Non-destructive entry first, always - and we re-key Schlage, Kwikset, and Baldwin locks on the spot while you watch
You get a price before we start. It does not change when we arrive. No surprises.
Trusted Lock Installation & Rekey for Long Beach Homeowners
Lock installation and rekey in Long Beach typically costs $85-$280 per door depending on hardware grade, with most residential rekeys completed in under an hour and new lock installations scheduled same-day or next-day. For detailed pricing, see our Lock Installation & Rekey cost guide. Novak Lock & Security has installed or serviced over 60,000 locks, keys, and systems since 2002, every one starting with a written price and ending with a documented photo record. We’re based in Long Beach and dispatch background-checked, uniformed technicians to homes from Belmont Shore to Bixby Knolls and across the metro area. Call (424) 340-6795 and a live person will answer, 24 hours a day.
What Our Lock Installation & Rekey Service Includes
Smart Lock Installation
Smart locks connect to your home’s Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, allowing keyless entry through a phone app, temporary access codes for guests, and activity logs showing who entered and when. In Long Beach, we see strong demand in the Alamitos Beach and Naples neighborhoods where homeowners want to manage access for rental units or service providers without copying physical keys. Novak Lock & Security installs and configures smart locks from Schlage, Yale, and other major brands, tests the app integration on-site, and provides a written walkthrough of the features before we leave. We also document the installation with a photo record and back it with our 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Keyless Entry
Keyless entry systems replace traditional keyed cylinders with push-button or touchscreen combinations, eliminating the risk of lost keys while maintaining physical hardware security. This is a practical upgrade for Long Beach families with children who lose keys, or for side doors and garage entries that see heavy use. We assess your door prep, the backset measurement, and the strike plate condition before recommending a model, then install and test every code function. Haven Standard Clause 1 applies: the price we quote on the phone is the price on the invoice, with no call-out surcharge added.
Keypad Lock
Keypad locks are standalone electronic devices with numbered buttons, running on batteries and storing multiple user codes independently of a smartphone or home network. They’re reliable in Long Beach’s coastal climate where salt air can corrode cheaper mechanical components, and they work well for rental properties in areas like the East Village Arts District where tenant turnover is frequent. Novak Lock & Security stocks keypad models from Schlage and Baldwin with weather-resistant housings, programs your master and guest codes during installation, and shows you how to add or delete users. Every keypad lock we install receives a written scope, a photo record, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Biometric Lock
Biometric locks use fingerprint recognition to grant access, storing authorized prints locally on the device without transmitting biometric data to external servers. These suit Long Beach homeowners who want maximum convenience for primary entry doors without carrying any credential, physical or digital. We install biometric locks that meet ANSI Grade 2 or Grade 1 security standards, enroll your fingerprints on-site, and test recognition accuracy under various conditions including wet fingers. Because biometric hardware requires precise door prep and alignment, we measure and document the installation with the same photo record included on every Novak visit.
Electronic Lock
Electronic locks encompass hardwired systems that integrate with access control panels, as well as battery-powered standalone units with features like auto-lock, audit trails, and scheduled access windows. In Long Beach’s commercial corridors along Pacific Coast Highway and in mixed-use buildings downtown, we install electronic locks for property managers who need centralized control over multiple units. Novak Lock & Security’s technicians are factory-authorized on premium brands including Mul-T-Lock and Sargent, and we quote every electronic lock installation in writing before dispatch, including labor, hardware, and any low-voltage wiring required.
Key Duplication
Key duplication creates working copies from an existing key using precision cutting machines calibrated to the original’s bitting code. We duplicate standard residential keys, high-security keys with restricted keyways, and automotive transponder keys at our Long Beach facility. For Mul-T-Lock and Abloy high-security keys, duplication requires authorization verification and specialized equipment that most hardware stores don’t carry; we maintain the necessary key blanks and cutting machines on-site. Every duplicated key is tested in the lock before you leave, and we document the service with a receipt showing the key code for future reference.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service for Lock Installation & Rekey
We’ve serviced hundreds of Schlage residential and commercial locksets across Long Beach, from the entry-grade Plymouth and Georgian lines installed in 1960s ranch homes to the Connect Smart Deadbolts going into new construction in the Marina Pacifica area. Our technicians stock Schlage OEM parts including cylinders, latches, and strike plates, and we can rekey Schlage SmartKey cylinders on-site or convert them to standard pin-tumbler systems if the homeowner prefers traditional keying.
