Lock Rekeying · 24/7 mobile
Lock Rekeying in Los Angeles & Ventura County
Crenshaw Lock Company offers mobile lock rekeying across Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County, 24/7. We come to your home, change the internal pins so old keys no longer work, and keep your existing hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule.
- Mobile — we come to your location
- Available 24/7
- Upfront price quoted before we start

Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so a different key operates it and every old key becomes useless. The lock itself stays on the door. That makes it one of the most practical security steps after you buy or rent a home, end a roommate arrangement, part ways with a contractor, or lose a set of keys.
You rarely need new locks to get that peace of mind. If your deadbolts and knobs are in good working shape, rekeying gives you new key control without replacing hardware you already like. It also lets us set several locks to one key, so you carry one key instead of a ring of them.
Crenshaw Lock Company has served Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We are fully mobile, with no storefront to visit. We bring the tools and key stock to your door, day or night, and we will tell you honestly if a lock is too worn or damaged to rekey well.
How our lock rekeying service works
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Tell us about your locks
Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the doors involved, the brand of locks if you know it, and why you want them rekeyed. That helps us arrive prepared.
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We come to you
Our mobile technician travels to your home with pinning kits and key blanks. There is nothing to drop off and no trip to a shop.
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Inspect each lock
Before taking anything apart we check that each lock operates smoothly and is sound enough to rekey. If one is badly worn or damaged, we explain your options.
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Change the pins and cut new keys
We remove the cylinder, replace the internal pin configuration, and cut new keys to match. Several locks can be set to the same key if you want.
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Test and hand over
We reinstall the cylinders, test each lock with the new key, and confirm the old keys no longer turn. You leave with working keys and locks that behave properly.
What affects the price
- How many locks or cylinders need to be rekeyed
- Whether you want all locks keyed alike to a single key
- The brand and type of lock, since some are more involved to rekey than others
- How many copies of the new keys you need
- Time of day, since after-hours and emergency visits differ from scheduled daytime work
- Your location within our service area and travel involved
Why choose us
- Fully mobile service: we rekey on site at your door, with no storefront or drop-off
- In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work
- Honest recommendations: if a lock is worn out, we say so rather than rekeying something that should be replaced
- Available 24/7 for urgent situations such as a lost key set or a recent break-up or move-out
- We can set multiple locks to one key so your household carries fewer keys
- We test every lock before leaving and confirm old keys no longer work
Where we work
We rekey locks throughout Greater Los Angeles, from the San Fernando Valley and the San Gabriel Valley to the South Bay and Harbor area, the Westside, and the Gateway Cities. We also work across Central and South LA, so whether you are in a house, condo, or apartment, we come to you.
Our service reaches parts of Ventura County as well. Because we are fully mobile, availability depends on where our technician is at the moment, so call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through your location and timing.
Need lock rekeying now?
24/7 Mobile Locksmith across Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County. We answer 24/7.
Related services
Residential LocksmithFull home locksmith service — rekeys, replacements, repairs and upgrades.
Lock ReplacementSwap worn, damaged or outdated locks for new hardware keyed to your needs.
Lock InstallationInstall new locks on new doors or where none existed before.
Deadbolt InstallationAdd or replace single- and double-cylinder deadbolts for stronger doors.
Lock RepairFix sticking, jammed, loose or misaligned locks, deadbolts and latches.
Key DuplicationCut and copy house, office, mailbox and restricted keys on location.
Lock Rekeying — FAQs
What is the difference between rekeying and changing locks?
Will my old keys still work after rekeying?
Should I rekey after buying or renting a home?
Can you make all my locks use the same key?
Can every lock be rekeyed?
Do I need to be home during the rekey?
How long does rekeying take?
Do you rekey after hours?
Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician
Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.
Last updated 2026-10-12.