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Deadbolt Installation in Calabasas, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company installs and replaces single- and double-cylinder deadbolts throughout Calabasas, California, 24/7. We are fully mobile and come to your door with hardware and tools. For stronger entry doors at your home or rental, call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through the right fit.

  • Mobile to your Calabasas location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A deadbolt is one of the simplest upgrades that makes a front door harder to defeat, but only when it is the right grade, fitted properly, and set into a door and frame that can hold it. In Calabasas, where homes range from Mediterranean and Tuscan tract houses to hillside custom estates and some older 1970s-80s tracts, no two entry doors are quite alike, and the best deadbolt for one may be a poor choice for another.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar's team does this work on site. We are 24/7 and fully mobile, so there is no storefront to visit. We bring the hardware to you, look at the door, and install a new deadbolt where none exists or replace a worn, loose, or outdated one.

Many Calabasas homeowners are also pairing mechanical deadbolts with smart locks, alarms, and gate access. We can install a dependable keyed deadbolt as a backup to electronics, so a dead battery or failed app never leaves you without a way in. We also help with rekeying so new and old locks work on one key.

How it works in Calabasas

  1. 1

    Talk through the door and your goals

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what you have: a bare door, an old deadbolt, a wood, steel, or glass-paneled entry, or a smart lock you want backed up. We discuss single versus double cylinder and what suits how your household uses the door.

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    Inspect the door, strike, and frame

    On site we check door thickness, bore holes, the edge, the strike plate, and the jamb. A strong bolt in a weak frame does little, so we point out anything that should be reinforced.

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    Choose the right deadbolt

    We recommend a grade and style that suit the door, finish, and any existing hardware, so a new deadbolt matches your handle set. If a double-cylinder is requested, we discuss the safety and fire-egress considerations before installing.

  4. 4

    Install, align, and reinforce

    We prepare the door, mount the deadbolt, and fit a proper strike with longer screws into the framing where appropriate. The bolt should throw smoothly and fully, without forcing the door.

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    Test, key, and hand over

    We cycle the lock repeatedly with the door open and closed, confirm the keys work, and can key the new deadbolt to match other locks. You get the keys and a quick walkthrough before we leave.

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What affects the price

  • Whether we are adding a deadbolt to a door with no bore or replacing an existing one, since new drilling takes more work.
  • Lock grade and brand, from standard residential deadbolts to higher-security cylinders with pick and drill resistance.
  • Single versus double cylinder, and whether you want it keyed alike with other locks on the property.
  • Door material and condition, including solid wood, steel, or glass-paneled doors that need special handling.
  • Extras such as strike and frame reinforcement, matching finishes, or fitting several doors in one visit.
  • Time of day and location, since we operate 24/7 and travel to you; we quote before work begins.

Why Calabasas chooses us

  • Fully mobile since 1987, so the work happens at your door instead of a shop.
  • We inspect the frame and strike as part of the job, not just swap the lock body.
  • Comfortable with gated-community homes, smart locks, and alarm integration, and we install mechanical backups that keep working if electronics fail.
  • Honest guidance on double-cylinder deadbolts, including safety concerns, rather than selling the most restrictive option.
  • Rekeying and matching keys in the same visit so you are not carrying extra keys.
  • Available around the clock, including evenings and weekends, for urgent upgrades after a break-in or move.

Deadbolt Installation across Calabasas

Calabasas homes often sit behind layers of access: guard gates in The Oaks, driveway gates in Calabasas Hills, and quiet streets in Mulwood where the front door is the main line of defense. A good deadbolt works alongside those layers. We regularly see Mediterranean and Tuscan entry doors with heavy wood or iron-accented panels, and each needs hardware that fits the door's thickness and style.

For 91302 addresses, we can plan around gatehouse check-in so access is smooth. If you are in a guard-gated community, let the gatehouse know we are coming, or give us the instructions your HOA requires. Hillside custom estates may have several entries, a gate lock, and a safe, so we can look at everything together and decide what to upgrade first. Realtors preparing a gated listing can also have deadbolts replaced or rekeyed before a lockbox is arranged through the HOA.

We travel the area via US-101, Las Virgenes Rd, Calabasas Rd, Mulholland Hwy, and Parkway Calabasas, serving homes from near Old Town Calabasas and Calabasas Lake to residences toward King Gillette Ranch and Malibu Creek State Park. Since we are mobile only, call (323) 997-8867 and we come to you.

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Deadbolt Installation in Calabasas — FAQs

Do you install deadbolts in Calabasas at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and we will discuss your door and arrange the installation.
Should I choose a single- or double-cylinder deadbolt?
Single-cylinder uses a thumbturn inside and is the usual choice because you can exit quickly. Double-cylinder needs a key on both sides, which may suit doors with glass nearby but can slow exit in an emergency. We explain the tradeoffs and local code concerns so you can decide.
Can you add a deadbolt to a door that has none?
Usually yes. We check the door's thickness and condition, drill the proper holes, and install a deadbolt with a solid strike. Some hollow or damaged doors may need reinforcement or replacement.
I have a smart lock. Do I still need a deadbolt?
A mechanical deadbolt is a useful backup if batteries die or the electronics fail. We can install one alongside smart hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your setup.
Can you work in a guard-gated community like The Oaks?
Yes. We coordinate with the gatehouse the way your HOA requires. Let them know to expect us, or share any special instructions when you call.
Will the new deadbolt match my existing keys?
We can key the new deadbolt to match your other locks, or rekey existing ones, so you carry fewer keys.
Do you also reinforce the door frame?
Yes. We can install a stronger strike plate with longer screws into the framing. This often matters as much as the deadbolt itself.
How is the price determined?
It depends on whether it is a new install or replacement, lock grade, door material, and extras like rekeying or reinforcement. We give you a clear quote before starting; 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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