Mul-T-Lock’s high-security cylinders, with their telescoping pin design and restricted key duplication, require specialized pinning kits and factory authorization to service properly. We’ve installed Mul-T-Lock Interactive and MT5+ systems in Long Beach commercial properties and residential upgrades where key control is critical. For Sargent, we handle the 10-line cylindrical locks common in office buildings and the 8200 mortise series found in older commercial cores near downtown. Whether you have Schlage, Mul-T-Lock, Sargent, or any other make, we can help. Our inventory includes Abloy Protec2 cylinders as well, and we maintain direct supplier relationships to source parts that aren’t standard stock.
Signs You Need Lock Installation & Rekey Right Now
- Your key sticks, jams, or requires jiggling to turn. This usually indicates worn pins inside the cylinder or a key that has been duplicated too many times from a worn original. In Long Beach’s older neighborhoods like California Heights and Wrigley, we regularly find 40-year-old cylinders with brass pins worn to half their original diameter, a condition that leaves the lock vulnerable to picking and will eventually fail completely.
- You’ve moved into a new home and don’t know who has keys. Previous owners, contractors, real estate agents, cleaning services, and neighbors may all possess working copies. Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration so old keys no longer operate the lock, a 30-minute procedure that costs a fraction of full replacement and restores key control immediately.
- A roommate, tenant, or former partner moved out and kept a key. Even amicable separations create security gaps when physical credentials remain unaccounted for. We rekey Long Beach rental units weekly in situations where the landlord or remaining occupant needs certainty about who can enter.
- The lock shows visible corrosion or the finish is flaking off. Coastal salt air accelerates metal degradation, and once corrosion reaches the internal mechanism, smooth operation and security are both compromised. We’ve replaced locks in Belmont Shore and Peninsula homes where salt spray had fused the cylinder plug to the housing.
- You want all doors to operate with a single key. Keying alike matches the pin configurations across multiple locks so one key opens every door. This convenience upgrade requires precise pinning and is best performed by a technician with a full pinning kit on-site, not a hardware store counter with limited key blank selection.
Our Lock Installation & Rekey Process - Step by Step
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Call and receive a written price before dispatch. When you call (424) 340-6795, a live person answers and asks about your lock type, door material, and what you’re trying to accomplish. We quote a firm price based on that information, enter it into our dispatch system, and the technician is contractually prohibited from changing it at your door. Haven Standard Clause 1 has governed every Novak call since 2002.
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Technician arrives with documented credentials. Your technician arrives in a marked van, in uniform, with a photo ID verifying background check completion. We email you the technician’s name and photo before arrival so you know who to expect. This is standard procedure, not an upgrade.
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On-site inspection and confirmation. The technician examines your existing hardware, measures backset and door thickness, and confirms the scope matches what was quoted. If we find unexpected conditions, like a door that was improperly prepped by a previous installer, we explain the situation and quote any additional work in writing before proceeding.
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Installation or rekey with documented procedures. For rekeys, we remove the cylinder, replace the bottom pins to match your new key’s bitting, and test operation with the old key to confirm it no longer works. For installations, we mortise or bore as needed, install the new lockset to manufacturer specification, and test all functions including the deadbolt throw, latch retraction, and strike alignment.
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Final documentation and walkthrough. You receive a written invoice matching the phone quote, a photo record of the completed work, and a warranty document stating the 365-Day Done Right Promise. The technician demonstrates the new or rekeyed lock, answers your questions, and leaves only when you’re satisfied with the function and the documentation.
How Much Does Lock Installation & Rekey Cost in Long Beach?
A typical residential rekey in Long Beach runs $85-$145 per cylinder, with most homes requiring two to four cylinders for full coverage. New lock installation ranges from $140-$280 per door for standard Grade 2 cylindrical locks, and $220-$450 for high-security deadbolts from Mul-T-Lock or Abloy including the hardware. Smart lock installation typically falls between $180-$340 depending on whether additional door prep or Wi-Fi extender configuration is needed. Electronic lock systems for commercial properties are quoted individually based on the number of doors, wiring requirements, and integration with existing access control panels.
Several factors affect your final price. Door condition matters: a solid-core door in good shape installs quickly, while a hollow-core door with stripped screw holes or a misaligned strike requires additional labor to reinforce. Hardware grade is the other major variable; Grade 3 residential locks cost less but wear faster, while Grade 1 commercial hardware lasts decades with proper maintenance. We stock multiple grades and explain the trade-offs so you choose based on actual need, not upsell pressure.
