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Lock Rekeying in Thousand Oaks, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in Thousand Oaks, California, available 24/7. We come to your home or office and rekey your existing locks so old keys no longer work, without replacing hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule or ask a question.

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Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so it works with a new key, and the old keys stop working. The lock itself stays on your door. For most Thousand Oaks homeowners this is the practical answer after buying a house, ending a tenancy, parting ways with a roommate or contractor, or losing a set of keys. It is usually simpler and less disruptive than swapping every lock.

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. There is no storefront to visit; we bring the tools and key-cutting equipment to your door, whether that is a split-level in Lynn Ranch or a gated estate in North Ranch.

The Conejo Valley has a wide mix of housing, so no two rekey jobs look exactly alike. A 1970s ranch home with a handful of standard deadbolts is a different job from a custom hillside home with multipoint locks, high-security cylinders, and a gate or intercom. We look at what you actually have, tell you whether rekeying makes sense, and recommend replacement only when a lock is worn out or damaged.

How it works in Thousand Oaks

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    Call and describe your situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. Tell us how many locks need attention, what kind of doors they are on, and why you want to rekey, such as a recent purchase, a lost key, or a former tenant. That helps us bring the right pins, keyways, and tools.

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    We come to you

    Because we are mobile, a technician travels to your property in Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, or nearby. We confirm the address and the locks involved before starting, and we are available day, night, weekends, and holidays.

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    Inspect each lock

    We check every cylinder: entry deadbolts, knob locks, garage-to-house doors, side gates, and any patio or sliding door locks that take a key. A lock that is worn, loose, or damaged may be better replaced, and we will tell you plainly if that is the case.

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    Rekey the cylinders

    We remove each cylinder, replace the internal pins to match a new key, and reinstall it. Rekeying lets us put all your locks on one key where the hardware allows, so you carry one key instead of several.

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    Test and hand over new keys

    We test each lock with the new key and confirm that the old key no longer turns it. You receive your new keys and we can cut extra copies for family members on the spot.

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    Review other access points

    Before we leave, we can talk through anything else that came with the property: shared garage remotes, gate codes, intercom settings, or an old lockbox. Changing those is part of a thorough handover, even if the locks themselves are done.

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What affects the price

  • The number of locks or cylinders being rekeyed, since each one is handled individually.
  • The type of lock: standard residential deadbolts differ from high-security cylinders or multipoint systems common in custom and estate homes.
  • Whether you want every lock on a single key, which can affect how much work each cylinder needs.
  • How many extra keys you want cut, and whether any are restricted-keyway keys that require special blanks.
  • The condition of the hardware: a worn lock that cannot be reliably rekeyed may need replacement parts instead.
  • Time of day and location, since after-hours or distant calls involve different logistics than a scheduled daytime visit.

Why Thousand Oaks chooses us

  • Mobile service only: we work at your door with the tools needed, so you never have to bring locks anywhere.
  • Since 1987 in Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County, with owner David Shar leading the work.
  • 24/7 availability, useful when you close on a home late in the week or realize at night that an old key is still out there.
  • Honest recommendations: we rekey when that solves the problem and tell you when a lock should be replaced instead.
  • Experience across both ordinary tract-home hardware and higher-security systems, including multipoint locks and high-security cylinders.
  • We look beyond the lock itself to gates, intercoms, and commercial master-key needs when they are part of the job.

Lock Rekeying across Thousand Oaks

Thousand Oaks homes vary a lot from one neighborhood to the next. In Newbury Park (ZIP 91320 and 91362 cover much of the area), tract homes are common, and buyers often rekey right after closing, especially once a realtor's lockbox has been removed and nobody is sure how many keys are out there. Lynn Ranch and older parts of central Thousand Oaks, with their 1960s to 1980s ranch and split-level homes, often have original or mismatched hardware that benefits from being brought onto a single key.

Further north and west, North Ranch and Dos Vientos Ranch include gated and custom estates where doors may use multipoint European-style locks or high-security cylinders such as Medeco or Mul-T-Lock. Rekeying those takes the right parts and care, and gates and intercoms often come up in the same visit. Hillside custom homes throughout the area can also have several exterior doors and side gates that all need attention.

We also serve commercial customers. Office and biotech parks, including those along Thousand Oaks Blvd and Rancho Conejo Blvd, often need master-key systems for multi-suite buildings, which is a natural extension of rekeying. Whether you are near the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, off Moorpark Rd or Hampshire Rd, or in 91360, 91358, or 91359, we come to you via US-101 or SR-23 and handle the work on site.

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Lock Rekeying in Thousand Oaks — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing locks in Thousand Oaks?
Rekeying changes the internal pins of your existing lock so a new key works and old keys do not. Changing locks replaces the hardware entirely. Rekeying is often the simpler choice when the locks are in good shape.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Newbury Park?
It is a smart step. You cannot know who has copies of the old keys, including previous owners, contractors, or agents. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can rekey the exterior locks so only your new keys work.
Will my old keys stop working after a rekey?
Yes. Once the cylinder is rekeyed, the old key will no longer turn it. We test each lock to confirm this before we leave.
Can you put all my locks on one key?
In most cases, yes, as long as the locks are compatible or can be rekeyed to a common keyway. We will tell you what is possible after inspecting your hardware.
Can high-security locks at a North Ranch or Dos Vientos home be rekeyed?
Often they can, though it depends on the brand and system. High-security cylinders and multipoint locks need the right components. Call (323) 997-8867 with the lock details and we will advise on the best approach.
Do you offer master-key systems for offices?
Yes. We can set up master-key arrangements for multi-suite offices and business parks so different tenants or staff have access to the right doors.
Do I need to come to your shop?
No. We are fully mobile and have no storefront. We come to your home or business anywhere we serve in Thousand Oaks.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. If you need locks rekeyed outside normal business hours, call (323) 997-8867.
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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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