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Lock Installation in Glendale, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile lock installation in Glendale, California, fitting new deadbolts, entry sets and other hardware on new doors or doors that never had a lock. We come to your home or business, so call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your door and get started.

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Installing a lock where none existed before is a different job from replacing one. There is no old cylinder to match, no existing bore to reuse, and sometimes no strike plate or reinforced frame to rely on. Whether it is a new side door on a remodel, a gate, a freshly built accessory unit, or an interior door that now needs privacy, the work starts with looking at the door itself: its thickness, material, the condition of the jamb, and how the door is actually used day to day.

Glendale has an unusually wide mix of buildings, and that shapes how we approach installs. A 1920s Spanish Revival home in Rossmoyne or Adams Hill calls for a different hardware choice than a 1970s apartment unit near downtown or a hillside custom home in Verdugo Woodlands. We talk through what matches the look of the property, what meets your security needs, and what will be easy to live with for years.

Crenshaw Lock Company has been serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We are fully mobile with no storefront, so everything happens at your door. We work around the clock, which helps when a new door has been hung and needs to be secured the same night.

How it works in Glendale

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    Tell us about the door

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the door: exterior or interior, wood, metal, glass or aluminum storefront, and what you want the lock to do. Photos or a description of any existing hardware on neighboring doors help us bring the right parts.

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    On-site assessment

    At the property we check door thickness, edge condition, the jamb, and whether the frame can take a deadbolt strike without splitting. On older Glendale homes, we also look at how the new hardware will sit alongside original pieces so the result looks intentional.

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    Choose the hardware

    We go over grades, finishes and keying options with you, including keying the new lock to match existing locks if you want one key for the house. For multi-unit or commercial doors, we discuss master-key or access-control compatibility.

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    Drill, fit and reinforce

    We bore the door and edge to the correct specifications, mortise or install the latch, fit the strike, and add reinforcement where the frame needs it. Clean, accurate cuts matter because a sloppy bore causes sticking and weakens the door.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We operate the lock repeatedly with the door open and closed, check alignment, and confirm the bolt fully engages. You receive your keys, and we explain how to care for the hardware.

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What affects the price

  • The type of door, since solid wood, hollow-core, metal, glass and aluminum storefront doors each require different tools and preparation.
  • Whether the door is already bored or needs new holes cut, and whether a mortise pocket is required.
  • The grade and style of hardware you choose, from standard deadbolts to high-security cylinders and smart or keypad models.
  • The number of locks and whether they are keyed alike or tied into a master-key system.
  • Frame condition and any reinforcement, such as strike plate upgrades or jamb repair, needed for the lock to be effective.
  • Time of day and location, since after-hours calls and hillside access can affect the visit.

Why Glendale chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: the work is done at your door, with no shop visit and no storefront.
  • Experience with Glendale's mix of housing, from original mortise hardware in 1920s homes to wafer and entry locks in 1960s to 80s apartments.
  • We can match new locks to existing keys so a new deadbolt does not mean carrying another key.
  • Available 24/7, useful when a new door or renovation leaves an opening that cannot wait until morning.
  • Led by owner David Shar, with service to Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987.
  • We tell you honestly when a frame needs reinforcement or when a cheaper lock will not suit the door.

Lock Installation across Glendale

Glendale's housing stock makes lock installation a very local question. In Rossmoyne and Adams Hill, many Spanish and Mediterranean Revival homes from the 1920s have original mortise hardware and decorative plates. When owners add a new deadbolt or secure a new door, we aim for finishes and proportions that sit comfortably beside the original pieces, and we can key new locks to match the old ones. A home in 91205 or 91206 might need exactly that kind of careful, period-aware work.

Up in Verdugo Woodlands, around 91208 and near the base of the Verdugo Mountains, hillside mid-century and newer custom homes often have additional doors, such as terrace, garage-side and guest entries, where no lock was ever fitted. Access on narrow hillside streets is part of planning, and we bring a range of hardware so one visit can cover several doors.

Closer to downtown and the Brand Boulevard corridor in 91203 and 91204, with The Americana at Brand and Glendale Galleria nearby, renters and property managers deal with 1960s to 80s apartments and condos, intercom systems, fob-controlled entries and aluminum-storefront retail. Installs here often involve coordination with management, matching existing keying, or tying new hardware into a master-key plan. We serve Glendale from the SR-134, SR-2 and I-5 corridors at any hour, by phone at (323) 997-8867.

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Lock Installation in Glendale — FAQs

What is the difference between lock installation and lock replacement?
Replacement swaps hardware in an existing bore. Installation adds a lock where none existed, which can mean drilling the door, cutting the edge, fitting a strike and sometimes reinforcing the frame. Call (323) 997-8867 if you are not sure which applies.
Can you install a deadbolt on a door that never had one?
Yes. We check door thickness and frame strength first, then bore the door and fit the deadbolt and strike. If the jamb is weak, we recommend reinforcement so the lock actually adds security.
Can you match a new lock to the keys I already use?
In most cases, yes. We can key new hardware to match existing locks so one key operates several doors, which is common for Rossmoyne and Adams Hill homes with original hardware.
Do you install locks on older Spanish Revival doors?
Yes. We take care with older wood doors and original mortise hardware, choosing locks and finishes that suit the home. We can also service the original locks while we are there.
Can you install locks on multiple apartment or condo units?
Yes. For multi-unit properties we can install and key locks consistently, and discuss master-key systems. Property managers can call (323) 997-8867 to plan the scope.
Do you work on fob or access-control entries?
We handle mechanical locks and can discuss how new hardware fits alongside existing access control. Compatibility depends on the system, so we review it on site.
Do you offer installation at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, which helps when a new door needs securing right away. Call (323) 997-8867 any time.
How do I know what lock grade is right for my door?
It depends on how the door is used, who has access, and your budget. We explain the options at your door and recommend what fits, without pushing hardware you do not need.
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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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