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Lock Rekeying in Lynwood, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock rekeying in Lynwood, California. We come to your home, apartment, or office and rekey the locks so old keys no longer work, usually without replacing hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule a rekey whenever it suits you.

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  • Available 24/7
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Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so that a new key operates it and every previous key becomes useless. The lock, deadbolt, or handle stays on the door. Only the pin configuration in the cylinder is changed. In Lynwood, where many homes have been through several owners and tenants over the decades, it is one of the most practical security steps you can take.

People usually call us after a move, a purchase, a breakup, a lost key, or a tenant turnover. You rarely know how many copies of an old key exist, and a rekey settles the question in a single visit. It costs less than replacing every lock, and it lets you put several doors on one key so you carry one instead of a ring.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile with no storefront, so there is nothing to drive to. We bring the tools and parts to your door, whether that is a 1950s bungalow, an apartment unit, or a medical office suite, and we are available around the clock.

How it works in Lynwood

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    Call and describe the locks

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what needs rekeying: how many doors, which types of locks (knob, deadbolt, handleset), and why. If you know the brands, mention them. This helps us bring the right parts and plan the visit.

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    We come to you

    Because we are mobile and available 24/7, we travel to your Lynwood address with the tools and pinning kits for most residential and light commercial cylinders. There is no shop visit and no need to remove locks and carry them anywhere.

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    Inspect each lock

    Before we start, we check that every lock is in good working order. Rekeying only makes sense if the hardware is sound. If a deadbolt is worn, loose, or damaged, we tell you plainly and explain whether repair or replacement makes more sense.

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    Rekey the cylinders

    We take out each cylinder, replace the existing pins with a new combination, and reassemble it to match your new key. Locks that can be keyed alike are set to the same key, so one key can open the front door, back door, and side gate lock.

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    Test and hand over the keys

    We test every lock with the new key and confirm the old key no longer turns it. You get your new keys, and we can cut extra copies on site if you want spares for family members, a property manager, or staff.

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What affects the price

  • The number of cylinders you want rekeyed, since each lock takes its own hands-on work.
  • The lock brand and type, because some cylinders are simpler to rekey than others and some high-security locks need special parts.
  • Whether you want all locks keyed alike or separate keys for each door.
  • How many extra copies of the new keys you need.
  • Whether any locks are worn or damaged and need repair or replacement alongside the rekey.
  • Time of day and the location of the job, since we serve customers around the clock across a wide area.

Why Lynwood chooses us

  • Serving the region since 1987, so we have rekeyed many types of older hardware like that found in Lynwood's pre-war and mid-century homes.
  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so a rekey can happen after a late move-in, an evening lockout, or a weekend turnover.
  • Honest advice about rekey versus replace: if your locks are fine, we rekey them rather than selling you new ones.
  • Experience with multi-unit turnover, including repeat rekeys for property managers on a rolling basis.
  • Capability to handle master-key and keyed-alike setups for small offices and medical suites, not just single-door homes.
  • Straight answers up front on what the job involves, with no unnecessary upsells.

Lock Rekeying across Lynwood

Lynwood is a dense Gateway city with a lot of 1920s to 1950s single-family homes, and many have changed hands more than once. Residents in the Lynwood Park area and the older streets off Imperial Highway and Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard often rekey after buying a home, because original keys may have been given to previous owners, contractors, or relatives. In 90262, a rekey is a sensible first step before you do anything else with a new property.

Along the Long Beach Boulevard and Atlantic Avenue corridors you will find many 1960s to 1980s apartment complexes. Property managers there deal with steady tenant turnover, and rekeying between tenants is a straightforward way to make sure former residents can no longer get in. We can handle back-to-back unit rekeys and keep the records organized so each unit's key set is clear.

The area around St. Francis Medical Center also has medical offices where staff changes are common. When someone leaves, a office may need its cylinders rekeyed or a master-key system reset so that old keys no longer work, and we can work on that kind of setup. Whether you are near Plaza Mexico, Lynwood City Hall, or close to the I-105 and I-710, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Lock Rekeying in Lynwood — 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 in place. Replacing swaps the whole lock. If your hardware is in good condition, rekeying is usually the more economical choice. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can talk through which fits.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Lynwood?
Yes, it is a good idea. You cannot know who still has keys from previous owners, tenants, or workers. Rekeying makes sure only the keys you hold will work, and many Lynwood homes are decades old with long key histories.
Can you rekey all my locks to one key?
In most cases, yes. Locks of compatible brands and keyways can be keyed alike so one key opens several doors. Some locks may not be compatible, and we will tell you during the inspection.
Do you rekey apartment units for property managers?
Yes. We work with managers who need locks rekeyed as tenants turn over, including repeated visits to the same complex. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your building and how you would like the units handled.
Can you reset a master-key system for a medical office?
We can assist with master-key and keyed-alike systems for small offices and suites, including resetting after staff changes. The details depend on your existing system, so describe it when you call and we will advise on the best approach.
Do I need to be home during the rekey?
Someone authorized needs to be there so we can access the locks and hand over the new keys. If you are a manager or owner arranging the work for a unit, let us know the plan when you call.
Can a lock that is damaged still be rekeyed?
Not always. A worn, loose, or broken lock may not hold a rekey reliably. We inspect first, and if replacement makes more sense we will explain why before doing any work.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are mobile and open 24/7, so you can call (323) 997-8867 any time to arrange a rekey in Lynwood.
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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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