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Lock Replacement in Reseda, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock replacement in Reseda, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to your home or business and install new hardware keyed to your needs. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through what your door needs.

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Locks wear out quietly. A key that has to be jiggled, a deadbolt that only throws when you lean on the door, a knob that spins loose in your hand: in Reseda these are common, because so much of the housing here dates to the post-war building boom. Many 1940s and 1950s stucco bungalows and ranch houses still carry builder-grade hardware that has been turned thousands of times. Replacing a lock is often the simplest way to get back to a door that works the way it should.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and we are fully mobile. There is no shop to drive to. We bring the work to your door in Reseda, assess the lock and the door it sits in, and install new hardware on the spot. Sometimes a lock needs replacing. Sometimes a rekey or a small frame adjustment is the more sensible fix, and we will tell you which is which instead of selling you more than you need.

Replacement matters for security as well as convenience. After a break-in attempt, a lost set of keys, a tenant move-out, or a move into a home with an unknown key history, new hardware gives you a clean start. You decide how much hardware you need, and we install it carefully so it fits your door and lines up with the frame.

How it works in Reseda

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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 it is on (front door, back slider, apartment unit, shop entry), and whether you want to match existing hardware or upgrade. That helps us bring the right parts.

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    Inspect the lock and the door

    On site, we look at the lock, the latch and bolt, the strike plate, and the door and frame. In older Reseda homes, a lock that seems broken is often a door that has shifted over the decades. We check for that before anything is removed.

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    Choose the hardware together

    We go over the options for your situation: standard deadbolts, higher-security deadbolts, knobs and levers, or keyed-alike sets so one key works several doors. You decide what fits your budget and security needs.

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    Remove the old lock and install the new one

    We take out the worn or damaged hardware and fit the new lock, checking the bore and edge prep. If the strike plate or frame is misaligned, we correct it so the bolt throws freely without forcing the door.

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    Key setup and testing

    We cut or set the keys, then test every function: key from outside, thumb turn from inside, latch and bolt engagement, and smooth operation with the door closed and open. You get working keys before we leave.

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    Final walkthrough

    We show you how the new lock operates, hand over all keys, and answer questions about upkeep. If we noticed other weak points, such as a short strike screw or a loose frame, we mention them, and you decide what to do.

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What affects the price

  • The type and grade of lock you choose: a basic knob or deadbolt costs differently than a high-security deadbolt or a smart lock.
  • How many locks are being replaced, and whether they are keyed alike so one key opens several doors.
  • The condition of the door and frame, including whether a misaligned strike plate, enlarged bore, or settled frame needs correction.
  • Whether the job is a straight swap or involves repairing damage from a forced-entry attempt.
  • The time of day and urgency of the call, since we are available 24/7 including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Whether you want to match existing finishes and hardware or switch to a new style across the property.

Why Reseda chooses us

  • Fully mobile since 1987: we do the work at your door in Reseda, with no storefront and no need to bring the lock anywhere.
  • Owner-led: David Shar leads the business and its standards, so work is held to the same expectations on every call.
  • We look at the door, not just the lock. Settled frames are common in older Valley homes, and fixing the alignment can matter as much as the new hardware.
  • Honest recommendations: if a rekey or a strike adjustment solves the problem, we will say so rather than push a full replacement.
  • Experience with both single-family and multi-unit properties, including keyed-alike setups for landlords and property managers.
  • Available around the clock, so a damaged lock after hours does not have to wait until morning.

Lock Replacement across Reseda

Reseda is a flat, working-neighborhood part of the central San Fernando Valley, and its housing shapes most of the lock work here. In the Reseda Park residential area, near Reseda Park and Reseda Park Lake, you find rows of 1950s tract homes with original stucco, small porches and builder-installed locks. After decades of settling, and the effects of the 1994 Northridge earthquake, whose epicenter was in Reseda, plenty of door frames sit slightly out of square. A deadbolt that sticks or a key that binds is often the symptom, and replacing the lock while realigning the strike can fix it.

Along the Reseda Blvd commercial district and the Sherman Way corridor, the mix changes to shops, offices and mid-century dingbat apartment buildings. Property managers on Reseda Blvd and Victory often need several units updated between tenants, and a small retailer near the Reseda Theatre on Sherman Way may want a stronger deadbolt after an attempted forced entry. We handle both: keyed-alike or individually keyed sets for apartments, and higher-security hardware for storefront and back doors.

We serve ZIP codes 91335 and 91337 and the surrounding streets, from Vanowen and Saticoy up to Roscoe, and from Tampa Ave and Wilbur Ave over toward Sepulveda Blvd and the Sepulveda Basin. Whether you live near the Reseda Recreation Center or run a business near US-101, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Lock Replacement in Reseda — FAQs

How do I know if I need a lock replacement or just a rekey?
If the lock works smoothly and is in good shape but you want different keys, a rekey is usually enough. Replacement makes sense when the hardware is worn, damaged, loose, outdated, or not secure enough. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will help you decide.
My deadbolt sticks in my older Reseda home. Is the lock bad?
Not always. Many 1950s homes here have door frames that have shifted over time, including after the 1994 earthquake. The bolt may no longer line up with the strike plate. We check the alignment first, then replace the lock or adjust the strike as needed.
Can you replace locks at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so you can call (323) 997-8867 at any hour about a damaged or compromised lock in Reseda.
Can you replace locks on several apartment units at once?
Yes. Property managers along Reseda Blvd, Sherman Way and Victory often need multiple units done between tenants. We can install keyed-alike or individually keyed hardware, depending on how you manage the building.
Do I need to buy the new lock myself?
No. We bring hardware with us and help you choose what suits your door and security needs. If you already bought a lock you prefer, tell us when you call and we can discuss installing it.
What should a shop owner on Sherman Way do after an attempted break-in?
Call us so we can inspect the damage to the lock, door and frame. We can replace the lock with higher-security hardware and repair or reinforce weak points. Reach us at (323) 997-8867.
Will the new lock work with my existing door?
In most cases, yes. Standard doors accept standard hardware, and we check the bore and edge prep on site. If the door has been damaged or modified, we will explain what adjustments are needed.
Do you have a shop I can visit in Reseda?
No. We are mobile only. We come to your home or business in Reseda, so there is nothing to drop off or pick up.
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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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