Business keys are handy, but they can leed to a a security breach if lost, stolen, copied or not returned, therefore commercial lock rekey and key duplication services offered by Los Angeles Commercial Locksmith include duplicate keys creation, lock modification to accommodate new keys, and organizing the property into a master key system or restricted keys system.

Professional Commercial Key Duplication

Copying the key must be done correctly to ensure proper functioning of the key and the key that being used to duplicate must be properly checked for damage or wear out because using a faulty key for duplication produces the same faulty copy.

There are situations when a duplicate of the key can be manufactured based on a code or specifications of the lock.

A business should store a reasonable number of duplicate keys in a secure place because too many keys may pose a problem.

Standard and Restricted Keys

The standard keys that are used in businesses are simple to duplicate, hence making it easier to replace them or share them, but at the same time, they bring in security risks, however restricted keys provide more security since one cannot duplicate them without the authorization of the key holder.

Restricted key systems are beneficial for business with valuable inventory, confidential information,

frequent staff changes, multiple renters, sensitive areas, or master key system.

What Is Commercial Lock Rekey?

With lock rekey, the internal locking mechanism of a lock is modified so that it operates on the new key, all the original hardware stays in place and all previously created keys become useless.

Lock rekey is usually cheaper than lock replacement, unless the current hardware does not meet the requirements anymore.

When Should a Business Rekey?

It is time to consider rekeying if your business:

• Moved into the new location

• Lost a key

• A key was stolen

• Fired an employee

• Got new tenants

• Underwent the ownership change

• Got new management team

• Suspects unauthorized access

• Did not get a key back from the contractor

After a burglary, the whole door should be examined. If there is no physical damage to the hardware, rekeying will be enough. However, in case of forced locks, replacement will be required.

One Key and Master Key Systems

Compatible locks can be rekeyed to work with a single key so that you will need less number of keys to open all the doors.

A master key system would be more appropriate in the case of large-scale property, an employee will have keys only to their respective areas and the managers will have broader access.

Key Control Records

A business should keep records of all keys issued including:

• Key number

• Employee or contractor name

• Access level

• Date issued

• Date returned

• Replacement record

Keys must never be marked with the name or address of the business or property. Master keys and backup keys should be stored properly.

Los Angeles Commercial Locksmith will help you manage the keys, eliminate access from the old keys, and make entry easier.