Rental between tenants
A tenant returned two keys but you handed out three. Restricted keyway locks mean each new tenant starts with fresh keys that standard blanks won't fit.
Rental propertyHigh-Security Locks in Georgia
High-security locks fit owners who want to control who can copy their keys. We install restricted keyway locks for homes, rentals and businesses across Greater Atlanta.
24/7 emergency service
Dispatched from Dunwoody YES
Greater Atlanta area
When a high-security lock makes sense
We start with how you use the space, then choose the hardware. These are the situations where key control earns its place.
Home office with client files
A key control lock on a home office door means only the people you approve hold keys to the room where records are kept.
Home officesShared storage room
Garage or basement storage holding tools or records. Look for pick and bump resistance, meaning lock parts built to resist common entry tricks.
Storage roomsBusiness with staff changes
Part-time staff come and go. Restricted keys on main doors use a patented key profile, so only approved sources can make blanks.
Small businessesHomes, rentals, and businesses
We install high-security locks wherever controlling key copies matters. Tell us about the door and who holds keys right now, and we'll help you choose.
- Homes
- Rental properties
- Businesses and storefronts
How a high-security installation comes together
Diagnostics
We look at the door, frame and current hardware, and ask who should hold keys today. That list becomes the starting point for key control.
Implementation
We fit the new cylinder or lockset, hand over your keys, and explain how future copies work for your system.
Post-service testing
We test every key in every lock. The bolt should throw fully, the door should close without drag, and the latch should meet the strike cleanly.
Related lock services
A high-security lock isn't the only answer. Depending on the door and what you need, one of these may fit better:
High-security lock service areas
- Dunwoody
- Greater Atlanta
- Alpharetta
- Roswell
- Decatur
- Peachtree City
- Surrounding communities
- Residential rekeyChanges the pins in the cylinder so old keys stop working.
- Deadbolt installationA sturdier deadbolt for a loose door or a bolt that barely reaches the frame.
- Master key systemsSeveral units or doors on one key setup.
- Commercial locksmithLock work for storefronts, offices and other business doors.
- Smart lock installationKeyless and app-controlled locks fitted to your door.
High-security locks FAQ
How much does a high-security lock cost to install?
Three things set the price: the hardware, the number of doors, and the key system. Swapping only the lock cylinder often costs less than a full lockset. The cylinder is the part where the key goes in. Restricted hardware generally costs more than a standard lock. Call (678) 338-8566 with your door count and key list for a quote. We dispatch from Dunwoody across Greater Atlanta.
How long does it take to get high-security locks put in?
We respond the same day you call, at any hour. Time on site comes down to how many doors you have and what the frames need. Some restricted systems must be ordered first, and that can add time. Our 10-person team dispatches from 1340 Center Dr. in Dunwoody. We test every key in every lock before we leave.
What's the difference between a high security lock and a normal deadbolt?
Restricted keyways are the main difference. A restricted keyway is a key shape that standard key blanks do not fit. Many also use a patented key profile, which is a key design protected by law. Only approved sources can make blanks for it. Most add pick and bump resistance too. That means the lock parts are built to resist common entry tricks.
Can my tenant still get a copy made at a hardware store kiosk?
No. A key blank is the uncut key that a copy starts from. Standard blanks will not fit a restricted key, so a kiosk cannot cut one. Copies run through key control, a system that tracks who may copy a key. Many systems tie copies to an approved signer or ID card. That is why landlords choose restricted keyway locks for rental property.
Do I have to replace the whole lock or just the cylinder?
Often, only the lock cylinder needs to change. The cylinder is the part where the key goes in. If the deadbolt body and strike plate are solid, we can keep them. The strike plate is the metal plate in the frame that catches the bolt. A loose door or short bolt may call for a full lockset instead. Georgia's humid summers can swell wood doors, so we check the latch fit too.
What happens if I lose a high-security key or need another one?
Copies go through the approved source for your lock's key system. Many systems ask the approved signer to make that request. That keeps key control in your hands, so you decide who gets a copy. At install, we explain exactly how copies work for your system. Can't account for a missing key? Call (678) 338-8566. We're available 24/7. ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does a high-security lock cost to install?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Three things set the price: the hardware, the number of doors, and the key system. Swapping only the lock cylinder often costs less than a full lockset. The cylinder