A locked shop or office costs time and sales by the minute. The temptation is to force the door. Usually that's the expensive choice.
Why not force it?
Commercial doors use mortise locks, narrow-stile glass doors and exit devices. Forcing them can crack glass, bend frames and wreck hardware that's costly to replace. A locksmith can usually open them without damage.
What to have ready
- Proof that you own or manage the business
- The address and which door is locked
- Whether there's an alarm, and who can disarm it
Not always the front door
Office doors, file cabinets and safes lock people out too. They can be opened, and then rekeyed or fitted with new locks.
Preventing the next one
- Keep a spare key off site with a trusted manager.
- Use a master key system so supervisors can open any door.
- Put keypad locks on staff doors.
See commercial locksmith services or call 714-660-0107.
