Master key systems · Businesses & buildings
Master key systems in Emeryville & the East Bay
One key that opens every door for you, and keys that open only the right doors for everyone else. We plan and install master key systems for businesses and apartment buildings.
- Open 24/7
- $25 service call
- License LCO #8693
How a master key system works
Each lock is set up to open with two keys: its own individual key and a master key. Staff or tenants get keys that open only their doors, while the owner or manager carries one master key that opens everything. Larger systems can add sub-master keys, for example one for each floor or department.
Who it's for
- Offices
- Apartment buildings
- HOAs and condos
- Property managers
- Retail stores
- Warehouses
- Medical offices
- Schools and nonprofits
Planning your system
We start by mapping who needs to open which doors. Then we rekey or replace the locks, cut and label the keys, and give you a clear record of which key opens what. When someone leaves, you can rekey just the doors they could open instead of the whole building.
Keep your keys under control
For tighter control, pair your master key system with high-security locks and restricted keys that can't be copied at a hardware store.
Pricing
The price depends on the number of doors, the locks and how the system is set up. Our $25 service call is added to the price of the job.
Can you build a master key system with our existing locks?
Often, yes. Many existing locks can be rekeyed into a master key system. We'll check yours and tell you which ones can stay.
Is a master key system less secure?
A well-planned system is secure. What matters is controlling who holds the master key, and using restricted keys where copying is a concern.
What happens when an employee or tenant leaves?
We rekey only the locks their key could open, so you don't have to change the whole system.
Do you work with property managers and HOAs?
Yes. We handle master key systems, rekeys between tenants and mailbox locks for buildings of all sizes.
Locked out? We're open 24/7.
Call and we'll come to you anywhere in the East Bay, or text us a photo of your lock.