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Lock Rekeying in Montebello, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in Montebello, California, 24/7. We come to your home or suite, rekey your existing locks so old keys stop working, and leave you with new keys. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule a rekey after a move, sale, or lost key.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so that the old key no longer turns it and a new key does. The lock itself stays on the door. That makes it one of the most practical security steps you can take after buying a house, renting a place, ending a roommate arrangement, or losing a set of keys. You get the control of fresh keys without paying for new hardware on every door.

In Montebello this comes up often. Plenty of homes here have changed hands over the decades, from the 1920s to 1950s houses on the flats to the post-war stucco tracts and the newer homes up in Montebello Hills. Each sale or move-out leaves a question nobody can answer: who still has a key? Rekeying settles it in a single visit.

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 work on your doorstep, any hour, and we explain what we find before we change anything.

How it works in Montebello

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    Call and describe the locks

    Call (323) 997-8867 any time. Tell us how many locks need attention, what kind of doors they are on, and why you are rekeying, whether it is a new purchase, a tenant change, or a lost key. This helps us bring the right pins, tools, and key blanks.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile, the work happens at your property. There is nothing to drop off and no shop to visit. We confirm the locks are the ones you expect and check that you are the resident or authorized owner.

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    Inspect each lock and its condition

    Before rekeying we check that each cylinder turns smoothly and that the deadbolt and latch work properly. Older hardware, such as original mortise sets in a 1920s or 1930s home, sometimes needs adjustment, and we tell you honestly whether a rekey is enough.

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    Rekey the cylinders

    We take the cylinders apart, replace the internal pin configuration, and reassemble them so they work with a new key. The old key will no longer operate the lock. Where you want it, we can match several locks to one key so you carry less on your ring.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We try the new keys in every lock several times, confirm that the old keys fail, and make sure the doors latch and lock correctly. Then we hand over the new keys and, if you like, cut extra copies.

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What affects the price

  • The number of cylinders being rekeyed, since each lock takes its own labor and pinning.
  • Whether you want every lock keyed alike or separate keys for different doors.
  • The type of hardware: standard residential deadbolts, older mortise sets, or commercial and high-security cylinders can each take different time and parts.
  • The condition of the locks, because worn or sticking hardware may need repair or replacement alongside the rekey.
  • How many extra keys you need cut once the rekey is finished.
  • Time of day and location, as after-hours and urgent calls are handled differently from scheduled visits.

Why Montebello chooses us

  • Fully mobile service means we handle the rekey at your door, with no storefront trip or waiting at a counter.
  • Available 24/7, so a rekey need not wait if you find a key is missing late at night or on a weekend.
  • Serving the region since 1987 gives us experience with the older hardware found in Montebello's prewar homes as well as modern cylinders.
  • We tell you whether rekeying or replacing makes more sense, and we do not push new hardware when your current locks are sound.
  • We can handle residential and commercial rekeys, from a family house to a mall suite or a storefront on Washington Blvd.
  • Owner and lead technician David Shar stands behind the work, and we test every lock and key before leaving.

Lock Rekeying across Montebello

Montebello's housing is a mix that makes rekeying especially useful. Near the older core and across the flats of 90640, you will find Spanish Revival and Craftsman homes from the 1920s through the 1950s, many with original or older hardware. Those doors often benefit from a careful look at how the lock and latch are working, particularly when a deadbolt gets stiff in summer heat. We can rekey sound cylinders and tell you plainly when a piece is too worn to keep.

Further north, North Montebello and the post-war stucco tracts have standard residential cylinders that rekey cleanly, which makes them a good fit when you have just bought a home and want to cancel every key the previous owner or contractors may have kept. Up in Montebello Hills, the newer hillside homes on the former oil-field slopes often have gated driveways as well as front doors. If you are rekeying there, we can look at entry hardware and any gate lock in the same visit.

We also serve the commercial side. Tenants at The Shops at Montebello and storefronts along Washington Blvd sometimes need keys changed after staff turnover. Whether you are near Grant Rea Park, off Montebello Blvd or Beverly Blvd, or close to the I-5 and I-710 corridors, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you. Adjacent Montebello Gardens is also within our service area.

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Lock Rekeying in Montebello — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing locks in Montebello?
Rekeying changes the internal pins so a new key works and old keys do not, while the lock stays on the door. Replacing swaps out the whole lock. Rekeying is often enough for sound hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can advise which fits your doors.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Montebello?
Yes, it is a smart first step. You cannot know how many copies of the old keys exist among previous owners, agents, or contractors. Rekeying cancels them all while keeping your existing locks.
Can older mortise locks in 1920s homes be rekeyed?
Often they can, depending on the make and condition. Some older sets are worn and need adjustment or repair first. We inspect on site and tell you honestly whether rekeying works or another option is better.
Do you rekey at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we can come to your Montebello home or business at any hour. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange it.
Can all my locks use one key?
In most cases yes. We can key front, back, and garage entry locks alike so one key opens them all. Some specialty or high-security locks may have limits, and we will let you know.
Do I need to be home during the rekey?
Someone who is the owner or an authorized resident should be present or confirm authorization so we can verify access. We then work on the locks directly and test them with you.
Can you rekey a commercial lock at The Shops at Montebello or on Washington Blvd?
Yes, we handle commercial cylinders for tenant suites and storefronts. Leasing rules may apply, so check with your landlord or property manager first about who authorizes changes.
Is rekeying cheaper than replacing locks?
Often it costs less because your hardware stays in place and only the cylinder internals change. The final cost depends on how many locks, the hardware type, and the number of keys. We explain the factors before work begins.
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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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