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Lock Replacement in Paramount, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock replacement in Paramount, California. We come to your home, shop, or booth and swap worn, damaged, or outdated locks for new hardware that fits your needs. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door and get started.

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  • Available 24/7
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Locks do not last forever. In Paramount, a lot of the housing was built in the post-war years, and many front doors still carry hardware that has been turned thousands of times. A sticky cylinder, a deadbolt that only throws halfway, a loose knob, or a key that has to be jiggled are all signs the lock is near the end of its life. Sometimes a rekey is enough, but when the hardware itself is worn, bent, or outdated, replacement is the honest fix.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar built the business around being fully mobile. We have no storefront for you to drive to. We bring the tools and a range of hardware to you, look at the door in person, and recommend what actually suits it rather than selling the same lock to everyone.

Lock replacement in Paramount covers a wide range of situations: a family home in a 1940s tract, an apartment from the 1960s through the 80s, a metal shop with a material yard, or a retail space on Paramount Boulevard. Each calls for different hardware and different priorities, and we treat them that way.

How it works in Paramount

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    Call and describe the problem

    Call (323) 997-8867 any time, day or night. Tell us what the lock is doing, what kind of door or gate it is on, and whether this is a break-in, a move-in, or simple wear. That helps us bring the right hardware the first time.

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    On-site assessment

    We come to you and look at the existing lock, the door, the strike plate, and the frame. Worn locks are sometimes a symptom of a door that has shifted or a frame that has settled, and we check for that before installing anything new.

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    Choose the right hardware

    We walk through realistic options, such as a standard deadbolt, a higher-security cylinder, a keypad or smart-ready lock, or a heavy-duty padlock for a yard gate. You decide, and we explain the tradeoffs plainly.

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    Remove the old lock and install the new one

    We take out the old hardware and fit the new lock, adjusting the bore, latch, and strike so the bolt throws smoothly and fully. If the strike or frame needs reinforcement, we address it at this point.

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    Test, key, and hand over

    We test the lock repeatedly with the door open and closed, confirm every key works, and show you how to operate any special features. You leave with working keys and a door that closes the way it should.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock chosen, from a basic deadbolt to high-security cylinders, keypad locks, or heavy-duty padlocks
  • How many locks are being replaced, since a whole-house or whole-shop job differs from a single door
  • The condition of the door, frame, and strike plate, which may need repair or reinforcement for the new lock to work properly
  • Whether you need keys matched across several locks so one key opens them all
  • Special hardware such as gate latches, roll-grille padlocks, or storefront locks that differ from standard residential parts
  • The time of day and urgency of the call, since we are available around the clock and after-hours work is different from a scheduled visit

Why Paramount chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so we work on your door or gate where it stands instead of asking you to bring anything to a shop
  • Operating since 1987 under owner and lead tech David Shar, with decades of experience on older doors and mixed hardware
  • 24/7 availability, which matters when a lock fails or a break-in leaves a door unsecured at night
  • Honest recommendations: if a rekey or small repair will do, we say so rather than pushing a full replacement
  • Comfortable with both residential and light commercial or industrial hardware, from home deadbolts to yard padlocks and gate latches

Lock Replacement across Paramount

Paramount grew out of the historic Clearwater and Hynes communities, and that history shows in the housing. Many homes in the Clearwater area are post-war single-family tract houses with original-era hardware, and a buyer moving into one often wants every exterior lock replaced or upgraded at move-in so no unknown key still works. Hynes has the same mix of older homes and small bungalows where doors and frames have had decades to settle and wear.

Along the Paramount Boulevard corridor and the business district, storefronts and retail spaces have different needs, including sturdy locks and padlocks for roll-up grilles. Vendors connected to the Paramount Swap Meet may need booth or storefront locks changed quickly. Near the rail and I-710 corridors, metal fabrication and industrial yards often need heavy-duty padlocks and gate latches, especially after a theft.

Whether you are in ZIP code 90723 near Progress Park, off Rosecrans Avenue or Alondra Boulevard, or close to the I-710 and SR-91 interchanges, we come to you. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through what your door, gate, or storefront needs.

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Lock Replacement in Paramount — FAQs

How do I know if I need lock replacement instead of a rekey?
If the lock works smoothly but you want different keys, a rekey is usually enough. If the lock is worn, sticking, loose, damaged, or outdated, replacement makes more sense. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can help you decide.
Can you replace locks on an older Paramount home?
Yes. Many Paramount homes are post-war tract houses or 1920s bungalows, and we regularly work on older doors. We check the door and frame as well as the lock so the new hardware fits properly.
I just bought a home in Clearwater. Should I replace the locks?
It is a smart move. You do not know who still has keys to the old locks. We can replace or rekey exterior locks and upgrade deadbolts at move-in. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange a visit.
Do you handle padlocks and gate latches for industrial yards?
Yes. We can supply heavy-duty padlocks and keyed gate latches for material yards, which is a common need near Paramount's rail and I-710 industrial areas, especially after a theft.
Can you help a swap meet vendor or Paramount Boulevard retailer?
Yes. We can replace or rekey booth and storefront locks and fit padlocks for roll-grilles. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us about your setup so we bring suitable hardware.
Do I need to come to a shop to pick out a lock?
No. We are fully mobile with no storefront. We bring options to you and help you choose on site.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. If a lock fails or a door is left insecure, call (323) 997-8867 at any hour.
Can you make all my new locks use the same key?
In most cases, yes. We can key new locks alike so a single key operates multiple doors, depending on the hardware you choose.
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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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