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Lock Rekeying in Malibu, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock rekeying in Malibu, California. We come to your home, rekey your existing locks so old keys no longer work, and leave you with fresh keys. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your doors and schedule service.

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Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so that a new key works and every old key becomes useless. The lock itself stays on the door. In Malibu, that matters more than people expect. Homes change hands often, vacation rentals cycle through guests, and a property may have passed through contractors, house sitters, property managers, and rebuild crews before you ever got your set of keys.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar built the business around coming to the customer. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to drive to along Pacific Coast Highway; we bring the tools and key-cutting equipment to your door, whether that is a cottage near Big Rock, a custom home up a canyon road, or a gated property in Point Dume.

Rekeying is often the right first step after a purchase, a breakup, a tenant change, or a lost key, and it costs less than replacing every lock. But it is not always the answer. Along the coast, salt air can wear exterior hardware to the point where a rekey would be money spent on a lock that is already failing. Part of our job is telling you honestly which situation you are in.

How it works in Malibu

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    Tell us about the property

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the doors involved: front entry, side doors, garage entry, gates, and any outbuildings. Mention the brands if you know them and whether any locks are smart or multipoint. We are available 24/7, so you can call whenever the situation comes up.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile, a technician travels to your address with pinning kits, replacement cylinders, and key-cutting tools. For gated communities such as Malibu Colony, we coordinate access with the guard gate or your property manager so we are expected.

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    Inspect each lock before touching it

    We check whether every lock is in condition to be rekeyed. Coastal exposure can leave deadbolts stiff, corroded, or sticking. If a lock is too far gone, we explain why and offer marine-grade or stainless replacement rather than rekeying something that will fail soon.

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    Rekey the cylinders

    We remove the cylinders, replace the internal pins to match a new key, and reassemble. Where you want several doors on one key, we pin them to match so you carry a single key instead of a ring of them.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We test every lock with the new key, confirm the old key no longer turns, and check that bolts throw smoothly and the door latches cleanly. Additional copies can be cut on the spot.

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What affects the price

  • How many cylinders need rekeying: a single front door is a smaller job than a whole estate with guest house, garage, and gates.
  • Whether you want all locks keyed alike so one key opens every door, which takes added pinning work.
  • The condition and brand of the existing hardware, since corroded or high-security locks take more time or may call for replacement instead.
  • Whether smart locks, multipoint systems, or gate hardware are involved and need separate attention.
  • The number of extra keys you want cut, including restricted or higher-security keyways.
  • The time of day and how remote the property is, since after-hours and canyon-road calls are part of 24/7 mobile service.

Why Malibu chooses us

  • Fully mobile since 1987: we work at your door instead of asking you to bring locks anywhere.
  • Honest rekey-versus-replace advice, especially for salt-corroded exterior hardware where replacement may be the smarter choice.
  • Experience with the lock types common in Malibu, including multipoint systems, smart locks, and marine-grade or stainless deadbolts.
  • Available 24/7, so a rekey after a late closing, a rental turnover, or a lost key does not have to wait for business hours.
  • Comfortable coordinating with guard gates, property managers, and rental hosts so access is arranged before we arrive.
  • The owner, David Shar, leads the work, so there is real accountability behind the service.

Lock Rekeying across Malibu

Malibu stretches along Pacific Coast Highway for miles, and the housing along it is varied. In Point Dume, we see vacation rentals that need a rekey between guests along with a lockbox or smart lock arrangement, as well as family homes where a recent sale means the previous owner's keys are still floating around. In the 90265 ZIP code, beachfront properties near Zuma Beach and the bluffs face constant salt and moisture, and exterior locks there can seize or corrode well before interior ones do.

Malibu Colony is its own situation. The gated community has private access, and many homes use multipoint or smart locks. When a rekey or a lockout call comes from there, we coordinate through the guard gate so the visit goes smoothly. Over in Big Rock, in the 90265 and 90263 areas above the coastline, older beach cottages and hillside homes often still have decades-old hardware that benefits from rekeying after any change in who has had access.

Many homes in Malibu have been rebuilt after wildfires, and a rebuilt house can have keys held by architects, builders, subcontractors, and inspectors. Rekeying once construction wraps up is a straightforward way to start fresh. We serve the length of the city, from Malibu Pier and Surfrider Beach to the canyon homes off Malibu Canyon Rd, Kanan Dume Rd, and Las Flores Canyon Rd, including ZIP codes 90265, 90263, and 90264. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange service.

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Lock Rekeying in Malibu — FAQs

What does rekeying a lock actually do?
Rekeying changes the internal pins of the lock so it works with a new key. Old keys, including copies you do not know about, stop working. The lock hardware stays on the door, so it is usually less costly than a full replacement. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your doors.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Malibu?
Yes, it is one of the most sensible first steps. Previous owners, agents, contractors, and cleaners may all hold keys. Rekeying makes sure only the keys you hold will work, and it is especially useful if the home was recently rebuilt or renovated.
Can you rekey locks that have been affected by salt air?
Sometimes. If a lock still turns smoothly, rekeying can work. If it is corroded, sticking, or seized, replacing it with a stainless or marine-grade lock is usually the better choice. We inspect first and tell you honestly which option makes sense.
Do you rekey vacation rentals between guests?
We can rekey rental properties, for example near Point Dume, and help set up a lockbox or smart lock arrangement. Rekeying after a lost key or a change in management is common. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through what your rental needs.
Can you rekey all my doors to one key?
In most cases, yes. If the locks are compatible brands and in working condition, we can pin them to match so a single key opens every door. Some high-security or specialty locks may need separate treatment, and we will tell you during inspection.
Do you serve gated areas like Malibu Colony?
Yes. We coordinate with the guard gate or your property manager so access is arranged ahead of time. Let us know when you call (323) 997-8867 and we will plan around the entry process.
Is rekeying different from replacing locks?
Yes. Rekeying keeps your existing hardware and changes how it is keyed. Replacement installs new hardware. Rekeying is typically right when locks are sound, while replacement is better when locks are worn, damaged, corroded, or you want an upgrade.
Do I need to visit a shop?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront. We come to your home anywhere in Malibu, any time of day or night, and complete the rekey on site.
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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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