If you’re looking for a simpler way to open and close the locks in your home, then a keyed-alike solution might be just the thing you’re looking for. Keyed alike means that multiple locks in your home, or even garage and garden shed, open with the same key.
It’s similar to a master key system where you have one key for all locks, but in a keyed-alike system, you can choose one high-security lock to be implemented on all your doors. For wooden doors, it is a mortice lock, but for uPVC doors, you can have a keyed alike system for Euro cylinders.
Here at Knightsbridge Locksmith, we offer a keyed-alike service to residents in Knightsbridge. Just call us on 07309909989 and we can show you all of the new locks we can install on your property and the difference between them.
If you’ve been wondering about whether a keyed-alike system is right for your home or business, check out some of the benefits of installing it:
Many homes and businesses choose keyed-alike doors to make things much simpler, but it might not be right for every property. In some cases, we may recommend lock replacements to ensure long-term reliability and security.
First, we will perform an inspection of the doors in your building you wish to key alike, as some doors might not be suitable. This is true if you have a mix of timber and uPVC doors.
We can create a key profile for the doors, and all compatible locks have their pins realigned so that they all match a specific key pattern. If you want added security, we can make sure that the keys are given a restricted profile so that nobody except you can create a copy.
After we’ve rekeyed all of the doors or installed new aligned locks, we will test everything so that it’s operating as it should, and show you how the system works.
When you choose to have a keyed-alike system, the main thing to consider is that your locks are strong to start with. There’s no use rekeying an old or broken lock that is likely to wear out.
A timber door should have a BS-rated mortice lock, while composite and uPVC doors usually require cylinders. We ensure every lock installed is correctly sized and suited to the door.
Keyed alike systems can also be applied to garages, garden offices, workshops, and external gates.
We can even install digital locks that all operate using the same key code for added convenience.
So if you’re considering a keyed alike solution, call Knightsbridge Locksmith today on 07309909989 and book your appointment.
Yes, this applies to both external doors and internal systems such as offices or apartment buildings.
When fitted correctly and paired with restricted key profiles, keyed-alike systems offer excellent security.
