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Lock Installation in Thousand Oaks, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile lock installation in Thousand Oaks, California, for new doors and openings that never had a lock. We are available 24/7 and come to your home or business with the hardware and tools. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your door and get started.

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Installing a lock where none existed before is different from swapping an old one. A new door, a converted garage, a detached office, or a side gate has no bore, no latch hole, and no strike plate. The work depends on the door material, the thickness, the frame, and how the opening will actually be used. Done carefully, the lock operates smoothly for years. Done carelessly, it binds, sags, or leaves the door easy to kick in.

Thousand Oaks has a wide mix of buildings, and that shapes what we install. Ranch and split-level homes from the 1960s through the 1980s often get new doors during remodels. Newbury Park tract homes get added side doors and upgraded entries. Hillside custom homes and gated estates may call for multipoint locks and high-security cylinders. Business parks and biotech tenants need hardware that fits a master-key plan.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile, so there is no shop to visit. We come to the door, assess it, explain the options plainly, and install the lock you choose, around the clock.

How it works in Thousand Oaks

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    Talk through the door and the goal

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what the opening is: a new entry door, a patio or garage side door, an office suite, or a gate. We ask about material, whether it is interior or exterior, and how much security you want, so the right hardware is on the truck.

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    Inspect the door and frame on site

    We check door thickness, material, and condition, and we look at the frame and jamb. A solid-core or wood door takes a standard bore differently than a hollow or metal one. Weak framing is flagged now, because a strong lock in a weak frame accomplishes little.

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    Choose the hardware together

    We explain the practical differences between a deadbolt, a keyed knob or lever, a smart lock, and a multipoint system. For estates we can discuss high-security cylinders. For offices we talk about keying so it can fit a master-key plan later.

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    Bore, fit, and install

    We mark and cut the cross bore and edge bore, mortise for the latch, and set the strike plate into the jamb. Careful alignment keeps the bolt throwing fully without rubbing, which is what makes a new lock feel solid.

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    Reinforce where it matters

    Where the frame is thin, we can recommend a longer strike plate screws or a reinforced strike so the bolt is anchored into the structure, not just the trim.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We cycle the lock repeatedly with the door open and closed, confirm smooth latching, and hand over your keys. We explain how to adjust or maintain it, and we can key several locks alike so one key works across your doors.

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What affects the price

  • Type of lock: a basic deadbolt, a smart lock, and a multipoint or high-security system differ widely in hardware cost and installation effort.
  • Door material and condition: solid wood, metal, fiberglass, and older doors each need different tools and care, and damaged doors may need repair first.
  • Number of locks and whether they are keyed alike, which affects both hardware and time on site.
  • Frame and jamb reinforcement needed to make the new lock hold up to force.
  • Complexity of the opening, such as gates, glass doors, or hillside entries with unusual hardware or access.
  • Time of day, since we operate 24/7 and after-hours calls may be priced differently than daytime appointments.

Why Thousand Oaks chooses us

  • Fully mobile: we bring the tools to your door in Thousand Oaks, so there is no storefront trip and the job is done where it matters.
  • In business since 1987, with owner David Shar leading the work and standing behind it.
  • Available 24/7, useful when a new door or break-in damage cannot wait until morning.
  • We explain options honestly and do not push higher-grade hardware than the door and your needs justify.
  • Experience across home types, from tract homes to gated estates and commercial suites, including keying that fits future master-key plans.
  • We check the frame and strike, not just the lock, since installation quality decides how well a lock performs.

Lock Installation across Thousand Oaks

Thousand Oaks homes vary a lot from one neighborhood to the next. In Lynn Ranch and older central areas, ranch and split-level houses from the 1960s to 1980s often receive new doors during remodels, and those openings need careful boring and fitting. In Newbury Park, the large amount of tract housing means we regularly add or upgrade side doors, garage service doors, and entry hardware, often in ZIP code 91320.

Farther into North Ranch and Dos Vientos Ranch, custom and gated estates may call for multipoint European-style locks, high-security cylinders, and coordination with gate and intercom systems. These installs reward patience and precise alignment, especially on large or heavy entry doors common to hillside homes. Many of these properties sit in ZIP codes like 91362 and 91360.

On the commercial side, business parks near Thousand Oaks Blvd and the Rancho Conejo area, plus offices and retail around The Oaks mall, the Civic Arts Plaza, and the biotech campuses tied to Amgen, often need new suite doors keyed for a master-key plan. Whether you are off US-101, SR-23, Moorpark Rd, Lynn Rd, Hampshire Rd, or Borchard Rd, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Lock Installation in Thousand Oaks — FAQs

Can you install a lock where there is no lock now?
Yes. We bore the door, cut the latch and strike locations, and fit the hardware. Call (323) 997-8867 and describe the door so we can bring suitable parts.
Do you install locks in Thousand Oaks at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7 and fully mobile, so you can call (323) 997-8867 at any hour about a new or damaged door.
What kind of lock should I put on a new exterior door?
Most exterior doors benefit from a quality deadbolt plus a keyed handle set. Estates may prefer multipoint or high-security options. We explain the tradeoffs on site so you can choose with confidence.
Can you install a lock on a gate or side door at a hillside home?
Yes, we work on many door and gate types. Gate hardware varies, so describe it when you call (323) 997-8867 and we will plan accordingly.
Can new locks be keyed alike?
Yes. We can key several new locks to one key, which is convenient for a home with multiple entries or an office suite.
Can you set up locks for an office that will later use a master-key system?
Yes. We can choose cylinders and keying with future master-key expansion in mind, which suits business parks and biotech tenants in the Conejo Valley.
Will installing a new lock damage my door?
A new lock requires boring holes in the door, which is a permanent change. We measure carefully and work cleanly. If the door is already weak or damaged, we will tell you before we start.
Do I need a locksmith or can I install it myself?
A simple deadbolt kit is possible for a handy person, but misaligned bores and weak strikes are common problems. If you want it done right, call us at (323) 997-8867.
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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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