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Deadbolt Installation in Redondo Beach, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company installs and replaces single- and double-cylinder deadbolts throughout Redondo Beach, 24/7, with a fully mobile technician who comes to your door. Whether you have a beach bungalow, a townhome or a harbor-side unit, call (323) 997-8867 to schedule your deadbolt installation.

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A deadbolt is the single most important lock on most doors, and in Redondo Beach it works harder than most. Salt air from the harbor and the Pacific corrodes cheap hardware, and the city's mix of 1920s-50s bungalows, Spanish homes and dense townhome developments means no two doors are quite alike. A deadbolt that fits one house may need a different bore, backset or strike treatment on the next.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner David Shar and the team handle deadbolt work as a routine part of residential service. We are fully mobile and available around the clock, so there is no storefront to visit. We bring hardware and tools to your door, whether you are adding a first deadbolt or replacing one that has seized, rusted or stopped feeling secure.

This page explains how an installation goes, what affects the cost, and what is specific to Redondo Beach doors, from corrosion-prone hardware near King Harbor to the multiple entry doors common in North Redondo townhomes.

How it works in Redondo Beach

  1. 1

    Look at the door and what you need

    We start by checking the door material, thickness, existing holes and the frame. We also talk through whether you want a single-cylinder deadbolt (key outside, thumb-turn inside) or a double-cylinder (key on both sides), since the right choice depends on glass nearby, local fire-exit considerations and household needs.

  2. 2

    Choose hardware suited to the coast

    We go over grades, finishes and cylinder types with you. Near the water, finish quality matters because salt exposure can corrode lesser hardware. If you want a stronger cylinder, we can discuss higher-grade options.

  3. 3

    Prepare or reuse the door bore

    If a deadbolt is already there, we remove it and check that the bore, latch hole and edge are in good shape. If it is a new installation, we mark and drill the door with proper tools so the bolt aligns cleanly.

  4. 4

    Install and reinforce the strike

    The bolt is only as strong as what it throws into. We fit the strike and check that the frame is sound, and we can recommend a longer-screw or reinforced strike setup where the wood looks weak or old.

  5. 5

    Test and key it

    We operate the bolt repeatedly with the door open and closed, check for rubbing or misalignment, and make sure the keys work smoothly. If you want several doors on one key, we can key them alike.

  6. 6

    Walk through and hand over

    We show you how the lock operates, hand over all keys, and mention any other door issues we noticed, so you leave knowing exactly what was done.

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What affects the price

  • Whether it is a new installation requiring a fresh bore or a straight replacement of an existing deadbolt
  • Single-cylinder versus double-cylinder hardware, and the security grade of the lock you select
  • Finish and corrosion resistance, which matters more close to the harbor and beach
  • Number of doors, especially if you want several entries keyed alike, as with many townhomes
  • Door and frame condition, including any repair or reinforcement of a worn bore or strike
  • Time of day and urgency of the visit, since we are available 24/7

Why Redondo Beach chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to you, with no shop to drive to
  • Serving Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987
  • Available 24/7, including nights and weekends, when a broken lock cannot wait
  • Hardware advice based on local conditions like salt exposure and older door types
  • Ability to key multiple doors alike so one key handles front, garage-access and patio doors
  • Honest recommendations: we will tell you if the frame, not the lock, is the weak point

Deadbolt Installation across Redondo Beach

Redondo Beach splits naturally into South Redondo (90277) and North Redondo (90278), and the doors differ between them. In Hollywood Riviera and around Riviera Village, many homes are 1920s-50s bungalows and Spanish-style houses, where original exterior hardware may be decades old, corroded or sitting in a door that was cut for a different lock. Replacing those with a modern, higher-grade deadbolt is a common upgrade.

North Redondo, including El Nido, Golden Hills and The Avenues (90278), has many attached townhomes and small-lot homes from the 1980s through the 2000s. These often have several entry doors, such as a front door, garage-service door and rear patio door, and new owners frequently want all of them on one key. HOA rules can affect what exterior hardware you may change, so it is worth checking before choosing a finish.

We work throughout the city, from streets near the Redondo Beach Pier and the International Boardwalk to homes off Artesia Blvd, Torrance Blvd, Aviation Blvd and Inglewood Ave, and sites near King Harbor Marina. Salt air is a constant, so we pay attention to finish and fit. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour.

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Deadbolt Installation in Redondo Beach — FAQs

Do you install deadbolts at night in Redondo Beach?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is available 24/7 and fully mobile, so call (323) 997-8867 and we will arrange a visit to your door.
Should I choose a single- or double-cylinder deadbolt?
Single-cylinder is the usual choice for most homes because you can exit quickly with the thumb-turn. Double-cylinder may suit doors with glass nearby, but it needs a key to exit, so we talk through the tradeoffs first.
Can you replace corroded deadbolts on an older Spanish home?
Yes. Homes in areas like Hollywood Riviera often have worn, rusted hardware. We can replace it and, if you wish, upgrade to a higher-grade cylinder with a finish better suited to coastal air.
Can you rekey all the doors on my townhome to one key?
Yes. For townhomes in North Redondo, we can key the front, garage-service and patio doors alike so you carry one key. Call (323) 997-8867 to set it up.
Will a new deadbolt fit my existing door?
Most standard doors accept a deadbolt, but we check the thickness, bore and frame first. If a door was cut for a different lock, we can usually adapt it.
Does a deadbolt make my door secure by itself?
Not entirely. The strike and frame matter just as much, so we check them and can recommend reinforcement where the wood looks weak.
Can you help with marina or storage locks near King Harbor?
We can discuss gate, storage and unit lock service for marina-area sites. Call (323) 997-8867 with the details and we will let you know what we can do.
Do I need to visit a shop?
No. We are mobile only, with no storefront. We bring the hardware and tools to you.
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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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