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Lock Rekeying in Fillmore, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in Fillmore, California, available 24/7. We come to your home, ranch or storefront and change your locks so old keys stop working. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your doors and schedule a visit.

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Rekeying is the quiet fix that solves a surprisingly common problem: you do not know who has a key. Maybe you just bought a Craftsman bungalow near Central Avenue, an ex-roommate never returned a key, or a contractor, tenant or former employee once had access. Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration of your existing lock so the old keys no longer turn it, and new keys do. The hardware stays on the door, and you avoid the cost and fuss of replacing everything.

Fillmore is a small citrus and railroad town with a real mix of buildings. Some homes still carry original or vintage hardware from the early 1900s. Others were rebuilt after the 1994 Northridge earthquake and have modern deadbolts and knob sets. Out toward Bardsdale, ranch properties add gates, barn doors and padlocks to the picture. Each of these calls for a slightly different approach, and a rekey that makes sense on one door may not on another.

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, so there is no shop to visit. We bring the tools and parts to you, look at each lock honestly, and tell you whether rekeying is the right call or whether a particular lock is too worn or too old to be worth it.

How it works in Fillmore

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    Tell us about your locks and your situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe what is going on: a recent home purchase, a lost key, a tenant turnover or a security concern. Tell us how many doors, gates or padlocks are involved and what brand or age the hardware seems to be. That helps us bring the right parts.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile and available 24/7, we travel to your home, ranch or storefront in Fillmore. There is no shop visit and no need to take your locks off and bring them anywhere.

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    Inspect each lock before touching it

    We check that every lock is in good working order and suitable for rekeying. A smooth, sound deadbolt is a good candidate. A badly worn, damaged or very old lock may be better repaired or replaced, and we will say so plainly.

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    Rekey the cylinders

    We remove the cylinder, replace the internal pins to match a new key, and reassemble it. Multiple locks can be keyed alike so one key runs your front door, back door and side gate if you prefer.

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    Test and hand over new keys

    We test every lock with the new key, confirm the old key no longer works, and make sure doors latch and lock smoothly. You get your new keys on the spot, and we can make extra copies if you need them.

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What affects the price

  • The number of locks, cylinders or padlocks being rekeyed in one visit
  • Whether you want all locks keyed alike or each on its own key
  • The brand, type and condition of the existing hardware, since some vintage or specialty locks take more work
  • How many extra keys you need cut
  • Whether any lock needs repair or replacement because it cannot be rekeyed reliably
  • Time of day and your location within our service area, including more remote ranch properties

Why Fillmore chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so we work on your doors at your property rather than asking you to bring hardware anywhere
  • Serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, with David Shar as owner and lead technician
  • Honest assessments: if a lock is worn out or a poor fit for rekeying, we tell you instead of upselling
  • Experience with the range of hardware found in Fillmore, from vintage bungalow locks to modern post-quake builds and agricultural padlocks and gates
  • Available 24/7, so a security concern does not have to wait until business hours

Lock Rekeying across Fillmore

Fillmore's housing tells a story, and it shapes how we approach rekeying. In Downtown Fillmore along Central Avenue, you will find early-1900s brick commercial buildings alongside period-style reconstruction following the 1994 Northridge earthquake. Older storefronts and vintage Craftsman or Spanish bungalows nearby often have original hardware that deserves careful handling, while rebuilt homes in the 1990s and 2000s usually have standard modern deadbolts that rekey easily. Many homes in ZIP code 93015 fall somewhere in between, with a mix of old and new locks on the same property.

North Fillmore and Cordova Park are largely residential, and the most common reason for a rekey there is simple: a new owner or renter wants to be sure nobody else holds a working key. Rekeying all exterior doors in a single visit, keyed alike for convenience, is a popular choice. Families who have moved in near A St or Mountain View St often ask us to handle the front door, back door and garage entry together.

Across the Santa Clara River, Bardsdale and the surrounding ranch land in ZIP code 93016 bring different needs: gate locks, barn doors, equipment sheds and padlocks that see weather and dust. We rekey and service these as well, and we can coordinate keys so one key covers the house and outbuildings. Whether you are off SR-126, up SR-23 toward Grimes Canyon, or near Old Telegraph Rd, we come to you, 24/7.

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Lock Rekeying in Fillmore — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and replacing a lock?
Rekeying changes the internal pins so a new key works and old keys do not, while the lock itself stays on the door. Replacing swaps out the hardware entirely. Rekeying is usually the simpler option when the lock is in good shape.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Fillmore?
It is a smart step. You cannot know how many copies of the old keys exist, whether with previous owners, agents, contractors or neighbors. Rekeying makes sure only the keys you hold will work. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule.
Can older Craftsman or vintage locks be rekeyed?
Often yes, but it depends on the lock's condition and design. We inspect each one first. If a vintage lock is too worn or lacks a rekeyable cylinder, we will explain your options, including repair or replacement.
Can you rekey all my locks to one key?
Yes, in most cases, as long as the locks are compatible. Many Fillmore homeowners key front, back and side doors alike. We can also include gate locks or padlocks where it makes sense.
Do you rekey ranch gates, barn locks and padlocks in Bardsdale?
Yes. We work on agricultural and rural properties, including gate locks and padlocks. Call (323) 997-8867 with a description of what you have and we will plan the visit.
Do old keys still work after rekeying?
No. Once a lock is rekeyed, the old key will no longer turn it. We test each lock with the new key and confirm the old one is useless before we finish.
Do I need to come to a shop?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront. We come to your home, ranch or business in Fillmore and do the work on site.
Can you rekey a commercial storefront on Central Avenue?
Yes. We can rekey storefront locks, which is useful after a staff change or tenant turnover. Inspecting older doors first helps us confirm the hardware is sound. Call (323) 997-8867 any time.
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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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