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Lock Rekeying in Sun Valley, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in Sun Valley, California, 24/7. We come to your home, warehouse or yard and rekey your existing locks so old keys no longer work. No storefront visit needed. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a technician.

  • Mobile to your Sun Valley location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration of a lock so that a new key operates it and every previous key becomes useless. The hardware stays on the door. For many Sun Valley properties that is the smartest fix: you keep the deadbolt, knob or padlock you already have, and you end the access of anyone who once held a copy, whether a previous owner, a former tenant, a laid-off employee or a contractor.

Sun Valley is an unusual mix. San Fernando Road and the industrial corridor behind Hollywood Burbank Airport are lined with warehouses, manufacturers, auto-dismantlers and recycling yards, while the residential pockets run from modest postwar homes to the 1920s stone and clinker-brick houses of Stonehurst. Each of these calls for a different approach to rekeying, and a one-size-fits-all visit rarely serves them well.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, under owner and lead technician David Shar. We are fully mobile, so there is no shop to drive to. We bring the tools and key stock to your door, evaluate the locks on site, and tell you honestly whether a rekey is enough or whether a particular lock is too worn or too weak to be worth keeping.

How it works in Sun Valley

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    Tell us about the property and the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe what happened: a move, a sale, staff turnover, a break-in, or lost keys. Tell us how many locks are involved and what kind they are, such as deadbolts, knobs, roll-up door locks, gate locks or padlocks. This helps us arrive prepared.

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    We come to you

    We are 24/7 and fully mobile, so we travel to your house, warehouse bay or yard anywhere in Sun Valley. There is nothing to drop off and no storefront to visit.

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    Inspect each lock before touching it

    We check that every cylinder turns smoothly, that latches and strike plates line up, and that the lock is in good enough shape to rekey reliably. Worn, damaged or low-grade hardware is flagged honestly, and you decide what to do.

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    Rekey the cylinders

    We remove the cylinder, replace the pins to match a new key, and reinstall it. Where it makes sense, we can key several locks alike so one key handles your front door, back door and gate.

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    Test and hand over new keys

    We test each lock with the new key, confirm the old key no longer works, and make sure everything operates smoothly. You get the new keys and clear advice on any hardware that could use an upgrade.

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What affects the price

  • The number of locks or cylinders being rekeyed, since each one is pinned individually.
  • The type of hardware: standard residential deadbolts, high-security cylinders, commercial mortise locks, roll-up door locks and hardened padlocks all differ in effort and parts.
  • Whether the locks are keyed alike or each needs its own separate key.
  • The condition of the lock, because worn or damaged cylinders may need replacement parts or a full swap rather than a simple rekey.
  • How many copies of the new keys you need, and whether any restricted or higher-security key blanks are involved.
  • The time of day and the location of the job, since we cover 24/7 service across a wide area and after-hours calls can differ from scheduled visits.

Why Sun Valley chooses us

  • Fully mobile since 1987. We do the work at your door and have no storefront, so what you are paying for is the service itself.
  • Experience with both residential and industrial work, from a Stonehurst deadbolt to a yard gate off San Fernando Road.
  • Honest assessments. If a lock is too worn or weak to rekey, we say so instead of upselling.
  • Available 24/7, which matters when a warehouse needs to be secured the same night staff leave or a break-in has just happened.
  • Owner-led. David Shar has been working in the trade since 1987, and the business is built on repeat local customers.
  • Sympathetic work on older homes, keeping original character where we can instead of replacing everything.

Lock Rekeying across Sun Valley

In 91352 and the surrounding streets, rekeying jobs tend to fall into three patterns. Along San Fernando Road, an auto-dismantler or recycling yard may need hardened padlocks and gate locks rekeyed or replaced after a theft or break-in, since yard gates and shipping containers attract opportunistic crime. Behind Hollywood Burbank Airport, a warehouse may need its roll-up door and man-door locks rekeyed after staff turnover so that former employees no longer hold working keys.

In Stonehurst, the historic district of 1920s stone and clinker-brick homes near the Stonehurst Recreation Center, we often meet original hardware that deserves care. A rekey stops old keys from working, and where a deadbolt is missing or weak we can suggest a sympathetic upgrade that fits the character of the house instead of clashing with it. Homes up toward La Tuna Canyon, at the foot of the Verdugo Mountains, often have gates and side doors that benefit from being keyed alike with the main entrance.

Whether you are off Glenoaks Boulevard, Sunland Boulevard or Vineland Avenue, close to the I-5 or CA-170, or somewhere in the shadow of the LADWP Valley Generating Station smokestacks, we come to you. Call (323) 997-8867 any time.

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Lock Rekeying in Sun Valley — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing a lock in Sun Valley?
Rekeying changes the inside of the existing cylinder so a new key works and old keys do not. Replacing swaps the whole lock. Rekeying is usually the more economical choice when the hardware is still in good shape. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can advise on your situation.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Stonehurst?
Yes, it is a sensible step. You cannot know who still has copies of the keys from previous owners, tenants or contractors. For older homes with original 1920s hardware, we also check whether a deadbolt upgrade would improve security without spoiling the look.
Can you rekey a warehouse roll-up door and man-door after staff turnover?
Yes. We can rekey roll-up door locks and man-door hardware so former employees' keys stop working, and we can key the doors alike or separately depending on how you manage access. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your setup.
Can padlocks on a yard gate be rekeyed?
Some can, depending on the make and model. Many hardened padlocks can be rekeyed, while others are better replaced, especially after a break-in has damaged them. We check on site and recommend the stronger option for your yard.
Do you offer rekeying at night or on weekends?
We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, including nights, weekends and holidays. We make no promises about arrival timing, but you can reach us at any hour on (323) 997-8867.
Will my old keys still work after rekeying?
No. Once a cylinder is rekeyed, the old key will not turn it. We test this with you before we leave so you can see it for yourself.
Can all my locks use the same key?
Often yes. If your locks are compatible brands and keyways, we can key them alike so one key opens the front door, back door and gate. Some locks may need different cylinders, which we will explain on site.
Do I need to visit your shop to get new keys?
No. We are mobile only, with no storefront. We bring everything to your location in Sun Valley and cut and test the keys there.
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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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