We recommend businesses rekey their locks anywhere from 9 months to 3 years. You can base this decision on a few factors such as the company’s turnover rate, how easy the keys are to copy (i.e., are they high-security keys?), the value of what you’re trying to protect. The more these factors present security threats, the more regularly you should be rekeying your locks.
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CIRCUMSTANCES WHEN YOU SHOULD REKEY THE LOCKS IMMEDIATELY
There are some circumstances where it is essential to rekey your locks right away. These include:
- Someone that should not have access to your key may have access.
- Someone that has left the company or touched the key is a security risk.
- Someone has already broken into your business.
- If you have any basis to believe that there is a risk to any of your locks or keys, rekeying them right away should be your priority.
LOCK AND KEY ALTERNATIVES
Every time someone encounters one of these keys, there is a risk that they made a copy that they can use for sinister purposes in the future. In a perfect world, you would be able to use a key card or electronic access system to change the locks frequently, so that no one can ever make a copy of your key without your knowledge. Additionally, most access systems keep a record log of entry and are immediately adjusted for your businesses’ individual needs.
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