Access Control Installation

Several variables shape the final price: the number of doors being equipped, the type of hardware selected (a standalone keypad costs less to install than a networked multi-door fob system with a central controller), whether the door requires a new mortise lock body or can use existing hardware, the complexity of the wiring run to the power supply, and whether the call falls outside standard business hours. Travel distance within the Atlanta metro is also a factor. We always confirm an exact up-front price before any work begins, so there are no surprises on the invoice.

Many access control system repair calls are resolved without full replacement. Common fixable issues include a failed solenoid inside the electric strike, a faulty power supply, loose or corroded wiring connections, and corrupted controller firmware that can often be restored or re-flashed. We diagnose the root cause first. If repair is viable and cost-effective, we do that. If the controller is end-of-life, the hardware is physically damaged beyond repair, or the system no longer meets your security needs, we will explain the case for access control system replacement honestly and walk you through the options.

A mortise lock is installed inside a pocket (mortise) cut into the door edge rather than bolted onto the door face. This makes the lock body integral to the door structure, which resists forced entry attempts far more effectively than a surface-mounted deadbolt or cylindrical lock. When paired with an electric strike or a solenoid-driven latch, a mortise lock access control setup gives you both the mechanical strength of a heavy-duty commercial lock and the flexibility of credential-based entry. It is the preferred hardware for high-traffic commercial doors in Atlanta office buildings, retail spaces, and multi-tenant properties — especially older brick construction where door integrity matters.

We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays, and our technicians are mobile across the Atlanta metro — from Buckhead and Midtown to College Park, Smyrna, Norcross, and beyond. Response time depends on where you are located and current demand, but we aim to give you an honest estimated arrival window when you call. Dial (470) 681-9505 at any hour and a live team member will take your information, confirm the service needed, and dispatch the nearest available technician.

Our technicians take a damage-free approach wherever the door and frame construction allow it. For electric strike installation, we measure the strike pocket carefully and use the appropriate chisel or router work to fit the unit cleanly without cracking the frame. Mortise lock installation requires a precise cut inside the door edge — we use professional-grade equipment to keep the cut clean and tight. Surface-mount readers and keypads require only small cable pass-through holes. We assess the door material before starting and flag any structural considerations upfront. The goal is always a clean, professional finish that does not compromise the door's integrity.

Yes, and in many Atlanta commercial applications this is the right choice. A mechanical key cylinder can be integrated into a mortise lock access control setup so that a physical key still operates the lock in the event of a power failure or system fault — which matters for fire-code compliance and emergency egress planning. We can configure your system so the electronic credential is the primary entry method while the key cylinder serves as a backup. We can also re-key that cylinder to a new key at the time of installation so previous keyholders no longer have access.