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High Security Locks in Canoga Park, California

Crenshaw Lock Company installs pick-, bump- and drill-resistant high security locks and restricted keys throughout Canoga Park, California. We are a fully mobile locksmith available 24/7, and we come to your home or business. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door and your needs.

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A high security lock is not simply a more expensive deadbolt. It is built to resist the specific ways doors actually get defeated: picking, bumping, drilling, and forced removal of the cylinder. Many models also use restricted keyways, so copies cannot be cut at a hardware store kiosk without authorization. In Canoga Park, where so many doors still carry worn builder-grade hardware from decades ago, the upgrade can be significant.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar has spent those years learning how different buildings hold hardware. Canoga Park is a good example of the variety. You have 1910s-1930s Owensmouth-era bungalows, 1950s-60s tract homes, dingbat apartments, courtyard apartments, and mid-century aluminum-storefront retail along Sherman Way. Each of these calls for a different approach.

We are mobile only. There is no storefront to visit. We bring the hardware, the tools, and the key-cutting capability to your door, assess what you have, and recommend what makes sense. If a high security cylinder is more than you need, we will say so. If your door, strike plate, or frame is the weak link, we will tell you that too, because the best lock in the world does little in a weak jamb.

How it works in Canoga Park

  1. 1

    Talk through the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour. We ask about the door, the building, who has keys now, and what prompted the upgrade, such as a break-in, a move, a tenant change, or employee turnover.

  2. 2

    Assess the door and frame

    On site, we look at the lock, the door thickness and material, the strike plate, and the frame. A high security cylinder is only as strong as what surrounds it, so we point out weak screws, thin strikes, or split jambs.

  3. 3

    Choose the right level of protection

    We explain the options: pick-, bump- and drill-resistant cylinders, restricted keyways with controlled key duplication, and how they differ from standard grade hardware. You decide what fits your budget and risk.

  4. 4

    Install and fit the hardware

    We install the new lock, reinforce the strike and frame where needed, and make sure the bolt throws smoothly and fully. On older doors we work carefully to avoid damaging original trim.

  5. 5

    Cut and test keys

    We cut your keys, test every one in the lock, and confirm the door locks and unlocks properly from both sides. For businesses, we can set up a key plan with separate or master-level access.

  6. 6

    Review key control

    We explain how restricted keys are duplicated, where to store the key card or authorization, and how to handle lost keys so access stays under your control.

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What affects the price

  • The type and grade of lock chosen, since pick-, bump- and drill-resistant cylinders vary widely in construction and key control features.
  • How many doors or cylinders are being upgraded, and whether they can all be keyed alike.
  • The condition of the door, strike plate, and frame, and whether reinforcement is advisable.
  • Whether the door is older or specialty hardware, such as a vintage mortise lock or storefront aluminum door, that needs a particular cylinder or adaptation.
  • The number of restricted keys needed and whether a master-key or multi-level access system is involved.
  • The time of day of the visit, since we operate 24/7 and after-hours service can differ from scheduled daytime work.

Why Canoga Park chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so the work happens at your door with no need to bring hardware anywhere.
  • Operating since 1987, with the owner, David Shar, as lead tech rather than a rotating roster of strangers.
  • Honest assessment of the door and frame, including telling you when a lesser upgrade is enough.
  • Experience with older Valley housing, including pre-1960 mortise locks and worn builder-grade deadbolts in rental stock.
  • Comfort with commercial setups like aluminum storefront doors, panic hardware, and master-key plans for small businesses.
  • Available 24/7, so a break-in or sudden security concern does not have to wait until morning.

High Security Locks across Canoga Park

Canoga Park began as the Owensmouth townsite in 1912, and that history shows in its doors. Near the original Sherman Way townsite and the historic downtown district around the Madrid Theatre, you will find stucco and Spanish bungalows from the 1920s and 1930s, some still carrying original mortise locks. These can often be upgraded or rekeyed without losing the vintage escutcheon, and we can pair them with a modern high security deadbolt where the door allows. Homes in ZIP 91303 and 91304 often fit this pattern.

Farther out, the 1950s and 60s tract homes and dingbat apartments off Sherman Way, Vanowen Street, and Roscoe Boulevard frequently have tired builder-grade deadbolts. Tenants and landlords alike use high security cylinders to cut down on duplicated keys after turnover. Around Gault Street and the Topanga area near Warner Center, and toward ZIP 91305 and 91309, we see a mix of residential and commercial doors, and homes close to Lanark Park and Canoga Park High School tend to benefit from a solid, well-fitted deadbolt on the main entry.

Along Sherman Way, mid-century aluminum-storefront strip retail has its own needs. Storefront mortise locks and panic hardware call for the right cylinders, and small businesses often want restricted keys and a clear access plan after staffing changes. Whether you are near Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Canoga Avenue, De Soto Avenue, Victory Boulevard, Saticoy Street, or just off the 101, we come to you. Call (323) 997-8867.

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High Security Locks in Canoga Park — FAQs

What makes a lock high security?
A high security lock is designed to resist picking, bumping, and drilling, and often uses a restricted keyway so keys cannot be freely copied. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can explain which features fit your door.
Can you install high security locks on an older Owensmouth-era bungalow?
Often yes. Many 1920s and 1930s doors can take a modern deadbolt in addition to a repaired original mortise lock, and we work to preserve vintage trim wherever possible.
Do you work on Sherman Way storefronts?
Yes. We handle aluminum-storefront doors, storefront mortise locks, and panic hardware, and can set up restricted keys or a master-key plan for small businesses.
Will a high security lock stop a break-in by itself?
Not alone. The strike plate, screws, door, and frame matter as much as the cylinder. We check them during the visit and recommend reinforcement if needed.
Can I get extra keys cut anywhere?
With restricted keyways, duplication is controlled, so you generally cannot copy keys at a typical kiosk. That is part of the security benefit. We can cut additional keys for you; call (323) 997-8867.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are fully mobile and serve you at your home, apartment, or business throughout Canoga Park.
Is this useful for rental properties?
Yes. Landlords often use high security cylinders to limit unauthorized key copies, and rekeying between tenants is simpler when key control is tighter.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. If you have a security concern after a break-in or lockout, call (323) 997-8867 any time.
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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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