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Residential Locksmith in Oxnard, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides residential locksmith service in Oxnard, California, including rekeys, lock replacements, repairs and security upgrades. We are fully mobile and available 24/7, coming to your home wherever you are in the city. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a locksmith.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A home's locks take a lot of daily wear, and in Oxnard they also take a lot of weather. Salt air near the water, older hardware in long-standing neighborhoods, and busy rental buildings each create different lock problems. Our residential service covers all of it: rekeying, replacing worn or corroded hardware, repairing sticky or failing locks, and upgrading doors to something more secure.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on straightforward work: figure out what the door actually needs, explain it plainly, and fix it. We are mobile only. There is no storefront to visit, because we bring tools, hardware and key-cutting capability to your driveway or doorstep, any hour of the day or night.

Whether you just bought a house in RiverPark, manage a rental near La Colonia, or have a beach cottage whose deadbolt has stopped turning, the goal is the same: a home that locks reliably and keys that only the right people hold. If you are not sure whether you need a rekey, a repair or a full replacement, call (323) 997-8867 and we will help you sort it out.

How it works in Oxnard

  1. 1

    Tell us what is happening

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the situation: a lock that sticks, keys you no longer trust, a recent move, or a break-in attempt. We will ask about the door type and what hardware is on it so we arrive prepared.

  2. 2

    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile and available 24/7, a technician drives to your Oxnard address with tools and common hardware on board. There is no shop to visit and no need to bring the lock to us.

  3. 3

    Inspect the hardware and door

    Before recommending anything, we look at the lock, strike plate, hinges and door edge. In coastal homes we pay particular attention to corrosion, since a pitted keyway or seized bolt often points to replacement rather than repair.

  4. 4

    Explain the options

    We walk you through realistic choices, such as rekeying versus replacing, or standard hardware versus a higher-security grade, and you decide what fits your home and budget.

  5. 5

    Complete the work and test it

    We rekey, repair or install the hardware, then test every key and the door's full operation, including the latch and deadbolt throw, so nothing is left sticking or misaligned.

  6. 6

    Hand over keys and advice

    You get working keys and practical tips on maintenance, such as lubricating suitable parts and watching for early signs of wear, so the new hardware lasts.

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What affects the price

  • Whether the job is a rekey, a repair or a full lock replacement, since each involves different parts and labor.
  • The number of locks and doors involved, such as a single front door versus a whole house or a multi-unit building.
  • The grade and brand of hardware you choose, from standard deadbolts to higher-security or smart-lock options.
  • The condition of the existing lock and door, including salt-air corrosion, damaged hinges, or a misaligned strike that needs extra work.
  • The time of day and urgency of the call, since we are available around the clock and after-hours work is different from scheduled visits.
  • Extra needs such as additional key copies, reinforcing the door frame, or restricted-keyway systems.

Why Oxnard chooses us

  • Serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, so we have seen how local hardware ages in coastal, urban and older housing.
  • Fully mobile, with no storefront, so the work happens at your door instead of at a counter.
  • Available 24/7 for lockouts, break-in repairs and urgent rekeys.
  • Owner-led: David Shar leads the business, and the emphasis is on honest recommendations over upselling.
  • Familiarity with salt-air wear, and a willingness to tell you when a corroded lock should be replaced rather than patched.
  • Experience with rental turnover work, rekeying units quickly so a building stays secure between tenants.

Residential Locksmith across Oxnard

Oxnard is the most populous city in Ventura County, and its housing varies block to block. In Oxnard Shores and Hollywood Beach, 1950s to 70s beach cottages sit beside newer multi-story coastal homes. The salt air near Oxnard State Beach and Silver Strand Beach is hard on deadbolts, hinges and keyways, which can seize or pit over time. Replacing a corroded deadbolt on a beach house is one of the most common reasons homeowners here call us, and we also look at hinges and strike plates, which suffer from the same exposure.

Inland, RiverPark is a newer area of 2000s homes and apartments near The Collection at RiverPark, where upgrades often mean moving from builder-grade hardware to something sturdier, or rekeying after a purchase. Around La Colonia and downtown near Heritage Square and the Carnegie Art Museum, older bungalows and dense rental-heavy multifamily buildings mean frequent tenant-turnover rekeys, so each new resident has keys no previous occupant can use. Homes near Channel Islands Harbor have the same marine-air concerns as the beach neighborhoods.

We work across Oxnard's ZIP codes, including 93030, 93033, 93035 and 93036, and reach homes along routes like US-101, Oxnard Blvd, Rice Ave, Rose Ave, Channel Islands Blvd, Victoria Ave and Wooley Rd. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will come to you.

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Residential Locksmith in Oxnard — FAQs

Do you offer residential locksmith service in Oxnard at night and on weekends?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will send a mobile technician to your Oxnard home.
Why do deadbolts fail so often near Oxnard Shores and Hollywood Beach?
Salt air corrodes metal over time, which can seize the bolt, pit the keyway and wear hinges. Cleaning sometimes helps, but badly corroded hardware is usually better replaced, and we will tell you honestly which applies.
What is the difference between rekeying and replacing a lock?
Rekeying changes the internal pins so old keys stop working while keeping the same lock hardware. Replacing swaps the entire lock. Rekeying suits a lock in good condition, while replacement suits worn, damaged or outdated hardware.
Can you rekey a rental unit between tenants?
Yes. Tenant-turnover rekeys are common in La Colonia and downtown multifamily buildings. We can rekey one unit or several, so previous occupants' keys no longer work. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your building.
I just bought a home in RiverPark. Should I change the locks?
It is a smart step, since you cannot know who still holds keys. Rekeying is often enough, and we can also upgrade hardware if you want something stronger than the builder-grade locks.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are fully mobile only, with no storefront. We come to your door with tools and hardware, so you do not need to travel anywhere.
How is the price of a residential job determined?
It depends on the type of work, the number of locks, the hardware you choose, the condition of your existing door and lock, and the urgency of the call. We explain the options before starting work.
Can you upgrade my home's security without replacing the whole door?
Often, yes. Options include higher-grade deadbolts, reinforced strike plates, restricted keyways or smart locks. Call (323) 997-8867 and describe your door so we can suggest what fits.
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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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