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High Security Locks in Topanga, California

Crenshaw Lock Company installs pick-, bump- and drill-resistant high security locks and restricted keys throughout Topanga, California. We are a fully mobile locksmith available 24/7, so we come to your canyon property. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your doors, gates and security goals.

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A standard builder-grade deadbolt does the job on a quiet street, but Topanga is not a typical street. Many homes sit at the end of long private driveways, with the nearest neighbor out of sight and the nearest patrol a canyon drive away. When a break-in attempt would have plenty of unobserved time at your door, the quality of the lock matters more than it does in a dense neighborhood. High security locks are built to resist the common methods: picking, bumping, drilling, and forced cylinder removal. They also use restricted keyways, so your keys can't be casually copied at a hardware store kiosk.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar has seen how canyon properties behave: wood doors that swell and shrink with moisture, decades-old hardware next to brand-new installs, and detached studios, sheds and driveway gates that need to be secured as carefully as the main house. We are mobile only. There is no storefront to visit; we bring the tools, cylinders and hardware to you.

This page explains how a high security lock upgrade works, what influences the cost, and what is specific to Topanga properties. We don't quote prices without seeing your situation, because the right answer depends on your doors, your frames and how you use your property.

How it works in Topanga

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    Talk through your goals

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what you want to protect: a main entry, a studio, a gate, or all of it. We ask about your current locks, how many people need keys, and whether the property is ever rented or shared with contractors.

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    Assess the door, frame and strike

    A strong cylinder in a weak door or loose frame only goes so far. On site we check the door's condition, how the bolt lines up with the strike, and whether moisture swelling is affecting it. In canyon homes with older wood doors, this step often matters as much as the lock itself.

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    Choose the right hardware

    We explain the options for pick-, bump- and drill-resistant cylinders and deadbolts, and whether a restricted keyway fits your needs. We match the hardware to your door and your budget rather than pushing the most complicated option.

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    Install and align

    We install the new lock, reinforce the strike or adjust the alignment where needed, and make sure the bolt throws smoothly in both dry and damp conditions. Where practical, we key multiple locks alike so you carry one key.

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    Test and hand over keys

    We test every lock with the door open and closed, confirm the keys work, and explain how to order additional keys under the restricted system. You leave knowing exactly what was installed and how to maintain it.

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What affects the price

  • The grade and type of lock chosen, since restricted keyway systems and drill-resistant hardware vary in construction.
  • The number of locks being upgraded, and whether you want them keyed alike for one-key convenience.
  • Door and frame condition, including whether a wood door has swollen or a strike needs reinforcement or repositioning.
  • Special applications such as driveway gates, outbuildings or sliding doors that need different hardware than a standard entry door.
  • Whether existing locks are being rekeyed or fully replaced, and how many restricted keys you need.
  • Timing and location, including after-hours service and the distance down a private canyon road.

Why Topanga chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so service comes to your canyon property without a trip to a shop.
  • In business since 1987, with experience on older wood-door homes as well as newer custom builds.
  • We look at the whole door system, not just the cylinder, because a high security lock is only as good as the door and strike around it.
  • We explain options plainly and don't quote prices without understanding your property.
  • Comfortable with unusual setups common in the canyon, including gates, studios, sheds and rental cabins.
  • Owner-led: David Shar oversees the work and the standards behind it.

High Security Locks across Topanga

Topanga is a spread-out community, and security needs vary a lot between its pockets. In Old Topanga, many homes are rustic wood houses and cabins reached by narrow roads like Old Topanga Canyon Road, often with older hardware that has been repaired rather than replaced. In Fernwood, tucked along Fernwood Pacific Drive, you find a mix of cabins and custom houses where a stronger entry lock and a secured detached studio are common requests. Up toward Saddle Peak, along Saddle Peak Road, hillside estates and gated properties often need both a front deadbolt and a driveway gate lock handled together.

Canyon conditions are a real factor. Damp weather makes wood doors swell, and a high security deadbolt that doesn't line up cleanly with its strike can bind or fail to throw. We account for that during installation, adjusting the strike and checking alignment so the lock works year-round. Short-term rental hosts near the village also use high security and restricted keys to control who can copy access between guests, and landowners rekey after contractors finish work.

We serve ZIP code 90290 and the surrounding canyon, from properties near Topanga Canyon Boulevard (SR-27) and the Topanga Community Center to homes near Topanga State Park, Red Rock Canyon Park and Theatricum Botanicum. Because we are mobile only, we drive to you from wherever the call finds us, any hour of the day or night. Call (323) 997-8867.

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High Security Locks in Topanga — FAQs

What makes a lock "high security"?
High security locks are designed to resist picking, bumping and drilling, and often use restricted keyways so keys can't be easily duplicated. Call (323) 997-8867 and we can explain which features suit your door.
Do you come to Topanga at night?
Yes. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile and available 24/7, including to Topanga properties down private canyon roads. Call (323) 997-8867.
Will a high security deadbolt work on my old wood door?
Often yes, but the door and frame matter. Wood that swells in damp weather can cause binding, so we check alignment and adjust or reinforce the strike as part of the install.
Can you secure my driveway gate too?
Yes. Gates and outbuildings need hardware suited to outdoor use, and we can discuss options for gate locks alongside your front door.
Can I get all my locks keyed alike?
In many cases, yes. Keying locks alike lets you use one key for the main house, studio and other doors, depending on the hardware chosen.
Is a restricted key really harder to copy?
Restricted keyway systems limit who can cut duplicates, since blanks and authorization are controlled. That's useful for rental cabins and properties with contractors coming and going.
Do you have a shop I can visit?
No. We are mobile only and come to your property. Call (323) 997-8867 to arrange service.
How much does a high security lock upgrade cost?
It depends on the hardware, number of locks, and the condition of your doors and frames. We don't quote without understanding your setup, so give us a call and we'll walk through it.
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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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