Access Control Systems

Access Control Systems Washington DC

Not every commercial door needs a physical key. Keypad entry, electronic locks, and controlled-access hardware let you manage who gets in, when, and without handing out keys that can be lost or copied. Washington DC Locks and Doors installs and services access control hardware for offices, retail spaces, and multi-tenant buildings across DC.

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What Access Control Includes

Access control covers a range of hardware depending on how your property operates and what you're trying to control:

Upgrading an Existing Door to Access Control

In most cases, an existing commercial door can be upgraded to keypad or electronic access without replacing the door itself. We assess your current hardware, including the lock, strike, and frame, and install access control components that work with what's already there. If the door or frame needs work first, we handle that as part of the same job.

Keypad and Code Entry

Keypad entry is a straightforward way to control access without issuing physical keys. Codes can be shared with staff or tenants and changed when needed, which is useful for businesses with turnover or multiple people needing entry.

Electric Strikes and Controlled Entry

Electric strikes let a door be released remotely or through a connected access system, which is common for front entrances, lobbies, and doors that need to be buzzed open. We install and wire electric strikes as part of a larger access control setup or as a standalone upgrade.

Employee Access Without Keys

For offices and multi-tenant buildings, access control removes the risk of lost or copied keys and lets you manage who has access to which doors. We can advise on which setup makes sense for your building's layout and how your staff or tenants actually move through the property.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can an existing commercial door be upgraded to access control?
A: In most cases, yes. We evaluate your current door, lock, and frame first, and install access control hardware that works with the existing setup wherever possible.
A: A keypad controls entry with a code instead of a key. An electric strike is the hardware that physically releases the door, often triggered by a keypad, buzzer, or connected access system. The two are frequently used together.
A: Yes, we install and coordinate access control across multiple doors and, for property managers, across multiple buildings.
A: Often, yes. We assess your current hardware before recommending a setup, and will tell you upfront if something needs to be replaced rather than upgraded.
A: Yes, we can update codes and adjust your access control setup as your business or tenant needs change.

Need an Access Control System for Your Washington, DC Property?
Call Washington DC Locks and Doors at (202) 919-5727 to talk through your options.