Access Control Locks: Types, Benefits & Cost
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Many businesses have started making the switch to access control locks due to convenience and security purposes. Often, when a business is looking to get access control locks, they’re asking: What is the best type of access control lock? What are the benefits of these systems? And how much do access control systems cost?
Your Arizona locksmith at PickNick Locksmith is here to dive in and answer your commonly asked questions on access control locks…
What are the benefits of access control systems?
There are numerous benefits for businesses with access control systems.
For one, rather than having to carry a key, you can simply swipe a card or punch in a number. If a key card is ever lost, you can easily deactivate the card.
Do you need to control who comes in and out of a building? No problem! Many access control systems allow you to set that up.
Check out our blog Benefits of Access Control Locks for Businesses for more reasons to make the switch!
What is the best access control system for my business?
There are three primary access control systems: traditional wired, stand alone, and single door wired.
Traditional Wired
If your business has a lot of doors, we would recommend going with the traditional wired system. Traditional wired access control systems involve wiring through your electrical system. They generally have a power supply, a controller to control the system, and software to make edits and changes to door codes. For pricing on these systems, please contact your local Arizona locksmith at PickNick Locksmith
Best for: large businesses or corporations
Standalone System
Next, we have the standalone access control system, which we recommend for small businesses in Arizona. These are individual systems that are set up on individual doors, and installation is much simpler, resulting in lower costs.
The standalone systems generally have a key card to swipe or a pin to enter through the door.
Best for: small businesses
Single Door
Like the standalone system, the single door system is on a single door (or sometimes up to two doors, but like the traditional wired system, it requires wiring. Unlike the traditional wired, though, the system can be plugged into a nearby outlet rather that connecting wires throughout your building.
Best for: small businesses
How much do access control locks cost?
Before providing the cost per access control lock, you’ll need to decide on the type of access control lock you want (PickNick Locksmith can help determine the best lock for you). From there, you can expect the cost of the system itself and the installation fee. It’s important to keep in mind, the more doors you have, the greater the price. That said, this can range anywhere from $400 – $3,500 per door.
For more information on access control locks and for accurate pricing, please call PickNick Locksmith, and Arizona locksmith, at (480) 432-5773.