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Lock Rekeying in Temple City, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock rekeying in Temple City, California. We come to your home, rental, or Las Tunas Drive storefront and rekey your existing locks so old keys no longer work. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule or ask a question.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so a new key operates it and every old key becomes useless. The lock, deadbolt, and hardware stay on your door. Only the pin configuration is changed. For most Temple City homeowners and landlords, it is the most sensible way to regain control of who has access after a purchase, a move-out, a breakup, a lost key, or a contractor finishing a job.

Temple City has a lot of this kind of work. Many of its single-story ranch and stucco homes from the 1950s and 1960s have changed hands over the years, and each sale leaves behind keys held by previous owners, relatives, agents, and workers. Newer townhomes and small apartment buildings add steady tenant turnover, and each turnover raises the same question: who still has a key?

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit, so everything happens at your door, at a time that suits you, day or night.

How it works in Temple City

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    Tell us what needs rekeying

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us how many locks are involved, whether they are entry knobs, deadbolts, or both, and why you want them rekeyed. That helps us bring the right tools and key blanks.

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    We check the existing hardware

    On site, we look at each lock to confirm it is in good working condition and can be rekeyed. Older ranch-home hardware is sometimes worn or damaged. If a lock is too far gone, we explain the options and you decide.

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    Rekey to a new key pattern

    We take each cylinder apart, change the pins to match a new key, and reassemble it. Where it makes sense, we key several locks alike so one key opens the front door, back door, and garage entry.

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    Test every lock and key

    We test the new keys in every lock, confirm the old keys no longer turn, and check that bolts extend and retract smoothly. Any stiffness or alignment issue gets addressed before we finish.

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    Hand over keys and advise

    You receive the new keys and a straight answer about anything that deserves a future upgrade, such as a worn strike plate, a loose deadbolt, or a lock that is not strong enough for the door.

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What affects the price

  • The number of locks and cylinders to be rekeyed, since each one is worked on individually.
  • Whether locks are to be keyed alike or set up with a simple master key system, as in a small townhome development.
  • The type and condition of the hardware, including older locks that need extra care or parts.
  • Whether you need new keys cut beyond the standard set.
  • Timing and location of the visit, including after-hours or urgent calls.
  • Whether any locks need replacement rather than rekeying.

Why Temple City chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to your door in Temple City, with no shop to drive to.
  • Available 24/7, including evenings and weekends when a move or a lockout does not wait.
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work.
  • We tell you honestly when a lock should be replaced rather than rekeyed.
  • We can key multiple locks alike or set up a simple master key for landlords and small developments.
  • We test every lock and key before leaving.

Lock Rekeying across Temple City

Temple City is a quiet, residential valley-floor city, and rekeying fits it well. In neighborhoods like Mission View Acres and the Camellia area, many 1950s and 1960s single-story ranch and stucco homes are changing hands, and new owners often want every old key out of circulation before settling in. We regularly work with homes in ZIP code 91780 that have original-era locks needing a careful look.

The city is also changing. Teardown-rebuild homes and new townhomes are going up, and builders and owners need new locksets keyed correctly, sometimes with a simple master key. Property managers with small apartment buildings rely on turnover rekeys between tenants, so each new resident gets a lock only they and the manager can open.

Along Las Tunas Drive, the walkable business district near Downtown Las Tunas Drive has shops and restaurants in mixed-age storefronts. When ownership changes or staff leave, rekeying the door is a quick way to restore control. Whether you are near Temple City Park, Live Oak Park, Baldwin Ave, Rosemead Blvd, or Lower Azusa Rd, we come to you.

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Lock Rekeying in Temple City — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing locks?
Rekeying changes the internal pins so a new key works and old keys do not, while keeping the same lock hardware. Changing locks replaces the hardware entirely. Rekeying is usually more economical when the locks are in good shape.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Temple City?
Yes, we recommend it. You cannot know who still has copies of the keys to a home you just bought. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to the house.
Can you rekey all my locks to one key?
In most cases, yes. We can key your front door, back door, and other compatible locks alike so one key works for all of them.
Do you rekey rental units between tenants?
Yes. Property managers in Temple City use us for turnover rekeys on apartments, townhomes, and older ranch rentals. We can also set up a simple master key. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange it.
Can you rekey a shop or restaurant on Las Tunas Drive?
Yes. We handle commercial rekeys for storefronts, including after an employee leaves or a business changes hands, and we can help with storefront lockouts.
Can every lock be rekeyed?
Most standard residential locks can. Some very worn, damaged, or low-quality locks are better replaced. We check on site and give you an honest recommendation before doing any work.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are fully mobile and come to you in Temple City, so there is no storefront to visit.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. Call (323) 997-8867 any time, and we will discuss your situation and schedule the visit.
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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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