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Deadbolt Installation in Lakewood, California

Crenshaw Lock Company installs and replaces single- and double-cylinder deadbolts in Lakewood, California, 24/7. We are fully mobile and come to your door with hardware and tools. For a stronger front, back, or garage-side entry, call us anytime at (323) 997-8867.

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Lakewood was built fast. Between roughly 1950 and 1953, tens of thousands of single-story stucco ranch houses went up here, and the great majority of them still carry the builder-grade Kwikset hardware they were sold with. That uniformity helps when planning a deadbolt upgrade, because many doors share similar preparation, but seventy years of wear, repainting, and settling mean no two doors behave exactly alike.

A deadbolt is the single most useful security upgrade for a door. A spring latch in a knob can often be pushed back with a tool or a credit card. A properly installed deadbolt throws a solid steel bolt into the jamb, and its strength depends on the hardware and also on how it is fitted: the bore, the strike plate, and the screws that anchor it. Since 1987, Crenshaw Lock Company has been fitting deadbolts across Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County, led by owner and lead tech David Shar.

We are mobile only. There is no storefront to visit: we bring the work to your Lakewood home or business, around the clock. Whether you need a new deadbolt where there was none, a replacement for a seized or worn-out mid-century unit, or a double-cylinder model for a door beside glass, we will talk through the options and install it on site.

How it works in Lakewood

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    Call and describe the door

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what you have: an exterior door with only a knob, an old deadbolt that sticks, or a door with a window nearby. Tell us if the door is wood, metal, or fiberglass. This helps us bring the right hardware.

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    Assess the door and the frame

    On arrival we look at the door's thickness, the condition of the edge, and the jamb. On older Lakewood ranch houses, decades of paint, swollen wood, or a shifted frame can affect how the bolt lines up, so we check before we drill anything.

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    Choose single or double cylinder

    A single-cylinder deadbolt turns with a thumb-turn inside and a key outside. A double-cylinder needs a key on both sides, which can make sense near glass panes but needs careful thought about fire safety and getting out quickly. We explain the tradeoffs and let you decide.

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    Install and reinforce

    We bore or adjust the holes as needed, mount the deadbolt, and set the strike plate. Where the jamb is weak, we recommend a reinforced strike with longer screws that reach the framing, since a strong bolt in a weak jamb gains little.

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    Test, key, and hand over

    We cycle the bolt many times with the door open and closed, check alignment, and confirm the keys work smoothly. If you want the deadbolt keyed to match your existing locks, we can discuss that during the visit.

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What affects the price

  • Whether this is a new installation on a door with no deadbolt or a replacement of an existing one, since a new bore takes more work.
  • The grade and brand of the deadbolt you choose, from standard residential hardware to heavier-duty models.
  • Single-cylinder versus double-cylinder, and whether you want several locks keyed alike.
  • Door material and condition, including wood, metal, or fiberglass, and any prior damage or misaligned bores.
  • Jamb and strike reinforcement needed to make the installation actually resist force.
  • Time of day and urgency, since we are available 24/7 and after-hours calls differ from scheduled daytime visits.

Why Lakewood chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to your door in Lakewood and finish the work there, with no shop visit needed.
  • Operating since 1987, with owner and lead tech David Shar directing the work.
  • Familiarity with the uniform 1950s tract-home stock, including original builder-grade Kwikset hardware and the wear it shows today.
  • We look at the jamb and strike, not just the lock, because a deadbolt is only as strong as what it bolts into.
  • Honest guidance on single versus double cylinder, including the safety tradeoffs, rather than pushing the most expensive option.
  • Available 24/7, including for a seized deadbolt that has locked you out.

Deadbolt Installation across Lakewood

Lakewood's housing is distinctive: the 'Levittown of the West' layout means a street in Lakewood Village can look nearly identical to one in Lakewood Park or Carson Park. Those matching single-story stucco ranch homes, built around 1950 to 1953, usually share the same basic door setup, and many still run original builder Kwikset locksets. That makes them good candidates for a deadbolt upgrade, particularly on a front door that has relied on a knob latch for decades.

We see the aging side of that stock too. A common call is a Carson Park ranch house where a mid-century deadbolt has seized in the jamb and locked the owner out. In those cases we focus first on getting the door open with as little damage as possible, then on installing a replacement that turns smoothly and sits properly in the frame. Resale activity is steady here as well, so deadbolt additions often come up around escrow in Lakewood Park, when new owners want stronger hardware at the entry.

We serve all of Lakewood, including ZIP codes 90711, 90712, 90713, 90714, and 90715, from the homes near Rynerson Park and Mayfair Park to the commercial areas around Lakewood Center and The Centre at Sycamore Plaza. Whether you are just off Lakewood Blvd, Del Amo Blvd, or Carson St, or near the I-605 and SR-91, call (323) 997-8867 any hour.

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Deadbolt Installation in Lakewood — FAQs

Can you add a deadbolt to a Lakewood door that only has a knob?
Yes. Many original 1950s doors in Lakewood have just a knob latch. If the door is thick enough and in good shape, we can bore for a deadbolt and fit it on site. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your door.
Should I choose a single- or double-cylinder deadbolt?
Single-cylinder has a thumb-turn inside, making exit quick and easy. Double-cylinder needs a key on both sides, which can help when glass is near the lock, but can slow your exit in an emergency. We will go over both before installing.
My old deadbolt is stuck and I'm locked out. Can you help?
Yes. Seized deadbolts in aging jambs are a familiar problem in Lakewood's mid-century homes. We are available 24/7, so call (323) 997-8867. We aim to open the door with minimal damage and can install a replacement on the spot.
Will a new deadbolt match my existing Kwikset hardware?
We can often key the new deadbolt to match your existing locks so one key works on both, depending on the brands involved. We can talk through the options when we look at your door.
Does a deadbolt make my door secure by itself?
Not entirely. The bolt must go into a solid jamb. We often recommend a reinforced strike plate with longer screws that anchor into the framing, because a weak jamb can fail even with a strong lock.
Do you do deadbolts for businesses near Lakewood Center?
Yes. We handle commercial doors as well as residential ones, and we can discuss deadbolt options and keying for a retail or office entry. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe what you need.
Do I need to come to a shop to pick up a deadbolt?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile with no storefront. We bring hardware and tools to your Lakewood door and complete the installation there.
Can you install a deadbolt before we close escrow on a home?
Yes. New owners often want stronger entry hardware or fresh keys right after purchase. We can add or replace deadbolts and discuss rekeying so previous keys no longer work.
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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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