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High Security Locks in Hidden Hills, California

Crenshaw Lock Company installs pick-, bump- and drill-resistant high security locks and restricted keys for homes and horse properties in Hidden Hills, California. We are fully mobile and available 24/7, coordinating entry through the manned gates. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your property.

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A standard lock is built to a price. A high security lock is built to resist the specific ways locks get defeated: picking, bumping, drilling, and forced key duplication. In Hidden Hills, where large estates sit behind manned gates on lots of an acre or more, the front door is rarely the only thing worth protecting. Guest houses, pool houses, barns, tack rooms, safes and driveway gates all carry their own risks and their own hardware needs.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar has seen how property types differ. A 1950s-60s ranch home with original hardware has different weak points than a newer custom home with a smart lock and keypad. We look at what you actually have and recommend upgrades that fit, rather than selling one product to everyone.

We are a mobile-only service. There is no storefront to visit; we come to your property, whether that is a residence off Long Valley Road or a stable near Round Meadow. Day or night, call (323) 997-8867 and we will plan the work, including how we get through the gate.

How it works in Hidden Hills

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    Talk through the property by phone

    We start with a conversation about what you want protected: the main house, guest house, gates, barn or tack room. We ask about current locks, who holds keys, and any recent staff changes or incidents, so we can arrive prepared.

  2. 2

    Coordinate gate entry

    Hidden Hills is guard-gated, with manned entries on Long Valley Road and Spring Valley Road. We work with you to make sure your name is on the access list so we can reach the property without delay at the gate.

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    Assess existing hardware and doors

    On site, we inspect cylinders, deadbolts, strike plates, door frames and any smart or biometric hardware. A high security cylinder is only as strong as the door and frame around it, so we check those as well.

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    Select the right lock and key system

    We explain options such as pick-resistant and bump-resistant cylinders, drill-resistant hardening, and restricted keyways whose keys cannot be casually copied. For estates, we can plan a keying scheme, such as all keyed alike or a master system for house, guest house and gates.

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    Install and test

    We install the hardware, align the bolts and strikes, and test every lock and key repeatedly. For outdoor and barn locations, we choose weather- and corrosion-resistant hardware suited to heavy use.

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    Hand over keys and records

    We give you the keys, explain how to order additional copies through the restricted system, and advise on tracking who holds them. If you wish to keep a smart lock, we make sure a mechanical override remains.

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What affects the price

  • The grade and type of lock chosen, since restricted-keyway, drill-resistant cylinders differ in construction and cost from basic upgrades.
  • The number of locks involved, from a single front door to a full estate with main house, guest house, barn, tack room and gates.
  • Whether doors and frames need reinforcement so the new lock is not the strongest part of a weak entry.
  • The keying plan, such as keyed alike or master-keyed, and how many restricted keys you need.
  • Outdoor and equestrian demands, including heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant padlocks and gate hardware.
  • Timing of the visit, including after-hours or emergency calls versus scheduled work.

Why Hidden Hills chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so work happens at your property on your schedule.
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work.
  • We think in estate terms: house, guest house, gates and outbuildings can share one coherent keying plan.
  • We understand horse properties and recommend hardware that tolerates dust, moisture and daily handling.
  • We keep mechanical overrides in mind when working with smart or biometric locks, so a dead battery does not mean a lockout.
  • We explain options plainly and recommend what fits the property rather than the most expensive product.

High Security Locks across Hidden Hills

Hidden Hills (ZIP 91302) is a small, guard-gated city beside Calabasas, with the US-101 Ventura Freeway along its edge and manned entries on Long Valley Road and Spring Valley Road. That gate system is helpful, but it does not replace good locks on the property. Contractors, staff, delivery people and guests all pass through over time, and keys have a way of spreading.

In the Long Valley Road and Spring Valley Road areas, we often see large estates mixing original 1950s-60s ranch homes with newer custom builds. Older homes may still carry aging hardware, while newer ones lean on smart locks, keypads and access control. Round Meadow area properties, near Round Meadow Elementary School and the private equestrian trail network, frequently include barns, stables and tack rooms where padlocks corrode and paddock gates need sturdy latches.

Common situations here include a smart lock failing and requiring a mechanical override and rekey, corroded barn padlocks and tack-room locks needing replacement, and household staff turnover prompting a full rekey of the main house, guest house and gates, all keyed alike. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will plan the visit around your gate arrangements.

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High Security Locks in Hidden Hills — FAQs

What makes a lock high security?
High security locks resist common attacks such as picking, bumping and drilling, and often use restricted keyways so keys cannot be duplicated at a typical key kiosk. Construction and key control both matter.
Can you work on my Hidden Hills property after hours?
Yes. We are mobile and available 24/7. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will coordinate entry through the manned gate.
How does gate access work for your visit?
Hidden Hills has manned entries on Long Valley Road and Spring Valley Road. Let the gate know to expect us, or we can help you plan it when you call, so we can reach your property smoothly.
Can you key my house, guest house and gates alike?
Yes. We can set up a keyed-alike or master-keyed system so one key, or a tiered set of keys, covers the main house, guest house and gates. This is a popular choice after staff turnover.
My smart lock failed and I am locked out. What can you do?
We can open the door, then install or restore a mechanical override and rekey if needed. Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the lock so we know what to bring.
Do you handle barns, tack rooms and paddock gates?
Yes. We replace corroded padlocks, install tack-room locks, and choose paddock gate hardware built for outdoor use and frequent handling.
Will a high security lock work with my existing door?
Usually, but we inspect the door, frame and strike plate first. If the door is weak, we recommend reinforcement so the lock is not undermined.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are mobile only and come to you anywhere in Hidden Hills. Call (323) 997-8867 to schedule or ask questions.
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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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