To avoid overpaying, get any competitor’s estimate in writing and bring it to us for a free second opinion. We review the scope, hardware specifications, and labor line items at no charge. Our estimate includes everything: hardware, labor, trip charge, and the photo record. There is no call-out surcharge added when we arrive, and the price on the phone is the price on the invoice. Haven Standard Clause 1.
Lock Installation & Rekey Near Long Beach - Our Service Area
We dispatch from our Long Beach location to homes and businesses throughout the metro area. Typical response times are 20-35 minutes for Lock Installation & Rekey in Bellflower, 25-40 minutes for Carson and Compton, and 30-45 minutes for Norwalk, Downey, and Buena Park. We also serve San Pedro, Gardena, Torrance, Garden Grove, and Huntington Beach on scheduled appointments with firm arrival windows. Whether you’re in the Belmont Heights historic district or a new build in Bixby Knolls, the same technician standards and written pricing apply. For Lock Installation & Rekey in Carson or surrounding areas, call (424) 340-6795 for scheduling.
Serving Long Beach, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Long Beach area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Lock Installation & Rekey in Long Beach
Lock installation replaces an entire lockset with new hardware; rekeying changes the internal pin configuration of an existing lock so old keys no longer work while the hardware stays in place. Rekeying is faster and less expensive when your locks are in good condition but key control has been lost. Installation is appropriate when hardware is worn, outdated, or doesn’t meet your security needs. Novak Lock & Security assesses your existing locks on-site and recommends the appropriate service based on condition and your goals. We also provide Lock Installation & Rekey in San Pedro for neighboring communities.
Most residential rekeys take 15-30 minutes per cylinder, so a standard home with three or four locks is typically finished in under an hour. New lock installation requires 45-90 minutes per door depending on whether the door prep matches the new hardware or requires modification. Smart lock and electronic lock installations can take 60-120 minutes including app setup, code programming, and user training. We quote time estimates along with price when you call (424) 340-6795.
Residential rekeying in Long Beach runs $85-$145 per cylinder, standard lock installation $140-$280 per door, and high-security or smart lock installation $180-$450 depending on hardware and prep requirements. See our Lock Installation & Rekey in Long Beach for more details on what’s included. The price we quote on the phone includes all labor, hardware, and the trip charge; the technician cannot add fees on arrival. For an exact quote based on your specific doors and locks, call (424) 340-6795 - estimates are free and come with no obligation.
Yes. We are factory-authorized for Schlage, Mul-T-Lock, Sargent, Abloy, Baldwin, and Medeco, and we stock OEM parts and key blanks for all of them. Our technicians carry pinning kits for Schlage and Mul-T-Lock on every truck, and we maintain direct supplier relationships for parts that aren’t standard inventory. Even if your lock brand isn’t listed here, we can likely service it; call (424) 340-6795 with the manufacturer name and model number if visible.
Yes. Calls are answered by a live person 24 hours a day, and we dispatch for emergencies including lockouts, break-in damage requiring immediate replacement, and situations where key security has been compromised. Emergency response carries the same written pricing guarantee: we quote a firm price before dispatch, and the technician cannot change it. Response times in Long Beach typically range from 15-30 minutes depending on traffic and your location.
Every lock installation and rekey is backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the lock doesn’t function as intended within one year of service, we return and make it right at no charge. This covers both labor and the hardware we supplied. The promise is documented in writing on every invoice, and claims are handled by calling (424) 340-6795 - a live person answers, and we schedule warranty calls with priority dispatch.
Ensure someone 18 or older is present to grant access and sign the work authorization. Gather any existing keys, including copies you want to retain or discontinue. For smart lock installations, have your Wi-Fi network name and password available, and ensure your router reaches the door location with adequate signal strength. If you’re rekeying to match a specific key, have that key ready for the technician to measure. We’ll handle everything else, including cleanup and documentation, when we arrive.
Schedule Your Lock Installation & Rekey Service in Long Beach Today
Call (424) 340-6795 now and a live person will answer, 24 hours a day. We’ll ask about your locks, quote a firm price in writing before any dispatch, and send a background-checked, uniformed technician with the parts and tools to complete the job in one visit. The price on the phone is the price on the invoice. Haven Standard Clause 1. No obligation until you approve the written scope.
Written by Daniel Novak, Owner at Novak Lock & Security, serving Long Beach since 2002.