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Lock Installation in Manhattan Beach, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock installation in Manhattan Beach, California, around the clock, 24/7. We install new deadbolts, smart locks, multipoint hardware and gate locks on new doors or where none existed. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your door and schedule a visit.

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Installing a lock sounds simple until you are standing in front of a door that was never prepped for one, a three-story new build with European-style hardware, or a beach cottage whose old deadbolt has fused shut from years of salt air. Manhattan Beach has all of those, often within a few blocks of each other, and each one calls for a different approach.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit; we bring the tools, hardware and know-how to your door, whether that is a walk-street entry in the Sand Section or a gated drive in the Hill Section.

This page explains how a lock installation with us works, what shapes the cost, and what is specific to installing locks in Manhattan Beach: coastal corrosion, tight lots, luxury door systems and the steady wave of remodels and rebuilds across town.

How it works in Manhattan Beach

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    Tell us about the door and the goal

    Call (323) 997-8867 and describe what you are securing: a new exterior door, a side gate, a garage service door, or a door that never had a lock. Tell us the door material, whether it is a standard bore or a European-style multipoint system, and whether you want a keyed deadbolt, keypad or smart lock.

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    Assess the door and the exposure

    On site, we check the door thickness, existing bore holes, the frame and strike area, and how exposed the hardware will be. Near the Strand and the beach, we pay close attention to finish and material because salt and sand are hard on cheap hardware.

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    Choose hardware that fits

    We help you match the lock to the door and how you live. That could mean a high-security deadbolt for a remodeled ranch home, a keypad for a rental or vacation property, or compatible hardware for a multipoint door where a standard deadbolt will not work.

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    Prepare and install cleanly

    We bore or adjust the door as needed, set the latch and strike, reinforce the frame where it makes sense, and mount the lock so it operates smoothly. We aim for a tidy result on finished doors, since many homes here have custom wood or high-end finishes.

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    Test, key and hand over

    We test the lock repeatedly with the door open and closed, confirm the bolt throws fully, and program any electronic features. If you want several doors keyed alike, we set that up so one key covers them. Then we walk you through everything.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock: a standard keyed deadbolt, a high-security cylinder, a keypad or a smart lock each involve different hardware and setup time.
  • Door condition and preparation: a door with existing bore holes is quicker than one that must be drilled, or a door that needs repair first.
  • Specialty systems: multipoint European-style hardware and other complex door systems take more skill and time than a standard installation.
  • Number of locks and keying: installing several locks, or keying multiple doors alike, changes the scope of the job.
  • Finish and material: corrosion-resistant finishes for beachfront exposure and premium finishes for custom doors affect the hardware chosen.
  • Timing and location: after-hours or urgent visits and access conditions such as walk streets or gated properties can affect the final quote.

Why Manhattan Beach chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so installations and urgent door-securing needs do not have to wait for store hours.
  • Serving the region since 1987, with an owner-led approach under David Shar rather than a rotating call center.
  • Comfortable with both standard residential hardware and more complex systems like multipoint locks and smart-lock setups.
  • Hardware recommendations that account for salt air and sand, rather than defaulting to whatever is cheapest.
  • Clear explanation of options before work begins, so you know what you are getting and why.
  • Careful workmanship on finished doors, which matters on custom homes and recent remodels.

Lock Installation across Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach is a town of contrasts, and lock work follows suit. In the Sand Section, dense walk-street cottages sit beside newer three-story contemporaries on very small lots. Entries are often reached on foot, gates and garage doors open onto narrow lanes, and the ocean air near the Strand and the Manhattan Beach Pier is tough on exterior metal. Installing the right finish and the right lock for that exposure matters.

Up in the Hill Section, large custom estates often call for refined hardware, from keypad and smart-lock systems to backup mechanical keys. In the Tree Section, mid-century ranch homes are being remodeled or replaced, which means new doors, new frames and a fresh chance to key everything alike. East Manhattan Beach adds townhomes and condos, where installation often means working within shared-building rules and compact entries.

We work throughout ZIP code 90266, from homes near Polliwog Park and Metlox Plaza to properties off Manhattan Beach Blvd, Sepulveda Blvd, Rosecrans Ave, Aviation Blvd and Marine Ave. Wherever you are, we come to you, day or night, with the tools to complete the installation on site.

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Lock Installation in Manhattan Beach — FAQs

Can you install locks on a door that never had one?
Yes. We can prepare the door, bore the necessary holes, set the latch and strike, and install a new lock. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us about the door so we can bring the right hardware.
Do you work on multipoint European-style door hardware?
Yes, these systems are common on newer luxury builds in Manhattan Beach. They work differently from a standard deadbolt, so tell us the door type when you call and we will plan accordingly.
What kind of lock holds up best near the beach?
Salt and sand corrode many finishes quickly. We recommend corrosion-resistant hardware for exposed exterior doors and gates, especially in the Sand Section. We will discuss options based on how exposed your door is.
Can you install a keypad or smart lock?
Yes. We install and set up keypad and smart locks, and we can add a backup mechanical key option where the hardware supports it. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through what suits your door.
Can you key all my doors alike after a remodel?
Yes. When installing or replacing several locks, we can key them alike so one key works across your exterior doors. This is popular with Tree Section homeowners finishing a remodel.
Do you install locks on walk-street gates and garage side doors?
Yes. Gate and garage service-door locks are part of what we install. Access on walk streets can be tight, so let us know the layout when you call.
Do I need to visit your shop?
No. We are fully mobile and have no storefront. We come to your home, condo or rental in Manhattan Beach and complete the installation on site.
Are you available outside normal business hours?
Yes, we operate 24/7. If a door has been damaged or you need a lock installed urgently, 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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