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Lock Rekeying in Pacoima, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock rekeying in Pacoima, California. We come to your home, yard, or shop and rekey the existing locks so old keys stop working, with no storefront visit needed. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a real locksmith any hour.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so a new key works and every old key does not. The lock, the deadbolt, and the door all stay in place. In Pacoima that matters for a few common reasons: you just bought one of the small 1940s and 1950s homes, a tenant or employee moved on with keys in a pocket, or you simply do not know how many copies of a key are floating around.

We have served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and we are fully mobile. There is no shop to drive to. David Shar and the Crenshaw team bring the tools and pinning kits to your door, whether that is a house off Van Nuys Boulevard or a warehouse along San Fernando Road.

Rekeying is usually the sensible, economical first step when your locks are sound but your keys are not trusted. If a lock is worn, broken, or too basic to protect the property, we will say so plainly and show you the options. We will not push a replacement when a rekey does the job.

How it works in Pacoima

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any time. Tell us what you have: how many locks, whether it is a house, apartment, shop, or yard gate, and why you are rekeying. That helps us bring the right pinning kits and, if needed, hardware for locks that cannot be rekeyed.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile, a technician travels to your Pacoima address with the equipment on board. We do not claim a set arrival time over the phone, but we are available around the clock, including nights and weekends.

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    Inspect each lock

    We check the brand, condition, and keyway of every lock. Older knobs, deadbolts behind security bars, and screen-door latches sometimes have worn parts. We tell you which can be rekeyed cleanly and which are better replaced.

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    Rekey the cylinders

    We remove the cylinder, replace the internal pins to match a new key, and reassemble. Multiple locks can be set to the same key, so one key opens the front door, back door, and gate padlock if you want that.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We test each lock with the new key and confirm the old key no longer turns. You get the new keys on the spot, and we can cut extra copies for family members or staff.

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    Talk through security upgrades

    If you want more protection, we can suggest a graded deadbolt, a strike plate reinforcement, or hardened padlocks for a yard. It is a suggestion, not a requirement.

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What affects the price

  • How many locks or cylinders need to be rekeyed, and whether you want them all on a single key.
  • The type of lock: standard house deadbolts, high-security cylinders, and commercial hardware are pinned differently.
  • Whether any locks are worn or damaged enough to need replacement parts instead of a simple rekey.
  • How many new keys you need cut, and whether any are restricted or specialty keys.
  • Time of day and urgency, since after-hours and emergency calls differ from scheduled daytime work.
  • Travel distance within our service area and how easy the locks are to reach, such as behind security bars or gates.

Why Pacoima chooses us

  • Fully mobile, so there is nothing to drop off and no storefront trip. We rekey on site at your door.
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work and the standards behind it.
  • Available 24/7, which suits a rekey after a late-night theft or a move-in on a weekend.
  • Honest assessments: we tell you when a lock should be replaced rather than rekeyed, and when a rekey is all you need.
  • Experience with both residential and commercial hardware, from older home locks to padlocked yard gates and warehouse man-doors.
  • One key for many locks on request, so you carry fewer keys without giving up security.

Lock Rekeying across Pacoima

Pacoima has a distinct mix of housing and business. Many homes in Hansen Hills and the blocks near Ritchie Valens Recreation Center & Park are modest 1940s and 1950s wood-frame or stucco houses, often with security bars, screen doors, and gates layered over the original locks. Rekeying those locks works well when you buy or inherit a place and want every prior key retired, and it fits the cylinders already in the door. Residents in ZIP codes 91331, 91333, and 91334 call us for exactly this.

Along the Pacoima industrial corridor and San Fernando Road, the need looks different. Auto-repair shops, recycling yards, and warehouses often have roll-up gates, padlocked yards, and man-doors that many people have keys to. After employee turnover or a break-in, rekeying the man-door and fitting hardened padlocks closes the gap without replacing the whole entry system.

We also work near Van Nuys Boulevard and its Mural Mile, around San Fernando Gardens, and toward Glenoaks and Laurel Canyon Boulevards, with quick access to the I-5. Wherever the lock is, we come to you, any hour. Call (323) 997-8867.

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Lock Rekeying in Pacoima — FAQs

What does rekeying a lock actually do?
It changes the internal pins so a new key works and old keys do not. The lock stays on the door. It is a common step after buying a home, a roommate leaving, or losing a key. Call (323) 997-8867 to set it up.
Is rekeying better than replacing locks in Pacoima homes?
Often yes, if the locks are in good shape. Many older homes here have locks that still work fine but have unknown keys out there. If a lock is worn or too basic, we will tell you honestly and suggest an upgrade.
Can you rekey locks behind security bars or screen doors?
Usually, yes. Many Pacoima homes have layered security. We work around the bars and gates, and can rekey the deadbolt, the knob, and the screen-door lock so they match a single key.
Do you rekey commercial doors and gate padlocks?
Yes. For shops and warehouses on San Fernando Road, we rekey man-doors and can fit hardened padlocks on gates and roll-up doors. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your setup.
Do I need to come to a shop?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront. We bring everything to your address and rekey on site.
Can all my locks use the same key?
In most cases we can pin compatible locks to one key, so a single key opens your front door, back door, and padlocks. Some locks of different brands or types may need a small hardware change.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are 24/7. If you need locks rekeyed after a break-in or a late move-in, call (323) 997-8867 anytime.
How is rekeying different from a lockout service?
A lockout gets you inside. Rekeying changes which keys work. Sometimes we do both: get you in, then rekey so a lost key is no longer a risk.
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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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