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High Security Locks in Paramount, California

Crenshaw Lock Company installs pick-, bump- and drill-resistant high security locks and keys in Paramount, California. We are a fully mobile locksmith available 24/7, so we come to your home, shop or booth. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door, gate or building and get started.

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A standard builder-grade deadbolt can often be defeated by a determined person with very little time. High security locks are built to change that. They use tighter tolerances, hardened inserts that resist drilling, pin designs that frustrate picking and bumping, and key systems that cannot be copied at a corner kiosk. In Paramount, where a lot of the housing dates to the post-war years and a working industrial base sits close to residential streets, that upgrade can matter a great deal.

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. There is no storefront to visit, because the work happens at your door, your gate or your roll-up grille. That also means we look at the actual opening, the frame, the strike and the surrounding hardware before recommending anything, rather than guessing from a catalog.

This page explains how a high security lock project usually goes in Paramount, what shapes the price, and what makes the work different from swapping in another off-the-shelf deadbolt. If you already know what you need, call (323) 997-8867 any hour. If you are not sure, we are glad to talk it through first.

How it works in Paramount

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    Talk through the threat and the opening

    We start by asking what you are protecting and what happened, if anything. A homeowner worried about bumping on an older front door has different needs than a metal shop that just lost material from its yard. We ask about the door or gate type, who needs keys, and whether you want one key to work on several locks.

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    Inspect the door, frame and surrounding hardware

    A strong cylinder in a weak door does little good. On site we check the door thickness, the condition of the frame, the strike plate and the screws holding everything in place. Many 1940s and 1950s doors have worn or shallow strike areas that deserve reinforcement alongside the new lock.

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    Choose the lock and key system

    We match a high security cylinder, deadbolt or padlock to the use. Options include pick-, bump- and drill-resistant cylinders, restricted keyways that limit unauthorized duplication, and hardened padlocks and gate latches for exterior and industrial use. We explain the tradeoffs plainly so you can decide.

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    Install and fit the hardware properly

    We install the lock, adjust the bolt throw and alignment, and reinforce the strike or frame where needed. The goal is a lock that operates smoothly and holds up under force, not one that merely looks heavy. Gate latches and grille padlocks are fitted so they sit correctly and are hard to attack with tools.

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    Cut keys, test and hand over

    We test every lock repeatedly with the finished keys, confirm that doors and gates close and secure correctly, and walk you through how the key system works, including how to get additional keys authorized later. You leave knowing exactly what was installed.

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What affects the price

  • The type of lock chosen: a high security deadbolt cylinder, a restricted-keyway system and a heavy-duty hardened padlock all differ in cost and complexity.
  • The number of openings, since a single front door is a different project than a whole house, a shop with several entries or a yard with multiple gates.
  • The condition of the door and frame, because reinforcing a worn strike, frame or door edge adds parts and labor.
  • Key system requirements, such as keyed-alike sets, master key arrangements or restricted blanks that require authorization to duplicate.
  • Whether the work is urgent or after hours, as late-night and same-day calls can differ from scheduled appointments.
  • The setting and hardware type, such as a roll-grille, an industrial gate latch or a residential door, each needing different parts and fitting time.

Why Paramount chooses us

  • Fully mobile service, so the lock is assessed and fitted at the actual door, gate or booth instead of from a counter.
  • Serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, with owner and lead technician David Shar on the work.
  • Available 24/7, which matters after a break-in or theft when an opening needs securing right away.
  • We look at the whole opening, including frame, strike and door condition, rather than just selling a stronger cylinder.
  • We cover both residential and commercial needs, from post-war home deadbolts to padlocks and gate latches for industrial yards and retail booths.
  • Plain explanations of what each lock does and does not protect against, with no inflated claims.

High Security Locks across Paramount

Paramount grew out of the historic Clearwater and Hynes communities, and much of the city still reflects that post-war tract-home character. Many houses in the Clearwater area and around 90723 have original doors and hardware that were never meant to resist modern attack methods. Buyers moving into one of these homes often ask us to rekey every exterior lock and upgrade the deadbolts to high security versions at move-in, so no one from the previous ownership has a working key.

The city also has a real working side. Along the rail and I-710 corridors, metal fabrication and finishing shops keep tools and material in outdoor yards. After a theft, a shop owner typically wants hardened padlocks and a new keyed gate latch that cannot be easily cut or bumped. Closer to Paramount Boulevard, retailers and vendors at the Paramount Swap Meet rely on storefront locks, booth locks and roll-grille padlocks, where a restricted key system helps control who can make copies.

Whether you are off Rosecrans Avenue, near Alondra Boulevard, close to Progress Park or anywhere along Paramount Boulevard and Somerset Boulevard, we come to you with easy access from I-710 and SR-91. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through your door, gate or booth.

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High Security Locks in Paramount — FAQs

What makes a lock high security?
High security locks resist common attacks such as picking, bumping and drilling through tighter tolerances, special pin designs and hardened components. Many also use restricted keys that are harder to copy without authorization.
Do you install high security locks at my home in Paramount?
Yes. We come to your house, check the door and frame, and install the lock on site. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your door and what you want to protect.
Will a high security lock work on an older post-war door?
Usually yes, though older doors often need attention to the strike plate, frame or bore. We inspect the opening first and tell you whether reinforcement is worthwhile alongside the new lock.
Can you secure a material yard or gate at a metal shop?
Yes. We fit hardened padlocks and keyed gate latches suited to industrial yards. If you have had a theft, call (323) 997-8867 and we can talk through options, including after hours.
Can you help with swap meet booths or Paramount Blvd storefronts?
Yes. We handle booth and storefront rekeys and can fit padlocks for roll-grilles. A restricted key system can also help control who copies your keys.
Can I get all my locks on one key?
In most cases, yes. We can set up keyed-alike systems so one key works across several locks, including high security ones, depending on the products chosen.
Is there a shop I can visit?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile, so we travel to you anywhere in Paramount and the surrounding area.
How is high security lock pricing determined?
Cost depends on the lock type, number of openings, door and frame condition, key system needs and urgency. We explain the factors before work begins so there are no surprises.
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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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