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High Security Locks in Ojai, California

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

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Ojai is not a typical Southern California town, and its locks should not be chosen like they are in a typical suburb. After the 1917 fire, the downtown was rebuilt as a Spanish Colonial Revival village, and that character is still protected today. Many doors in town carry original mortise hardware from the early twentieth century. Others sit on wooded lots, long driveways, and rural ranch properties where the nearest neighbor is out of earshot. A high security lock has to fit that setting and not just be strong on paper.

High security locks differ from standard hardware in how they are built. A standard pin-tumbler cylinder can often be picked or bumped by someone with modest skill and the right tools. High security cylinders add features such as hardened steel inserts, security pins, sidebars or secondary locking elements, and drill-resistant plates around the plug. Many also use restricted keyways, so that copies cannot simply be cut at any hardware store kiosk. The result is a lock that resists the common methods of covert and forced entry.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead technician David Shar. We are mobile only, with no storefront to visit. We bring the work to you, assess the door and frame, and recommend hardware that suits how the property is used. Where appearance matters, as it often does in Ojai, we look for options that protect the property without announcing themselves on a historic facade.

How it works in Ojai

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    Talk through the property and the concern

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what you are protecting and why. A recent break-in, a new vacation rental, a ranch gate, or simply an aging lock are all common reasons. We ask about the door type, who holds keys, and whether appearance limits what can be installed.

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    On-site assessment of door, frame, and strike

    A strong cylinder in a weak door is a wasted upgrade. We come to you and inspect the door, jamb, strike plate, hinges, and any existing mortise body. On older Ojai bungalows and Arcade-era doors, we check whether the original hardware can be kept and reinforced.

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    Choose the cylinder and key control level

    We explain the differences between available high security systems, including pick and bump resistance, drill protection, and restricted key control. You decide how tightly keys should be controlled, such as for a household, a rental with rotating guests, or a business with several employees.

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    Installation and reinforcement

    We fit the new cylinders or deadbolts, and where needed add reinforced strikes, longer screws, or frame reinforcement. For historic or design-reviewed buildings, we favor discreet finishes and hardware that blends in with period styling.

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    Testing, key handoff, and guidance

    We test every lock and key, confirm smooth operation, and hand over the keys. We explain how to order additional keys through the proper authorization process and how to keep records of who holds copies.

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What affects the price

  • The type and grade of high security cylinder or deadbolt, including how many pick, bump, and drill-resistance features it carries.
  • How many doors, gates, or openings are being upgraded and whether they can be keyed alike for convenience.
  • The condition of the existing door and frame, and whether reinforcement of the strike, jamb, or hinges is needed.
  • Whether the door has original mortise hardware that must be adapted rather than replaced, which can take more careful work.
  • The level of key control chosen, from basic restricted keyways to tighter authorization systems.
  • Property access and timing, such as a remote ranch property or a service call outside normal daytime hours.

Why Ojai chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, 24/7, so the assessment happens at your actual door instead of from a description over the phone.
  • In business since 1987, with experience across Ventura County and Greater Los Angeles, including older homes with period hardware.
  • We pay attention to appearance, which matters in a town where architectural review limits visible modern hardware on historic buildings.
  • We assess the whole door system, not just the cylinder, so the upgrade does not leave a weak frame or strike behind.
  • We can coordinate locks with gate and keypad needs on rural properties and vacation rentals, rather than treating each in isolation.
  • Straightforward explanations of what each level of protection does and does not do, with no inflated promises.

High Security Locks across Ojai

Ojai's mix of property types shapes what makes sense for high security hardware. In Downtown and The Arcade along Ojai Avenue, many storefronts and nearby bungalows in ZIP 93023 have original mortise locks and period details. Swapping in bulky modern hardware can clash with the Spanish Colonial Revival look the city works to preserve, so we focus on cylinders that fit existing mortise bodies and finishes that stay quiet. Shops near Libbey Park, Bart's Books, and the Ojai Valley Museum often value both security and appearance.

The Arbolada is a different case. Its 1920s custom homes sit on wooded lots, often set back from the street and screened by trees, which can give a would-be intruder privacy. Original solid doors are worth keeping, and a high security deadbolt with a reinforced strike can improve protection while respecting the home's character. If review rules limit what is visible from the street, we can help you choose hardware that stays within them.

Out toward the East End and the wider valley, including ZIP 93024 and nearby Meiners Oaks, Mira Monte, and Oak View, properties are larger and more isolated. Rural gated estates and ranches may need high security locks on outbuildings, main entries, and gate or intercom hardware. Vacation rentals near the Arcade or the Ojai Valley Inn have their own needs, such as keypad locks that can be reprogrammed between guests. From SR-33 to SR-150, we travel to you at any hour, since we are mobile only and do not operate a shop.

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High Security Locks in Ojai — FAQs

What makes a lock high security?
High security locks resist the common ways locks are defeated, including picking, bumping, and drilling. They typically use hardened components, extra pin or sidebar mechanisms, and often a restricted key. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss which level suits your Ojai property.
Can high security locks be installed on historic Ojai buildings?
Often yes. We look at whether the existing mortise hardware can be kept or fitted with a high security cylinder, and we favor discreet finishes. If your building is subject to architectural review, check requirements with the city before changing visible hardware.
Do you have a shop in Ojai I can visit?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile only. We come to your home, ranch, rental, or business, and you can reach us 24/7 at (323) 997-8867.
Will a high security lock stop a break-in by itself?
No lock is unbeatable, but a high security cylinder makes many covert and forced attacks much harder. It works best with a solid door, reinforced frame, and strong strike plate, which is why we inspect the whole door.
What is a restricted key and do I need one?
A restricted key uses a keyway and blank that are controlled, so copies are not freely cut. It is helpful for rentals, businesses, and households that want to limit who can duplicate keys. We can explain whether it fits your needs.
Can you help with a rural East End estate with gates?
Yes. Rural properties often need high security locks on entries and outbuildings along with gate or intercom service. Describe the setup when you call (323) 997-8867 and we will plan the visit around it.
I run a vacation rental near the Arcade. What should I consider?
Think about key control and keypad options, since guests change often. Rekeying or reprogramming between stays keeps old codes and keys from working. We can advise on a setup that matches how you manage turnover.
How is the price determined?
Cost depends on the grade of lock, the number of doors, the condition of the door and frame, any reinforcement, key control level, and the timing and location of the visit. We explain the factors after assessing your door.
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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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