Commercial · Locksmith Service
Commercial Rekeying
Our commercial rekeying service is ideal for business owners and property managers looking to take back control of how access is granted to business premises. Lock & Key Pros offers commercial rekeying services to businesses and property managers with compatible locks on storefronts, offices, managed properties, and other types of businesses.
The goal of commercial rekeying is to change the internal configuration of a lock so that a key that previously operated the lock no longer operates the rekeyed lock, and a new key operates the lock. Commercial rekeying is the best option to reset physical key access when the suitable lock hardware is in optimal working condition.
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When Should Businesses Rekey Their Locks?
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Lost or Stolen Key
When a business key is lost or stolen, it creates a cause for concern.
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Tenant Turnover
To reset physical key access between tenants, managed properties can choose to rekey locks of compatible hardware.
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Employee Departure
Key rekeying can be used by businesses as a way to revoke access for former employees.
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Contractor or Vendor Access Ends
Temporary physical key access should be removed after a project or service contract has ended.
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Unknown Duplicate Keys Exist
Physical key access can be reset by rekeying if a business does not know how many keys have been made.
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Business Relocates to a New Facility
The former tenant or owner may want to have control over who has access to the existing locks.
Commercial Rekeying vs Lock Replacement
Rekeying and replacement solve different problems. The main concern for rekeying is changing physical key access, while replacement focuses on changing the lock hardware.
| Your situation | Best next step |
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| Old keys need to be de-authorized and the lock hardware does not need to be replaced | Commercial Rekeying |
| The lock is unsuitable, worn, outdated, or an updated lock is being installed | Commercial Lock Installation |
| The lock hardware malfunctions but becomes functional after a repair | Commercial Lock Repair |
| The business has multiple departments or access levels | Master Key Systems |
| Permissions change frequently and should be managed digitally | Access Control |
What Does Commercial Rekeying Mean?
Commercial rekeying means changing the physical key that operates a lock and leaving the hardware as is. This is achieved by changing the configuration of the lock cylinder. The previous key that operated the lock becomes a nonworking key for the rekeyed lock.
Rekeying is a different process from changing the lock, as the latter involves replacement of hardware while the former is only concerned with granting and revoking access to a property.
Commercial Rekeying and Master Key Systems
Rekeying changes which keys can be used to access locks. Master Key Systems change which keys can access which groups of doors.
If the business only needs to change old keys, rekeying may be the proper choice. If the business has multiple departments or access levels, a Master Key System may give the business a more organized mechanical-key system.
Commercial Rekeying and Access Control Systems
Commercial rekeying is used in conjunction with physical keys. Access Control uses systems which can be electronic key codes, key cards, key fobs, and other types of credentials.
Rekeying focuses on physical keys. Access control systems focus on electronic credentials.
A business with changing staff members may prefer Access Control on certain doors because changing permissions is done digitally. A business with simpler physical-key demands may prefer rekeying or a master key system.
Can Multiple Commercial Locks Be Rekeyed to One Key?
With certain systems, multiple locks can be rekeyed to work with the same key. These systems' principles are tied to the cylinder, keyway, brand, hardware, and the overall keying plan.
For a large property with differing access levels, a Master Key System would likely be preferable to keying all the locks the same.
Commercial Rekeying for Offices
Rekeying offices allows adjustments to physical key access due to staff changes, lost keys, office moves, role changes, or the concern of key duplication.
If the office is currently locked out, an Office Lockout may be the most suitable service before the rekeying.
Commercial Rekeying for Managed Properties & Tenant Turnover
Managed properties and commercial landlords use rekeying to address changes in tenants when the hardware can remain the same.
Where there are numerous doors, shared spaces, management access, or different access levels, the rekeying project should be considered within the overall key hierarchy.
Emergency Commercial Rekeying
Emergency rekeying comes into play in case of loss of the key, theft of the key, or if the key is not within the company's control.
In the emergency service lane, Emergency Locksmith leads, while Commercial Rekeying takes over for the deeper service work.
