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Lock Rekeying in West Covina, California

Crenshaw Lock Company offers mobile lock rekeying in West Covina, California, 24/7. We come to your home, apartment, or business and change your lock cylinders so old keys no longer work. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a locksmith about your doors.

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  • Price quoted before we start
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Rekeying is the quickest way to take back control of who can open your doors. Instead of replacing hardware, we change the internal pin configuration of your existing cylinders so a new key works and every previous key becomes useless. It suits a new home purchase, a roommate or tenant moving out, a lost key ring, or a contractor or ex-partner who once had access.

West Covina has a lot of homes where this makes sense. Much of the city is post-war tract housing from the 1950s and 60s, and many of those houses have changed hands several times, with copies of the original keys floating around for decades. Rekeying lets a new owner start fresh without paying to replace perfectly good locks.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead tech David Shar. We are fully mobile, with no storefront to visit. We bring the tools and key blanks to your door, whether that is a house near Cortez Park, an apartment off Azusa Ave, or a suite near the medical district.

How it works in West Covina

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    Call and describe the job

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us how many doors and what kind of locks you have: front deadbolt, knob sets, side gate, garage entry. Mention the brand if you know it. We are available 24/7, so a late-night call after a move or a lost key is fine.

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    We come to you

    Because we are fully mobile, the work happens at your property. There is no need to drive anywhere or remove hardware yourself. We will confirm the address and which doors are involved before we begin.

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    Inspect each lock

    We check that every cylinder is in good working order and identify the brand and keyway. Rekeying only makes sense on sound hardware. If a lock is worn, damaged, or low quality, we will tell you plainly and explain whether replacement is the better choice.

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    Rekey the cylinders

    We remove the cylinder, replace the pins to match a new key, and reassemble it. We can key multiple doors alike so you carry one key for the front door, back door, and gate where the hardware allows.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We test each new key several times, confirm the old key no longer turns the lock, and check that the bolt throws smoothly. You get your new keys, and we can cut extra copies on the spot.

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What affects the price

  • The number of cylinders being rekeyed, since each lock needs its own pin work
  • Whether you want all doors keyed alike or each lock on its own key
  • The brand and type of lock, as some high-security or restricted keyways need special parts
  • Whether any lock is worn or damaged and needs repair or replacement rather than a simple rekey
  • How many extra keys you want cut
  • The time of day and location of the service call, given that we operate around the clock

Why West Covina chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: the work is done at your door, with no storefront trip and no dropping off hardware
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work, so experience comes with every call
  • Honest advice on rekey versus replace: if your locks are sound, we rekey rather than sell you new hardware
  • Comfortable with a range of housing, from tract-home deadbolts to higher-end hardware on hillside homes
  • Same-visit testing so you know the old keys are dead before we leave
  • Available 24/7, including after hours when a move-in, turnover, or lost key can't wait

Lock Rekeying across West Covina

West Covina is large and varied, and rekeying needs vary with it. In the tract neighborhoods of 91790 and 91791, many homes date from the 1950s and 60s and still have builder-grade knob sets and deadbolts that have passed through multiple owners. A rekey is an inexpensive way to be certain nobody from the past still holds a working key.

In South Hills, between the I-10 and SR-60 freeways, many view homes have upgraded hardware, and some sit in gated areas. Here we often rekey quality deadbolts to preserve the hardware, or advise on a high-security deadbolt upgrade where it makes sense. Woodside Village and the neighborhoods in 91792 and 91793 have their own mix of single-family homes and condos, and we handle those the same way.

Apartment complexes along Azusa Ave, Amar Rd, and Vincent Ave generate steady turnover work, and property managers often need several units rekeyed between tenants. We also serve businesses around Plaza West Covina, the Eastland Center, and the medical district near Emanate Health Queen of the Valley Hospital. Call (323) 997-8867 wherever you are in the city.

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Lock Rekeying in West Covina — FAQs

What does rekeying a lock actually do?
Rekeying changes the pins inside the lock cylinder so a new key operates it and the old keys no longer work. The lock hardware itself stays in place. It is a good fit after buying a home or losing a key.
Should I rekey or replace my locks?
If your locks are in good condition, rekeying is usually enough to cut off old keys. Replacement makes sense for worn, damaged, or low-quality hardware, or if you want an upgrade. We will give you an honest recommendation. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss it.
Do I need to rekey after buying a home in West Covina?
It is strongly recommended. You can't know how many copies of the old keys exist among prior owners, tenants, agents, or contractors. Rekeying right after closing is a simple way to start fresh.
Can you make all my doors work with one key?
In most cases yes, as long as the locks are compatible with the same keyway. We can key the front door, back door, and other entries alike so you carry fewer keys.
Do you rekey apartment units between tenants?
Yes. We handle turnover rekeys for individual renters and property managers, including multiple units at a complex. Call (323) 997-8867 to set up the work.
Do I have to come to a shop?
No. We are fully mobile and have no storefront. We do the work at your home, apartment, or business.
Can you rekey locks at a commercial space near Plaza West Covina or Eastland Center?
Yes, we handle storefront and office cylinders as well as residential ones. Tell us what type of locks you have when you call.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. If you need a rekey after 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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