91316 and neighboring 91436, 91416 and 91426. Call (323) 997-8867 any time.

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Lock Replacement in Encino — FAQs

When should I replace a lock instead of rekeying it?
Rekey when the lock is in good shape and you just want old keys to stop working. Replace when the lock is worn, damaged, sticking, or no longer matches your security or style needs. We will tell you which makes sense. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk it through.
Can you replace the original locksets in my mid-century Encino home?
Yes. Older doors from the 1950s and 60s sometimes need minor adjustment to accept modern hardware, and we handle that during the visit. We can also advise whether a vintage lockset is worth rebuilding or better replaced.
Do you offer lock replacement at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we come to your Encino address whenever you need us. Call (323) 997-8867.
Can all my doors be keyed to one key?
Yes. We can key new locks alike so a single key works every door, or key them separately when you want different access for different people or areas.
Will the old keys still work after replacement?
No. Once the old cylinders are removed and new ones installed, previously issued keys no longer operate those locks. That makes replacement a good step after a move, a lost key, or a change in who has access.
Can you work with my condo's building access system?
We can replace and rekey your unit's deadbolt and help coordinate with the building's access control where needed. Building systems are usually managed by the property, so we work alongside that arrangement.
Do you service gated hillside properties near Mulholland?
Yes. We work on estates in the Encino hills, including high-security lock upgrades and related items like safes. Tell us about gate access when you call so we arrive prepared.
Do I need to come to a shop?
No. We are mobile only, and everything happens at your door. To schedule lock replacement in Encino, call (323) 997-8867.
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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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