Question 1

What is a master key system?

Accepted Answer

A master key system gives each user a key that opens only their assigned door(s), while giving management a single master key that opens everything. Common in offices, multi-tenant buildings, schools, hospitals, and hotels — anywhere you need tiered access without carrying dozens of keys.

Question 2

How much does a master key system cost?

Accepted Answer

Service call starts at $49; master key system pricing depends on the number of doors, tiers of access, and whether you use standard or restricted keyways. Every system is scoped and quoted before we cut a single pin.

Question 3

Can you design a system for my building?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Falcon Locksmith designs 2-level, 3-level, and grand master systems across Denver Metro. We map every door, tenant, and role; produce a pinning chart; and document everything so future changes stay coordinated.

Question 4

Do you use restricted keyways?

Accepted Answer

Yes on request. Restricted (patented) keyways prevent unauthorized key duplication — hardware stores can't copy them. Ideal for property managers, schools, healthcare facilities, and anywhere key control matters.

Question 5

What happens when a tenant loses a key?

Accepted Answer

For non-restricted keyways, we cut a replacement. For restricted, we cut authorized replacements only with the correct authorization. If the loss creates a security concern, we rekey the affected cylinders while keeping the master key valid — a properly designed system limits the blast radius.

Question 6

Can you expand my existing master key system?

Accepted Answer

Yes provided the original system was designed with expansion in mind. Bring us the existing pinning chart or key bitting and we'll evaluate the expansion path.

Question 7

How long does master key installation take?

Accepted Answer

Design and cutting are typically a few days for larger systems. Installation at each door is 15–30 minutes per cylinder. Scheduling is flexible around your business operations.

Question 8

Do you install SFIC (Small Format Interchangeable Core) systems?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SFIC cores are ideal for buildings where you need to rekey doors quickly without removing hardware — pull the core, drop in a new one. Common in schools, offices, and institutional properties.

Question 9

Can you document our system for future reference?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every system we install ships with a pinning chart, key bitting list, and door assignment map. Store it securely — that document is the blueprint for future changes.

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