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Deadbolt Installation in Sherman Oaks, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile deadbolt installation in Sherman Oaks, California, available 24/7. We add or replace single- and double-cylinder deadbolts at homes, condos and Ventura Boulevard businesses, and we come to you. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door and the right lock.

  • Mobile to your Sherman Oaks location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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A deadbolt is often the single most useful upgrade you can make to an entry door. In Sherman Oaks, where doors range from 1930s Spanish-style homes on the valley floor to custom contemporary houses in the hills, the right deadbolt depends heavily on the door, the frame and how you live. A lock that suits a solid wood front door in the flats may not suit a glass-heavy canyon entry or an aluminum storefront on Ventura Boulevard.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar has seen how often a strong lock is undermined by a weak strike plate, short screws or a poorly bored door. We are fully mobile, with no storefront to visit. We bring the hardware and tools to your property, look at the door in person, and install the deadbolt so it actually works with your door.

Whether you are adding a first deadbolt, replacing a worn one, moving up to a restricted-keyway cylinder, or fitting an electronic deadbolt after buying a home, we explain the options plainly and let you decide. We work around the clock, so a broken lock or a door that cannot be secured does not have to wait for business hours.

How it works in Sherman Oaks

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    Call and describe the door

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what you have: wood, metal or glass-paneled door, whether there is an existing deadbolt, and what you want to achieve. That lets us bring suitable hardware to the visit.

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    Inspect the door and frame

    On site we check the door thickness, the edge, the existing bores, and the condition of the jamb. A deadbolt is only as strong as what it bolts into, so we look at the frame before touching the lock.

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    Choose single or double cylinder

    A single-cylinder has a thumb turn inside and a key outside. A double-cylinder needs a key on both sides, which can matter near glass but needs thought for emergency exit. We talk through the tradeoffs and local fire-safety considerations for your situation.

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    Install and reinforce

    We fit the deadbolt, bore or adjust the door as needed, and set the strike plate with long screws that reach into the framing. Where the frame is weak, we recommend reinforcement.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We cycle the bolt repeatedly with the door open and closed, confirm smooth alignment, and give you all keys. If you want matching keys across several doors, we can discuss keying them alike.

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What affects the price

  • Whether you are adding a new deadbolt or replacing an existing one, since a new install may require boring the door.
  • The grade and type of lock, from standard residential cylinders to restricted-keyway systems like Medeco or Mul-T-Lock, or electronic and smart deadbolts.
  • Door material and condition, including solid wood, metal, or glass-paneled doors that need extra care.
  • Frame and strike reinforcement needed to make the new lock genuinely effective.
  • The number of doors and whether you want them keyed alike.
  • Time of day and the location of the property, including hillside or gated access.

Why Sherman Oaks chooses us

  • Fully mobile 24/7 service: we come to your door rather than asking you to visit a shop, because there is no storefront.
  • In business since 1987, with the owner, David Shar, leading the work.
  • Experience with high-security and restricted-keyway cylinders that high-value Sherman Oaks homes often request.
  • We look at the frame and strike, not just the lock, so the upgrade adds real security.
  • Honest recommendations on single versus double cylinder, including the safety tradeoffs, with no pressure to buy more than you need.
  • Comfortable with both residential doors and commercial storefront hardware along Ventura Boulevard.

Deadbolt Installation across Sherman Oaks

Sherman Oaks splits into two very different lock environments. On the valley-floor flats, many 1930s to 1950s Spanish, traditional and ranch homes have original doors that deserve a careful fit, and condos and apartments near the Sherman Oaks Galleria district at Ventura and Sepulveda often need deadbolts that match building rules. In Chandler Estates, a newly purchased home commonly calls for new deadbolts, a rekey, and sometimes a smart lock installed and tested together.

South of the Boulevard, the hillsides rising toward the Santa Monica Mountains and the edge of Fryman Canyon bring winding roads, gated estates and a strong appetite for high-security cylinders. There, a deadbolt job might be paired with fitting restricted-keyway cylinders or reprogramming a driveway gate keypad. We are mobile, so we handle the drive up the canyon roads and work at the door.

We serve ZIP codes including 91403 and 91423, reaching homes and businesses near Ventura Boulevard, Sepulveda Boulevard, Van Nuys Boulevard, Westfield Fashion Square and Sherman Oaks Castle Park, with easy access from the I-405 and US-101. Call (323) 997-8867 any hour.

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Deadbolt Installation in Sherman Oaks — FAQs

Do you install deadbolts at night and on weekends in Sherman Oaks?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will talk through what you need.
Should I choose a single- or double-cylinder deadbolt?
Single-cylinder is the usual choice because the inside thumb turn allows quick exit. A double-cylinder can make sense next to glass, but it requires a key inside, which can be a hazard in an emergency. We explain both before you decide.
Can you install high-security deadbolts like Medeco or Mul-T-Lock?
Yes. Many Sherman Oaks homeowners, especially in the hills, ask for restricted-keyway cylinders so keys cannot be casually copied. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss options for your door.
Can you fit a smart or electronic deadbolt?
Yes. We can install and test electronic deadbolts, and after a home purchase we can combine that with rekeying other doors. We check door fit first so the motorized lock operates smoothly.
Will a new deadbolt work on my older door?
Usually, yes. Older flats homes may need the bore or edge adjusted. We inspect the door and frame in person and tell you what is needed before installing.
How is the price determined?
It depends on the lock grade, whether the door needs boring, the frame reinforcement, the number of doors and when you call. We discuss these factors on the phone and on site. Reach us at (323) 997-8867.
Do you also work on Ventura Boulevard businesses?
Yes. We handle commercial work including aluminum-storefront locks and panic hardware, which is common along the Ventura Boulevard corridor.
Is there a shop I can visit?
No, we are mobile only. We come to your home or business throughout Sherman Oaks with the tools and hardware needed.
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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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