Tired of carrying a bunch of keys for every door? MCIA Locksmith designs, supplies, and installs master key systems and keyed-alike locks for homes, landlords, and businesses across Cricklewood, Brent Cross, and the surrounding areas. One key can open several doors, and each person only has access to the areas they need.
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A keyed alike system means several locks use cylinders that all work with the same key. Each lock opens with that one key, so you don’t need a different key for every door.
It’s a practical choice for:
A master key system gives each person access only to the doors they need, while one authorised master key opens every door in the system.
For example, a tenant’s key opens only their flat, while the landlord’s master key opens every flat and the communal areas. Each user’s key works only on their own lock, but the master key overrides all of them.
MCIA Locksmith designs and installs master key systems for:
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We’ll recommend the right option during your free assessment.
Every building is different. We assess your doors, users and security needs, then design a system to match, rather than offering a one-size-fits-all package.
Where practical, we incorporate your existing locks into the system to help keep costs down.
We can upgrade to high-security cylinders for extra protection against lock snapping, bumping and picking. Ask us about options that meet recognised standards such as British Standard BS 3621 and the TS 007 kitemark.
Give tenants, staff and contractors exactly the access they need and nothing more.
Lost a key or need more? We can supply replacements and extra keys, and advise you on key control to prevent unauthorised copying.
We’re based at 1 Sheldon Road, NW2 3AL, so we’re close to the areas we serve. Find out more about us.
We install master key and keyed alike systems across Brent Cross, Cricklewood and nearby areas, including:
If you’re nearby but don’t see your area listed, get in touch, and we’ll let you know if we can help.
The cost depends on the number of doors, the cylinder type, and the level of security you need. We provide a free, no-obligation quotation after assessing your property.
In many cases, yes. If your existing cylinders are suitable, we can re-pin or replace them so they work with the same key. We’ll tell you honestly if replacing them would be better value or more secure.
Yes, when it’s designed and managed properly. Using quality cylinders, controlling who holds the master key and keeping a record of key holders all help keep the system secure.
Yes. Landlords and property managers often use them so that tenants can access only their own property. In contrast, the landlord or agent can access every unit when needed, within the tenancy agreement and legal requirements.
We can complete most small installations in a single visit. Larger commercial or multi-building systems may take longer, and we’ll give you a clear timescale in your quotation.
Usually, yes. A well-planned system can be extended, so it’s worth telling us about any plans during the assessment.
Yes. We can supply additional keys for your system. For added security, ask us about restricted key systems that prevent unauthorised copying.
When planning a system for a business or shared building, remember that fire exits must remain easy to open from the inside in an emergency. Read the government’s guidance on workplace fire safety responsibilities. For wider advice on securing your premises, see Secured by Design, the police-backed crime prevention initiative.
Speak to MCIA Locksmith today for a free assessment and quotation tailored to your property’s doors, users and security requirements.
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