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Lock Rekeying in South Pasadena, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in South Pasadena, California, 24/7. We change the inside of your existing locks so old keys no longer work, usually without replacing vintage hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 and we come to your home or shop.

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Rekeying is the quiet fix that most people overlook after a move. Instead of replacing a lock, we alter the pins inside the cylinder so it works with a new key and the old keys become useless. You keep the hardware you already have, and anyone who held a copy of the previous key, such as past owners, tenants, contractors or a former roommate, no longer has access.

In South Pasadena this matters more than in most places. Much of the city is made up of well-preserved Craftsman bungalows, Victorians and 1920s Spanish and period-revival homes, and many still wear their original rim and mortise hardware. That hardware is part of the home's character, and often part of its value. Rekeying lets you secure the house without swapping out a period lockset that would be hard to replace.

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 come to you, whether that is a bungalow off Fremont Ave or a shop on Mission Street, and we are available around the clock.

How it works in South Pasadena

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    Call and describe the locks

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what you have: front door, back door, side gates, garage entry, or a shop door. Mention whether the hardware looks original, such as a mortise lock or a rim cylinder, so we bring the right tools and parts.

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    We come to you

    Our technician arrives in a fully equipped mobile service vehicle. Because we work on site, you do not need to remove any locks or bring anything anywhere. We confirm what is being rekeyed before work begins.

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    Inspect each cylinder

    We check each lock for wear, brand and condition. Older cylinders sometimes have worn pins or stiff springs, and we tell you plainly if a lock is better rekeyed, repaired or, only when necessary, replaced.

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    Rekey to a new key pattern

    We remove the cylinder, replace the pins to match a new key, and reinstall it. Vintage faceplates, knobs and escutcheons stay in place, so the look of the door does not change. We can key several doors alike so you carry a single key.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We test every lock with the new keys and confirm the old keys no longer turn. You get your new keys and a clear rundown of what was done.

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What affects the price

  • The number of cylinders being rekeyed, since each door, gate and padlock adds work.
  • The type of hardware: standard deadbolts are generally quicker than older mortise sets or specialty cylinders.
  • Whether you want all locks keyed alike or want separate keys for different doors or users.
  • The condition of the existing locks, including whether worn parts need repair before they can be rekeyed reliably.
  • The time of day and urgency of the visit, since we work 24/7 and after-hours calls differ from scheduled daytime appointments.
  • How many keys you need cut, and whether any restricted or high-security keyways are involved.

Why South Pasadena chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we bring the tools and parts to your door, with no shop visit and no need to remove hardware.
  • Experience with older hardware: we have worked on rim and mortise locks like those found in Craftsman bungalows and period-revival homes since 1987.
  • Preservation first: we aim to keep original knobs, plates and finishes intact rather than push unnecessary replacements.
  • Discretion for film-location homes: we handle rekeys and temporary lockboxes quietly, which suits owners who host productions.
  • Honest recommendations: if a lock is too worn to rekey well, we say so and explain your options.
  • Available 24/7, so a lost key or a late closing on a sale does not have to wait until morning.

Lock Rekeying across South Pasadena

South Pasadena is compact, only about 3.4 square miles, but its housing mix is varied. In the Mission Street District, the 91030 ZIP code covers Craftsman homes and small commercial storefronts. A common call is a buyer who has just closed escrow and wants every old key rendered useless, while keeping the home's original rim and mortise hardware.

Up in Monterey Hills and Altos de Monterey, homes are often hillside properties with multiple entries, side gates and garage doors. Rekeying them to a single key is popular, and ZIP code 91031 includes many such streets. Owners tell us they like not juggling a ring of mismatched keys.

The city is also a frequent film and TV location. For homeowners with a frequently filmed bungalow, we can install a temporary contractor lockbox during a production and then rekey after the crew wraps so access is reset. On Mission Street, near Mission West antique row and the Rialto Theatre, shop and restaurant owners with older commercial locks also call us when the only set of keys goes missing mid-shift. Wherever you are, from Fair Oaks Ave to Garfield Park, we come to you.

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Lock Rekeying in South Pasadena — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and replacing a lock?
Rekeying changes the internal pins so a new key works and old keys do not, while the lock itself stays. Replacing swaps the whole lock. Rekeying is often the better choice for South Pasadena's older homes because it keeps original hardware.
Should I rekey after buying a home in South Pasadena?
Yes, it is one of the smartest first steps after closing. You cannot know who holds copies of the old keys. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can rekey every exterior door, often in a single visit.
Can you rekey the original mortise and rim locks in a Craftsman or Victorian?
In most cases, yes. We inspect each cylinder first. If the lock is in workable shape, we rekey it and leave the vintage faceplate and knob untouched. If it is too worn, we tell you before doing anything.
Can all my doors work with one key?
Usually yes. We can key front, back, side and garage entries alike when the hardware allows it. Some specialty cylinders may not be compatible, and we will let you know during inspection.
Do you offer lockboxes and rekeys for film or TV shoots?
Yes. We can install a temporary contractor lockbox for a production and rekey afterward so you reset access once the crew leaves. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange it discreetly.
Can you help a Mission Street shop that lost its only keys?
Yes. We handle lockouts and can rekey the cylinder so lost keys cannot be used later. We are mobile and available 24/7, so you do not have to wait for the next business day.
Do I need to be home during the rekey?
Someone authorized should be present or arrange access with us in advance. We confirm the doors being rekeyed and hand the new keys to you.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we come to your home or business anywhere in South Pasadena, including 91030 and 91031.
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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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