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Lock Rekeying in Valley Glen, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock rekeying in Valley Glen, California, 24/7. We come to your home, rental, or condo and rekey your existing locks so old keys stop working. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule a rekey after a move, a sale, or a tenant change.

  • Mobile to your Valley Glen location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Rekeying is one of the most practical security steps you can take when a property changes hands. Instead of replacing hardware, we change the internal pin configuration of the lock cylinder so the old keys no longer turn it. The locks stay in place, the doors look the same, and anyone who held a previous key, whether a former owner, a past tenant, a contractor, or a relative, is shut out.

In Valley Glen, the need shows up in a few predictable ways. Many homes here are 1940s and 1950s single-family ranch and traditional houses on tree-lined streets, and when one sells, buyers often want every exterior door on a single key. Near Los Angeles Valley College and along Burbank Boulevard, rental houses, condos, and townhomes turn over between occupants and need their locks reset between each one.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar built the business around fully mobile service. There is no shop to drive to. We bring the tools and cylinders to your door, do the work on site, and test every lock before we leave.

How it works in Valley Glen

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    Call and describe the job

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us how many doors you have, what kind of locks are on them, and why you want a rekey. A move-in, a sale, a tenant turnover, and a lost key each call for slightly different handling, so we plan accordingly.

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    We come to you

    Our service is fully mobile and available around the clock, so we meet you at the property in Valley Glen. There is no storefront to visit. We confirm which locks you want rekeyed and check their condition.

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    Cylinders are removed and reset

    We take each lock cylinder apart and replace its pins to match a new key. Deadbolts, knob locks, and lever sets on the same property can be set to the same key (key-alike) so one key works everywhere, or kept separate if you prefer.

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    New keys are cut and tested

    We cut new keys and test them in every lock, checking that each bolt throws smoothly and the door latches properly. We also confirm the old keys no longer turn the cylinders.

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    Hardware check and upgrade options

    While the lock is open we note any worn parts. If a knob lock is tired or a deadbolt is loose, we can discuss repair, a graded deadbolt, or a smart-lock installation, but nothing is added without your approval.

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What affects the price

  • The number of cylinders to rekey, since each door and lock adds work.
  • Whether you want everything keyed alike or each lock on its own key.
  • The brand and condition of the existing locks, as some are easier to rekey than others and worn ones may be better replaced.
  • The number of keys you need cut.
  • The time of day or night you call, since we are available 24/7.
  • Any add-ons you choose, such as a deadbolt upgrade or smart-lock installation.

Why Valley Glen chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to your Valley Glen home, condo, or rental, and there is no shop for you to visit.
  • In business since 1987, with owner and lead tech David Shar leading the work.
  • Key-alike rekeying suited to resale homes, so you carry one key for the front, back, and side doors.
  • Straight advice on rekey versus replace: if your hardware is sound we rekey it, and if it is worn we say so.
  • 24/7 availability for urgent situations like a lockout or a lost set of keys.
  • Clear communication about what affects the price before work begins, with no surprise add-ons.

Lock Rekeying across Valley Glen

Valley Glen was carved out of Van Nuys and North Hollywood and became recognized as its own community in the late 1990s. Much of it is quiet, stable, owner-occupied streets of 1940s and 1950s ranch and traditional homes, and resale is a steady driver of our rekey work here. A typical call is a buyer on a 1950s ranch near Los Angeles Valley College who wants every exterior lock keyed alike and a smart lock on the front door. We serve addresses throughout 91401, 91405, and 91606.

The college district brings a different pattern. Student-adjacent rentals and apartments around Los Angeles Valley College change hands often, and landlords and tenants alike want the locks reset between occupants so earlier keys stop working. Condos and townhomes off Burbank Boulevard also come up regularly, sometimes starting as a lockout and ending with a worn knob lock replaced by a graded deadbolt.

From the Tujunga Wash and Great Wall corridor to Valley Glen Community Park, and along Victory Boulevard, Oxnard Street, Coldwater Canyon Avenue, and CA-170, we travel to you at any hour. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through the property before we arrive.

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Lock Rekeying in Valley Glen — FAQs

What is the difference between rekeying and changing locks?
Rekeying changes the inside of the existing cylinder so a new key works and old keys do not. Changing locks replaces the hardware itself. If your locks are in good shape, rekeying is usually the simpler option. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through which suits your doors.
Should I rekey after buying a home in Valley Glen?
Yes, it is a sensible first step. You cannot know who still has keys to a house, whether former owners, agents, or contractors. Rekeying makes all previous keys useless, and many buyers of 1950s ranch homes also ask for every exterior door to be keyed alike.
Can all my doors use the same key?
Usually yes. Key-alike rekeying sets the front, back, side, and garage-entry locks to one key, as long as the locks are compatible. We check this on site and tell you if any lock should be replaced instead.
I rent out a place near Los Angeles Valley College. Should I rekey between tenants?
It is a common practice, since previous occupants may keep copies of their keys. Rekeying between occupants is quicker than replacing hardware and keeps the locks consistent. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule a turnover rekey.
Do you have a shop I can come to?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile and comes to your location in Valley Glen. There is no storefront to visit.
Can you rekey at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will arrange service.
Can a worn or damaged lock be rekeyed?
Sometimes, but not always. If the cylinder is badly worn or the lock is loose, rekeying may not be reliable, and we will say so. In that case we can suggest a replacement, such as a graded deadbolt.
Can you add a smart lock while rekeying?
Yes. Many homeowners rekey the other exterior doors and install a smart lock on the front door in the same visit. We can discuss compatible options at your property.
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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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