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High Security Locks in Burbank, California

Crenshaw Lock Company installs pick-, bump- and drill-resistant high security locks and restricted keys throughout Burbank, California. We are a fully mobile locksmith available 24/7, so we come to your home, office or property. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through what your doors need.

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A standard keyed deadbolt is built to a price, and many of them can be defeated by a patient person with a pick set, a bump key or a cordless drill. High security locks are built differently. They use tighter tolerances, hardened steel inserts, security pins and restricted keyways so that the common methods of forced or covert entry take far longer, or simply do not work. For some Burbank properties that extra margin is a reasonable upgrade. For others, such as studio-adjacent offices, it is close to a requirement.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar has seen how much the right lock depends on the door it goes on. A 1930s Spanish bungalow, a gated horse property and a production office all have different needs, and the strongest cylinder in the world does little if it is mounted in a weak strike plate or a hollow frame. We look at the whole opening, not only the cylinder.

We are mobile only, with no storefront, so everything happens at your location. We assess the doors, explain the options in plain language, install the hardware, and cut keys that cannot be casually copied. If you are not sure whether you need high security hardware at all, we will tell you honestly.

How it works in Burbank

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    Talk through the risk and the doors

    We start with a call to (323) 997-8867 and ask what you are protecting, who has had keys, and whether there has been a break-in or a lost key. That tells us whether you need a restricted-keyway cylinder, a full Grade-1 deadbolt, or something more involved like master keying.

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    Inspect the whole opening

    On site we check the door material, frame, strike plate, hinges and existing hardware. A pick-resistant cylinder will not help much if the frame can be spread with a pry bar, so we flag weak points and explain what can be reinforced.

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    Choose the lock and key control level

    We explain the difference between pick- and bump-resistant cylinders, drill-resistant hardened inserts, and restricted keyways where key blanks are controlled. You decide how much key control you want, from a simple upgrade to a patent-protected system where duplicates require authorization.

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    Install without damaging the door

    We fit the hardware cleanly, using existing bore holes where possible. This matters on older doors, such as vintage bungalow doors, where we work to preserve original character while adding modern security.

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    Test, cut keys and hand over

    We test the latch, bolt throw and key operation, make sure the door closes and locks smoothly, and hand over your keys along with any key-card or authorization details. We explain how to request additional keys properly.

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What affects the price

  • The lock system you choose: a single high-security deadbolt cylinder differs from a full system with restricted keyways and key control.
  • Condition and type of the door and frame, since reinforcement, strike plate upgrades or special boring on older or aluminum storefront doors add work.
  • Number of openings and whether you want them keyed alike or on a master key system.
  • The level of key control you want, such as restricted blanks that require authorization for duplicates.
  • Whether the work is done during regular hours or as an after-hours or emergency call, since we are available 24/7.
  • Special hardware needs, such as weather-resistant padlocks and gate hardware for outdoor or barn applications.

Why Burbank chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we bring the tools and hardware to your door, with no storefront visit required.
  • In business in Greater Los Angeles since 1987, with owner David Shar personally involved in the work.
  • We assess the door and frame, not just the cylinder, so you do not pay for a strong lock in a weak opening.
  • Careful installation on older doors, including vintage mortise doors, so original woodwork is respected.
  • Honest recommendations: if a standard Grade-1 deadbolt is enough for your situation, we will say so.
  • Available around the clock, which matters when a lock must be changed right after a break-in or staff change.

High Security Locks across Burbank

Burbank has a wide range of buildings, and each calls for a different approach. In Magnolia Park, many 1920s to 1940s Spanish and California bungalows still carry original mortise and skeleton-key hardware. An owner there might want the vintage lock rekeyed for character while a modern Grade-1 high security deadbolt is added, without altering the door's appearance. Homes near Magnolia Boulevard's antique row, in ZIP code 91505 and nearby 91506, are good examples. The 1950s ranch tracts around town usually have standard builder-grade deadbolts that are straightforward to upgrade.

The Rancho District is a different story. Its equestrian properties have gates, barns, stables and tack rooms where weather, dust and corrosion wear out ordinary hardware. We can replace worn driveway gate locks and corroded padlocks with sturdier, more pick- and drill-resistant options suited to outdoor use. Valuable tack and equipment often justify a better lock than a hardware-store padlock.

In the Media District, around Olive Avenue, Hollywood Way and San Fernando Boulevard, production offices and aluminum-storefront commercial strips need key control, master keying and rekeying after crew turnover. With Warner Bros. Studios, Walt Disney Studios and Hollywood Burbank Airport nearby, many businesses in ZIP codes like 91505, 91522 and 91521 deal with access and confidentiality concerns. Whether you are off the I-5, near the SR-134, or along Victory Boulevard, we come to you at any hour. Call (323) 997-8867.

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High Security Locks in Burbank — FAQs

What makes a lock "high security"?
High security locks resist common attacks such as picking, bumping and drilling. They typically use hardened steel inserts, tighter tolerances, security pins and restricted keyways. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can explain which features fit your Burbank property.
Can you add a high security deadbolt to a vintage Magnolia Park bungalow door?
Usually yes. We can often rekey the original mortise lock for its character and add a modern Grade-1 deadbolt using careful installation, so the door's vintage appearance is preserved as much as possible.
What are restricted keys?
Restricted keys use key blanks that are controlled, so copies cannot be made at just any hardware store. That helps prevent unauthorized duplicates, which is useful for offices, rentals and any place with changing staff.
Do high security locks help if my door frame is weak?
Only partly. A strong cylinder cannot compensate for a weak frame or strike plate. That is why we inspect the whole opening and recommend reinforcement where it makes sense.
Can you secure a horse property in the Rancho District?
Yes. We can replace corroded tack-room padlocks and worn driveway gate locks with hardware better suited to outdoor conditions. For a quote or advice, call (323) 997-8867.
Can you master-key a production office in the Media District?
Yes. We can set up master key systems and rekey locks after crew turnover so former staff no longer have working keys. We recommend deciding up front who needs access to which doors.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7 and fully mobile, serving Burbank and the rest of Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County.
Do I need to come to a shop?
No. We have no storefront. All assessment, installation and key cutting happens 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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