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Residential Locksmith in Paramount, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides full residential locksmith service in Paramount, California, including rekeys, replacements, repairs and deadbolt upgrades. We are fully mobile and available 24/7, coming to your door with the tools to finish the job. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a locksmith about your home.

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Paramount is a city of post-war single-family homes, older bungalows and long-standing apartment buildings, and the locks on those properties tell a story. Many were installed decades ago, have been rekeyed once or never, and have passed through several sets of tenants, owners and contractors. A residential locksmith in Paramount spends much of the time helping people take back control of who holds a key to their front door.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We are a mobile-only business. There is no storefront to drive to; we come to your home, whether that is a tract house near Paramount Boulevard, a duplex off Alondra, or an apartment unit near Rosecrans. Our residential work covers rekeying, replacing worn hardware, repairing sticking or damaged locks, and upgrading doors to something sturdier.

Most calls fall into a few familiar groups: a recent move-in where nobody knows how many keys exist, a lock that has started to bind or spin, a break-in attempt that damaged a door, or a homeowner who simply wants better deadbolts. We explain what we find, offer the options that fit your door and your goals, and do the work on the spot whenever the parts allow.

How it works in Paramount

  1. 1

    Call and describe the situation

    Phone (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us what is happening: a move-in rekey, a broken deadbolt, a lockout, or a door damaged after a break-in. We ask about the door type and lock brand so we can bring suitable parts.

  2. 2

    Meet at your home and confirm the details

    Because we are fully mobile, a technician comes to your property. Before any work begins we confirm you live there or are authorized to have the work done, so we only service locks for the right person.

  3. 3

    Assess the hardware and the door

    We look at the lock, strike plate, latch and door condition. In older Paramount homes, loose strikes, worn cylinders and short screws are common, and they affect security as much as the lock itself.

  4. 4

    Review options before we start

    We lay out the realistic choices, such as rekeying existing hardware versus replacing it, and explain the tradeoffs in plain language. You decide what fits your budget and comfort level.

  5. 5

    Complete the work and test everything

    We rekey, repair, install or upgrade, then operate every lock repeatedly with the new keys and with the door open and closed. We check that the bolt fully engages and the door closes smoothly.

  6. 6

    Hand over keys and leave you with advice

    You receive working keys and a few practical suggestions, like reinforcing a strike plate or keeping track of spare keys, so the improvement lasts.

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What affects the price

  • Whether the existing locks can be rekeyed or need to be replaced because they are worn, damaged or low quality.
  • The number of locks involved, such as a single front door versus every exterior door, a garage entry and a side gate.
  • The grade and type of hardware you choose, from standard deadbolts to higher-security cylinders and smart-lock-ready options.
  • Door and frame condition, including whether strike plates, reinforcement or minor door repair are needed to make the new lock effective.
  • The time of day and urgency of the call, since after-hours and emergency visits differ from scheduled daytime work.
  • Any special keying needs, like keying multiple locks alike or setting up additional keys for family members.

Why Paramount chooses us

  • Serving Southern California since 1987, so we have seen the lock hardware common in post-war tract homes and older bungalows many times over.
  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, with no storefront, so our focus is on getting to you and finishing the work at your door.
  • Led by owner and lead tech David Shar, which means experienced hands guide the standards for the work.
  • We explain options plainly, including when a simple rekey is enough, instead of pushing replacement when it is not necessary.
  • We look at the door and strike plate, not just the lock, because a strong deadbolt in a weak frame does little.
  • We can handle related property needs around the home, such as gate hardware and padlocks, in the same visit when appropriate.

Residential Locksmith across Paramount

Paramount grew from the historic Clearwater and Hynes communities, and that heritage is still visible in the housing. In the Clearwater area and around Hynes, you will find many 1940s and 1950s single-family homes alongside pockets of 1920s bungalows. Buyers of these homes often ask us to rekey every exterior lock and upgrade the deadbolts at move-in, since previous key holders are unknown. Residents in ZIP code 90723 also call us for sticking old locksets, worn strike plates and doors that no longer latch cleanly.

The Paramount Boulevard corridor mixes homes, apartments from the 1960s through the 1980s, and small businesses. Landlords and property managers near Paramount Blvd, Rosecrans Ave and Somerset Blvd sometimes need tenant-turnover rekeys, while renters may need a lockout handled or a damaged door lock repaired. We work around the routes locals use every day, including Alondra Blvd, Lakewood Blvd, the I-710 and the SR-91.

Paramount also has a working industrial side and the long-running Paramount Swap Meet, and some residents have a foot in both worlds, with a home lock to fix and a shop or booth lock to handle as well. We focus on residential service here, and if you also need a gate latch or padlock for a yard or booth, mention it when you call at (323) 997-8867 so we can plan accordingly. Whether you live near Progress Park or closer to the freeway, we come to you.

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Residential Locksmith in Paramount — FAQs

Can you rekey all the locks at my new Paramount home?
Yes. Rekeying all exterior locks at move-in is one of the most common requests we get. We change the internal pins so old keys stop working, and your locks can all match a single key. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange it.
Is rekeying or replacing the lock better?
It depends on condition. If the hardware is sound, rekeying is often enough. If the lock is worn, damaged or low quality, replacing it makes more sense. We assess the lock in person and explain which suits your door.
Do you operate from a shop I can visit?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront. We travel to your home in Paramount and complete the work there.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. If you are locked out or your door was damaged late at night, call (323) 997-8867 and describe what happened.
My older home's door barely latches. Can that be fixed?
Often, yes. In 1940s and 1950s homes, doors settle and strike plates shift. We can adjust or replace the strike, repair the latch or install a new lock so the door closes and bolts securely.
Can you upgrade my deadbolts for better security?
Yes. We can install stronger deadbolts and reinforce the strike plate and frame so the upgrade actually improves resistance. We will go over grades and options with you first.
What determines the price of a residential lock job?
Price depends on how many locks are involved, whether you rekey or replace, the hardware you choose, door condition and the urgency or hour of the call. We discuss the work before starting.
Do I need to prove I live at the property?
We ask for confirmation that you live there or are authorized to have the locks serviced. It protects residents and is standard practice for a responsible locksmith.
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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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