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Lock Installation in Artesia, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock installation in Artesia, California, for new doors and for openings that never had a lock. We are available 24/7 and come to your home or business. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door and get started.

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Installing a lock where there was none is a different job from swapping an old one. The door has to be measured, bored and fitted correctly, and the hardware has to suit what the door is made of and what it protects. In Artesia that range is wide, from a new side door on a compact post-war house to a storage room door behind a Pioneer Boulevard shop.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit; we bring tools and hardware to your door, which suits a city where many people are juggling a shop, a family or a commute on SR-91.

This page explains how a lock installation goes, what affects the cost, and what is particular about doing it in Artesia. If you already know what you need, call (323) 997-8867 any hour and we will talk it through.

How it works in Artesia

  1. 1

    Talk through the door and the need

    We start by learning what the door is for: a new entry, a garage side door, a back room, a gate or a stockroom. We ask about door material, thickness and whether anyone needs to share keys. This lets us bring suitable hardware.

  2. 2

    Inspect the opening on site

    At your property we check the door and frame. Solid wood, hollow-core, metal and aluminum storefront doors each take locks differently, and a weak frame can undermine a good lock, so we point out problems before drilling.

  3. 3

    Choose the right hardware

    We recommend a lock type matched to the use: a deadbolt for a house, a heavier commercial cylinder for a high-traffic shop door, or a keypad where key control is hard. You decide; we explain the tradeoffs plainly.

  4. 4

    Prepare and fit the door

    We mark, bore and mortise the door to the hardware's specifications, then install the lock, strike plate and reinforcement as needed. Clean, accurate boring is what makes a new lock feel smooth rather than sticky.

  5. 5

    Test and hand over keys

    We cycle the lock repeatedly with the door open and closed, check alignment with the strike, and confirm every key works. We hand over the keys and show you how everything operates before we leave.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock chosen, from a basic residential deadbolt to a high-security or commercial-grade cylinder.
  • Door material and condition, since metal, solid wood and storefront doors require different prep and tools.
  • Whether the door is already bored or needs new holes cut, which changes the amount of work.
  • Frame and strike reinforcement, which may be advisable on older or worn frames.
  • The number of locks and whether they must be keyed alike for convenience.
  • Time of day, since we answer around the clock and after-hours calls can differ from scheduled work.

Why Artesia chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to the door, so the installation is done where the lock will actually live and can be tested in place.
  • Serving the region since 1987, with owner and lead tech David Shar guiding the work.
  • Available 24/7, so a door left unsecured after a break-in or a new build can be dealt with when it matters.
  • Experience with both small residential doors and commercial doors, including shop and gate hardware common to busy retail strips.
  • We explain options and tradeoffs without pushing the most expensive hardware, and we point out frame weaknesses honestly.

Lock Installation across Artesia

Artesia began as a small dairy town, and its residential core still shows it: modest post-war single-family homes on compact lots, many near Gridley Road and South Street. Those houses often have a side or rear door added over the years, a converted garage entry, or an original lock that has simply worn out. A properly fitted deadbolt on these doors is one of the most practical upgrades a homeowner can make. Downtown Artesia and the streets around Artesia Park have the same mix of older doors and newer additions.

The Little India district on Pioneer Boulevard is a different environment. Jewelry shops, groceries, restaurants and clothing stores need locks that stand up to heavy daily use and to attempted break-ins. A new stockroom door, an office, or a reinforced roll-down gate may call for commercial cylinders or high-security hardware. When staff change, a business may also want fresh keying on new installs so old keys stop working.

We serve addresses across ZIP codes 90701 and 90702, from homes near the Artesia Historical Museum and DES Portuguese Hall to storefronts along Pioneer Boulevard, with SR-91 close by. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the door and the address; we will plan the installation around it.

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Lock Installation in Artesia — FAQs

What is the difference between lock installation and a lock replacement?
Installation means fitting a lock on a door that has none or has never been bored for one, so the door must be prepared. Replacement swaps hardware in an existing hole. If you are unsure which applies, call (323) 997-8867 and we will help sort it out.
Can you install locks on a new door in an Artesia home?
Yes. We install deadbolts and knob or lever sets on new interior and exterior doors, including added side doors and converted garage entries. We check the door and frame first so the lock sits correctly.
Do you install locks for Pioneer Boulevard businesses?
Yes. We can fit commercial cylinders and higher-security hardware on stockroom, office and back doors. For a roll-down gate or safe-related needs, describe the setup when you call and we will advise what is suitable.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. If a door has been left unsecured, call (323) 997-8867 at any hour and we will talk through the next step.
Do I need to buy the lock first?
You do not have to. We can bring hardware suited to your door and explain the options. If you already have a lock you prefer, tell us and we will check it fits your door before installing.
Can new locks be keyed to match my existing ones?
In many cases yes, depending on the brand and keyway. Keying alike means one key for several doors. Mention it when you call so we bring compatible hardware.
Will installing a lock damage my door?
Installation requires boring holes, but done properly it is clean and precise. We measure first and protect the finish where we can. We will tell you beforehand if a door is too thin or damaged for the lock you want.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are fully mobile and come to you in Artesia. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe the job and arrange service at your location.
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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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