Short answer
Map doors and roles first, then choose the fewest levels that meet your needs, and keep a record from day one.
Map doors and roles
List each door and who needs it: owners, managers, staff, cleaners, vendors. Group people by access, not by name.
Choose the levels
A simple plan might be a master key for owners, area keys for managers and individual keys for specific rooms. More levels add complexity.
Plan for change
Leave room for new doors and new roles. Choosing compatible hardware now makes expansion easier.
When to call instead of reading
- You have a door list and want to discuss options
- Existing locks need to be checked for compatibility
Straight answers
Common follow-up questions
Can existing locks be used?
Some can be incorporated. A locksmith needs to check the hardware.
What if a master key is lost?
Plan for it now: it can affect many doors, so treat master keys with extra care.
Related services
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General information only. Every lock, door and vehicle differs; confirm specifics with a locksmith or the manufacturer.