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Lock Replacement in Torrance, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock replacement in Torrance, California. We come to your home, rental or business, swap worn, damaged or outdated locks for new hardware, and test every key before we leave. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour, day or night.

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  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Locks do not last forever. In Torrance the hardware on a door can be anywhere from a few years old to a century old, and the reasons to replace it vary just as widely: a deadbolt that sticks every morning, a key that has to be jiggled, a lock damaged in a break-in attempt, a set of keys no one can account for after a tenant moves out, or a style that simply no longer matches the house. Lock replacement means removing the old hardware and installing new locks that fit your door, your security needs and your budget.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business around being fully mobile. There is no storefront to drive to. We bring tools and hardware to your door, whether that door is a Craftsman front entry near El Prado or an aluminum storefront door at a retail center, and we are available 24/7.

A good replacement is not just about the lock itself. It is about choosing the right grade of hardware, making sure the door and strike plate can support it, and deciding whether you want every door keyed alike so one key does the whole house. We walk through those choices with you plainly, so you know what is being installed and why.

How it works in Torrance

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what is going on: which doors, what kind of locks you have now, and whether this is a repair, an upgrade or an emergency after a break-in or lockout. If you can, mention the age of the home or building, since that helps us bring the right hardware.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile, a technician drives to your Torrance address with a stocked vehicle. We make no promises about arrival times over the phone, but we are available around the clock, and we will keep you informed as we head your way.

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    Inspect the door and existing hardware

    Before removing anything, we look at the door, the bore holes, the latch and the strike plate. On mid-century tract homes we often find original hardware worn loose. On older doors we check for wood damage or earlier repairs that affect what will fit properly.

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    Choose the right replacement

    We go over the options in plain language: standard deadbolts, higher-security grades, smart or keypad models, or keyed-alike sets. For historic mortise doors we discuss rebuilding the original lock versus a discreet retrofit that protects the door's character.

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    Install and align

    We remove the old lock and install the new one, reinforcing or adjusting the strike and latch so the bolt throws smoothly and fully. A lock that is merely bolted on but misaligned will fail early, so we take time to get this right.

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    Test, cut keys and hand over

    We operate every lock repeatedly from both sides, confirm each key works, and hand over the keys. If you want, we can rekey other doors to match. We also explain how to care for the new hardware so it lasts.

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What affects the price

  • The type and grade of lock you choose, since basic deadbolts, higher-security cylinders, mortise sets and electronic locks all differ in hardware cost.
  • How many doors are involved and whether you want them keyed alike, which adds some labor but simplifies life with a single key.
  • Door condition, including whether a damaged bore, splintered frame or misaligned strike needs repair before the new lock can work properly.
  • Lock type and age, since original mortise hardware in a 1920s home or commercial storefront hardware takes different parts and more time than a standard tract-home deadbolt.
  • Whether the call is an emergency or after-hours visit, such as replacing locks after a break-in at night, versus a scheduled upgrade.
  • Extra hardware such as closers, panic devices or specialty cylinders for commercial and retail doors.

Why Torrance chooses us

  • Fully mobile, with no storefront: we come to your door, so you are not left locked out of your own plans while hunting for a shop.
  • In business since 1987, which means decades of experience with everything from vintage mortise sets to modern deadbolts.
  • Owner involvement: David Shar leads the work, so the person responsible for the quality is not a stranger at a call center.
  • Honest recommendations: if your existing lock can be repaired or rekeyed for less than a full replacement, we will say so.
  • Familiarity with Torrance's mixed housing, from historic Craftsmans to 1950s and 60s ranch tracts to commercial storefronts.
  • Available 24/7, including nights and weekends, for urgent replacements after a break-in or lost keys.

Lock Replacement across Torrance

Torrance is a city of very different building types, and lock replacement looks different in each. In Old Torrance, the historic district around El Prado is full of 1910s and 1920s Craftsman bungalows and brick commercial buildings, where original mortise locks and skeleton-key hardware are still common. Owners there often want the old locks rebuilt or quietly retrofitted with a modern deadbolt, so the historic door keeps its look without sacrificing security. Homes in the 90501 area are a good example.

Farther out, the large 1950s and 60s ranch tracts in Southwood and West Torrance still carry plenty of original Kwikset and Schlage sets that are now decades old. When one of those deadbolts fails, as it can after sixty years of daily use, replacement is usually a straightforward job, and it is a natural time to rekey the whole house so every door works with a single key. In the hillside areas of Walteria and Hollywood Riviera, mid-century and coastal homes often benefit from hardware that stands up to salt air, and in ZIP codes such as 90505 and 90503 we see a wide mix of all of these.

Commercial work is part of Torrance too. Tenants in and around Del Amo Fashion Center, one of the largest malls in the country, and along Hawthorne Blvd, Sepulveda Blvd and Torrance Blvd often need aluminum-storefront cylinders, closers and panic hardware serviced, sometimes after closing hours. Getting around the city by I-405, I-110, Pacific Coast Hwy and Crenshaw Blvd, we reach homes and businesses near Torrance Beach, Madrona Marsh and Wilson Park alike, day or night.

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Other Torrance locksmith services

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Lock Replacement in Torrance — FAQs

Do you offer lock replacement in Torrance at night?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so we can come to your Torrance home or business at night or on weekends. Call (323) 997-8867 and describe what is going on.
Should I replace my lock or just rekey it?
If the lock is in good working condition and you only need new keys, rekeying is often enough. If the lock is worn, damaged, sticking, or outdated, replacement makes more sense. We will tell you honestly which one fits your situation.
Can you replace the original locks on my historic Old Torrance Craftsman home?
Often, yes. Original mortise hardware can sometimes be rebuilt, or we can discreetly retrofit a modern deadbolt so the historic door keeps its look. We inspect the door first so we do not damage the original wood.
My 1960s Kwikset deadbolt failed. Can you replace it and rekey the house?
Yes. This is common in Southwood and West Torrance tract homes. We can replace the failed deadbolt and key the other doors alike so one key works throughout. Call (323) 997-8867 to get started.
Do you service commercial storefront locks near Del Amo?
Yes. We handle aluminum-storefront mortise cylinders, closers and panic hardware for retail tenants, including after-hours service so your business is not left unsecured.
How much does lock replacement cost?
It depends on the lock grade, how many doors, the condition of the door, and whether it is an emergency call. We do not quote prices on a web page, but call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through the factors for your situation.
Do I need to be home during the replacement?
Someone authorized should be present so we can confirm ownership or permission, check the doors with you and hand over the keys. We can arrange details when you call.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we come to you anywhere in Torrance, including Walteria, Hollywood Riviera and the surrounding ZIP codes.
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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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