What Is a Master Key System and Do I Need One?
How does a master key system work and is it right for my business?
A master key system lets one master key open many doors while each door also has its own unique key. The pins inside each lock are arranged so two different cuts both work.
For a small office in Marvin, NC, a 2-level system is typical: each employee gets a key to their own office, and the owner carries one master that opens everything. For larger commercial buildings, you can layer in grand masters and sub-masters by department, floor or function.
It saves real money — staff cannot accidentally walk away with a master, lost keys only require rekeying one door instead of every lock, and you keep a clear key-issuance log.
Master systems require careful planning. We design the chart on paper first, then cut and pin every cylinder to match. Rekeying a master system later is easy as long as the original chart is preserved.
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