Protecting Your Business in Howard County
Whether you operate a retail store on Main Street, a medical office near Community Howard Regional Health, a warehouse on Kokomo's industrial corridor, or a restaurant anywhere in Howard County, your security needs are unique. Unlike residential properties, businesses face threats from multiple angles: employee access management, customer-facing entry points, valuable inventory, and sensitive data.
After nearly four decades of commercial locksmith work in Kokomo and the surrounding area, we've developed expertise in exactly what local businesses need. Here's a comprehensive look at commercial locksmith services and what they can do for your operation.
Access Control Systems
Access control systems have replaced traditional keys for many businesses—and for good reason. They allow you to:
- Control who can enter which areas and when
- Eliminate the cost and hassle of rekeying when employees leave
- Generate access logs for security audits
- Integrate with alarm and camera systems
We install keypad systems, card reader systems, and biometric (fingerprint) entry systems. Entry-level systems start around $300–$500 per door installed; enterprise solutions scale from there.
Master Key Systems
A master key system is one of the most cost-effective commercial security investments available. With a properly designed master key hierarchy, you can have:
- Individual keys for each employee (access only to their areas)
- Department-level master keys (for managers)
- A grand master key (for ownership)
This eliminates key proliferation, reduces liability, and simplifies access management. We design and install custom master key systems for businesses throughout Kokomo and Howard County.
Panic Bar (Exit Device) Installation
Required by code in many commercial occupancies, panic bars (also called crash bars or exit devices) ensure that building occupants can always exit in an emergency. We install and service:
- Rim exit devices
- Mortise exit devices
- Surface-mounted vertical rod devices
- Concealed vertical rod devices
We also handle ADA compliance for commercial door hardware—essential for businesses open to the public.
Commercial Lock Rekeying
Every time an employee leaves your company, you face a security decision. Replacing all locks is expensive. Rekeying is the smart alternative—it costs a fraction of replacement and leaves previous keyholders locked out permanently.
We recommend rekeying after:
- Employee terminations (especially contentious ones)
- Theft incidents or suspected security breaches
- Moving into a new commercial space
- Major staff turnover
High-Security Locks
Standard commercial locks can be picked, bumped, or drilled by experienced intruders. High-security locks use patented keyways, hardened steel components, and anti-manipulation features that resist attack. Brands we trust include Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, and ASSA Abloy.
After-Hours and Emergency Commercial Service
Lockouts don't respect business hours. If a manager gets locked out of your facility at 6 AM before opening, or your break-in alarm triggers at 2 AM, we're available 24/7 to respond anywhere in Howard County.
Schedule a Commercial Security Assessment
The best way to understand your business's security needs is a professional assessment. We'll walk your facility, identify vulnerabilities, and provide a written quote for recommended improvements—at no obligation. Call (765) 434-1881 or use our contact form to get started.
About the Author
This article was written by the team at Affordable Locksmith — Kokomo, Indiana's trusted locksmith since 1985. Our content is based on real-world experience with thousands of lock and key situations throughout Howard County.