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Lock Rekeying in South Gate, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in South Gate, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to your home, apartment, or storefront and rekey your existing locks so old keys stop working. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Rekeying is one of the most practical security upgrades you can make, and it is often the one people skip. When you buy a house, take over a rental, or part ways with a roommate, contractor, or former employee, you cannot know how many copies of the old keys exist. Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration of your existing lock cylinders, so the old keys no longer turn them and a new key works instead. The locks stay on the door; only the key that operates them changes.

In South Gate this comes up constantly. The city has a deep stock of homes built from the 1920s through the 1950s, including the Hollydale tract and many stucco bungalow blocks, and many of those doors have been through several owners and tenants. It also has the Tweedy Mile commercial strip, apartment buildings, and industrial properties along Firestone and the LA River, where key control matters just as much as it does at a 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 fully mobile, with no storefront to visit. We bring the tools and parts to you, check what hardware you have, and tell you honestly whether rekeying is the right fit or whether a worn lock should simply be replaced.

How it works in South Gate

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    Call and describe the locks

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us how many locks need attention, what kind they are (front deadbolt, knob, side gate, garage, storefront), and why you want the change. That helps us bring the right pinning kits and spare hardware to your South Gate address.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile, the work happens at your property, whether it is a bungalow in Hollydale, an apartment near South Gate Park, or a shop on Tweedy Boulevard. There is nothing to drop off and no shop to visit.

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    Inspect each cylinder

    Before rekeying, we check that each lock operates smoothly and is in good condition. Older residential hardware can be worn, and a cylinder that sticks or is failing is better replaced than rekeyed. We explain the options before we proceed.

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    Rekey and match to one key

    We remove the cylinders, change the internal pins to a new configuration, and reassemble. Where possible we set multiple locks to the same new key, so one key works front door, back door, and gate instead of a heavy keyring.

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    Test and hand over the keys

    We test every lock with the new key and confirm the old key no longer works. You receive the new keys, and we can cut additional copies if you need them for family, tenants, or staff.

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What affects the price

  • The number of cylinders being rekeyed. A single front door is a smaller job than a whole house, an apartment unit, or a storefront with several locks.
  • The type of lock. Standard deadbolts and knobsets differ from older mortise hardware, high-security cylinders, padlocks, or commercial lock systems.
  • Condition of the existing hardware. Worn or failing cylinders may need replacement rather than rekeying, which changes the parts involved.
  • Extra keys. Cutting additional copies, or setting up a master key arrangement for a property with multiple doors, affects the total.
  • Time and location of the visit. Because we are available around the clock, after-hours or urgent requests may be quoted differently than a planned daytime appointment.
  • Add-ons such as garage or side-gate locks, or a new padlock for a roll-down grille, which are separate hardware from the main door locks.

Why South Gate chooses us

  • Fully mobile service. We come to your South Gate property with the equipment on board, so rekeying is usually completed at the door without you leaving.
  • Serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, so we have seen the older mortise and deadbolt hardware common in mid-century homes.
  • An honest recommendation. If a lock is too worn to rekey reliably, we say so rather than rekeying something that will fail soon.
  • One-key convenience. We can pin multiple locks to a single key where the hardware allows, which is handy for homeowners and landlords alike.
  • Residential and commercial under one roof, from a Hollydale deadbolt to a Tweedy Mile storefront and padlock needs on industrial properties.
  • Available 24/7, including when you discover you need new keys late at night or on a holiday.

Lock Rekeying across South Gate

South Gate is a Gateway city where Firestone Boulevard, Atlantic Avenue, Garfield Avenue, and Imperial Highway carry daily traffic, with I-710 on one side and the SR-105 close by. Across 90280, a lot of the housing was built between the 1920s and 1950s. In Hollydale, many single-family homes still have original-era deadbolts and entry hardware that have outlasted several owners. If you have just bought one of those homes, rekeying is a sensible first step so previous owners, agents, and tenants no longer have working keys.

Rental turnover is another common reason to call. A property owner near South Gate Park might need an apartment rekeyed after a tenant moves out, along with the garage and side-gate locks that often get forgotten. Doing all of them in one visit and tying them to a clean set of keys keeps things simple and gives the next tenant a fresh start.

Businesses have their own needs. When a Tweedy Mile shop changes hands, the new owner usually wants the storefront rekeyed and a new padlock for the roll-down grille so no former staff or owners can get in. Shops around the Azalea Regional Shopping Center and the industrial blocks along Firestone and the LA River may also need padlock or master-key arrangements. Whatever the property, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Lock Rekeying in South Gate — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing locks?
Rekeying changes the internal pins of your existing cylinder so a new key works and the old one does not. Changing locks replaces the hardware entirely. Rekeying is often the more economical choice when your locks are in good condition. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can help you decide.
Should I rekey after buying a home in South Gate?
Yes, it is a smart precaution. You cannot know who still holds keys from previous owners, tenants, or contractors. This is especially true for older Hollydale homes that may have changed hands several times.
Can you rekey all my locks to one key?
In many cases yes. Locks from the same brand and keyway type can usually be matched to a single key, though some specialty or mismatched hardware may not be compatible. We check during the visit.
Do you rekey apartment and rental units?
Yes. Property owners often call after a tenant turnover, including for garage and side-gate locks. We can rekey the unit and related locks in a single visit.
Can you rekey a storefront on Tweedy Mile?
Yes. We handle storefront rekeys for businesses, and can supply a new padlock for a roll-down grille when ownership or staff changes. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your setup.
What if my old lock is too worn to rekey?
If a cylinder sticks, spins, or is failing, rekeying may not be reliable. We will tell you honestly and can replace the cylinder or lock instead.
Do I need to be home during the rekey?
Someone authorized should be present to confirm access and receive the new keys. We work at the property, so we need entry to the locks being rekeyed.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so you can call (323) 997-8867 at any hour to arrange rekeying in South Gate.
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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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