Access Control Systems for Treasure Valley Businesses
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Multi-Door Property Electronic Locking Systems in the Treasure Valley
One smart lock is good for one door, one home. But whether you've got a couple of doors, a couple of staff, or a couple of renters, one keyless lock just isn't equipped for the task. That’s what access control is for. It eliminates the need for a traditional key and deadbolt on several doors by using electronic locking gear that can be controlled from one location, whether that be a keypad, a card reader, a fob, or an app.
We design, implement and maintain access control systems for companies, property management and multi-door buildings throughout the Treasure Valley. If you only need one keyless lock for your front door, check out our Smart Locks page. If you need basic commercial lock work or CCTV then please see our Commercial Locksmith Services page for that side of things. This site is solely about replacing locks on many doors with a linked system.
Give us a call to discuss your building needs at (208) 343-5625.
Who Actually Needs a Multi-Door Locking System
We implement access control on all types of properties. It is used in multi-tenant office buildings to protect each tenant area, eliminating the hassle of managing dozens of copies of keys. Retailers use it to restrict access to portions of the store that are for employees only, such as stockrooms and offices. It is used by warehouses and industrial establishments on multiple entrance and loading doors where a misplaced key would be a major liability. It's used by medical and dental clinics to limit access to places where patient records are kept. It is used for common entryway and amenity spaces in apartment complexes and multi-family dwellings.
It’s used by gyms and fitness studios for members who need access at all times, without staff on site. Schools, churches and non-profits use it to control entry through a big building with lots of diverse guests. Storage facilities utilize it to access specific units. Property managers handling a variety of buildings use it to manage all of them from one dashboard instead of keeping track of real keys to every door in every property.
A common reason businesses call us is after a staff change forces them to rekey multiple doors, especially when they don't know who still has copies of the old keys.
The Locking Hardware in Every Access Control System.
But let's be honest about what we are truly installing here. The hardware is just as important as the software. All access controlled doors are fitted with an electric lock instead of the usual mechanical lock. This is commonly an electric strike, magnetic lock or completely electrified lockset, depending on the door and the amount of desired security. Credential readers are also installed on each door, which might be a keypad, card or fob reader, or a mobile reader that’s unlocked with a smartphone.
All those doors are tied back to a control panel, which controls who gets to go through what door and when. We also install door position sensors and request-to-exit devices so the system can know if a door is open, closed or being exited from the inside. And every system needs a suitable power source with battery backup, because a lock that fails open or fails locked during a power outage is a serious safety issue, not simply an annoyance.
We install this hardware personally and we size and pick it depending on your particular doors, and your exact security needs, not a one size fits all package.
The Kind of Credentials We Program on Your Locks
Depending on what fits your facility, we can configure your doors with basic keypad and PIN code entry, card or fob based credentials, mobile credentials that unlock using a smartphone, or video intercom access to regulate who is buzzed in at a major entrance. Some systems are wireless and some need to be hardwired. We can help you decide which is best for your particular doors. We also provide both Cloud-based administration, allowing you to manage anything from an app or browser, and on-premise solutions for enterprises who want their data retained locally.
Single Doors, Multiple Doors, Multiple Locations in Treasure Valley
There are enterprises that simply require one door conversion, such as a server room or stockroom. Some want every entrance in and out of a property interconnected on one system. And property managers or businesses with sites all around Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Eagle or elsewhere in the valley typically want all of those buildings controlled in one dashboard. All three are installed and configured by us and we’ll assist you in choosing which scope best fits what you’re attempting to secure.
How We Install a Locking System on Your Property
We start with an on-site tour of your doors and your property to see what we are dealing with. From there we review your current equipment, your wiring and power situation and what you are really seeking to safeguard. We customize a system based on your number of doors, number of users and features desired, then install the electrified locks, readers, controllers and wiring necessary. Once the hardware is in place we load the software, enroll your credentials and establish the access levels for various doors, different users. We teach your team or admin in the day to day management of the system. And we’re here for continuing assistance when your doors, personnel or locations change over time.
Serving Access Control Projects Across the Treasure Valley
We design and implement access control systems throughout Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Eagle, Caldwell, Kuna, Star and Garden City including for property managers and businesses that operate in more than one of these locations.
Why Treasure Valley Businesses Trust Us With Their Locks
Local locksmith, family owned since 1946 and every professional who works on your doors is our own, licensed and insured. We do the design, the installation and the continuing support in house, we don't outsource any of it to a national contractor. We honestly size systems depending on what your property truly requires and when you call us for help later, you’re talking to a local staff, not a call center reading from a script.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between a smart lock and access control?
One smart lock for one door for one family or small property. An access control system is a centralized system that controls electronic locks over various entrances and users.
How much will it cost to change our doors to electronic locks?
It depends on how many doors, what kind of locking hardware and credentials you want, and if we are beginning from scratch or upgrading an existing system. We will walk the property with you and offer you a precise price.
Are our doors wired for this?
Some configurations require wires, while others can operate wirelessly. We'll look at your particular doors and advise you on what needs to be done before we start any work.
Is there a way to remotely control locks at several Treasure Valley locations?
Yes, with cloud-based systems you can manage locks across several buildings or locations from a single dashboard.
What happens to the locks when there is no power?
That depends on whether that particular door is fail-safe or fail-secure. We make that determination during design, depending on fire regulations and how that door is to be utilized. The system is also designed with battery backup to protect against short outages.
Do your locks work with current CCTV or alarm systems?
Yes, most of the time we can integrate your smart locks with existing video and alarm systems.
How long does it take to install?
It depends on the number of doors and the complexity of the system. After the on-site walkthrough, we will add a timetable to your quote.
Can I add more doors or users later?
Yes, these solutions are built to grow with your business.
Are the locks ADA and fire code compliant?
In the system design we consider fire code egress requirements and ADA accessible entrance points.
Do you support the system after installation or simply install it?
We give continued assistance after the installation is complete including changing credentials, troubleshooting and expanding the system.
Ready to Talk Through Your Doors
If you have one door to convert or an entire building on one system, we will walk your property, tell you honestly what it needs, and conduct the installation and support ourselves. Call Baldwin Lock & Key to set up a consultation.
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