How it works
How Our Commercial Rekeying Service Works
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Explain Why Access Needs to Change
Please inform us whether the request is a result of employee turnover, change of tenants, loss of keys, contractor access issues, or any other key control problems.
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Identify the Locks & Doors
Specify the number of locks or doors, and if possible, the type of lock or cylinder.
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Review Keying Compatibility
Our technician checks if the commercial hardware can be rekeyed and if the locks can be set to the key plan.
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Rekey the Compatible Locks
Cylinders are set to the new key configuration.
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Confirm & Test New Key Plan
The business owner is shown the new keys, and how they operate the locks.
How Long Does Commercial Rekeying Take?
The time for a rekeying job will depend on the number of locks, how they interact, the keys, the hardware, the keying plan, and whether we are completing master-key work or other commercial rekeying jobs.
A rekey job on a small office will be very different to a multi-door job on a large managed property.
Commercial Rekeying Cost & Pricing
The cost of rekeying a facility is based on the number of locks and cylinders, the type of keyway, the number of new keys required, and the complexity of the structure, if any.
Pricing is affected by the number of commercial locks or cylinders; the keyway, cylinder and hardware type; the state of the hardware; the number of new keys; whether more than one lock is being keyed alike; whether a master key system is being incorporated; and whether any doors need repair or replacement.
For pricing, provide the number of doors, the current state of the keys, and the reason for the access change. Lock & Key Pros comes out for free estimates and can scope the rekeying project on site.
Commercial Rekeying Service Areas
Lock & Key Pros provides commercial rekeying services throughout the areas offered.
Why Lock & Key Pros?
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Business Key-Control Focus
Our services encompass who should have access to the keys after the job is complete.
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Commercial Access Planning
We can time rekeying jobs with master-key, high-security, or other access control jobs.
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Licensed, Bonded & Insured
We can verify Lock & Key Pros has these business qualifications.
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Same Day & Emergency Service
Same Day Service and Emergency Service are part of the confirmed business offering.
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Free Estimates
We can provide a price for rekeying based on the doors, locks, keys, and the project.
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Warranty
Warranty is part of the confirmed business offering, with terms based on the actual service and hardware used.
Commercial Rekeying FAQs
What is commercial rekeying?
Commercial rekeying involves swapping out a key that operates business or commercial locks while leaving the hardware in place.
When do business locks need to be rekeyed?
Some of the more common reasons to rekey a business's locks include employee or tenant change, loss or theft of a key, ending access for a contractor, or if the key's status is not known.
When does a business need to replace locks instead of rekeying them?
Hardware needs to be replaced along with the keys if the hardware is worn or damaged.
Can several of a business's locks be rekeyed with a single key?
In most instances, yes. Typically, rekeying is a more cost-effective solution for a business with multiple locks. Larger properties may need to implement a master key system.
What should a business do about an employee who has not returned a key?
Commercial rekeying may be the answer to terminate use of the former key. Other solutions may be to implement a master key system or a more advanced access control system.
Does commercial rekeying equal installing a master key system?
No. A master key system involves a more complex key control system while a rekey may simply involve swapping out a key.
How much does commercial rekeying cost?
The cost may vary depending on the number of locks, the number of keys, and the compatibility and keying plan. Please contact us for pricing or to schedule a consultation.
Do you offer emergency rekeying for commercial locks?
Yes. Emergency Rekey is a part of Lock & Key Pros' emergency service.
Do you offer emergency rekeying for commercial locks in Tarzana?
Yes. Tarzana is one of the service areas. Use the Tarzana page for local information and this page for complete commercial-rekeying details.
Do You Need to Reset Key Access for Your Business?
Please provide the approximate number of doors, the reason key access needs to change, and whether there are any lost or unreturned keys or multiple levels of access. Lock & Key Pros can provide you with the next steps, whether that is commercial rekeying, a master key system, an access control system, or replacement locks.