It can be easy to forget that certain home services are beneficial for both condominiums and apartments. Many of us think that these are only for people who own single-family residences. But this couldn’t be further from the truth for certain industries.
Take locksmithing, for example.
Multi-unit buildings often have more stringent security requirements than even single-tenant properties. Whether you own or rent a high-rise residential apartment or a space in a multi-story commercial building, here are some ways a locksmith can help give you peace of mind.
1. Rekeying Your Unit
If you own your unit, make sure you rekey it immediately upon moving in so that no one has access to it—whether it’s a past resident or someone unknown. If you rent, you can check with your landlord to see if this has happened (and request it if not). Either way, a locksmith can work with you or the building owner to easily rekey your unit and give you peace of mind.
2. Adding Locks to Your Door or Window
Additional security is always welcome, especially for your front door or window, as these are two of the most common areas of an apartment or condo where people break in. While a more prevalent issue for spaces on the lower floors, it’s a wise idea regardless of your unit’s location. A locksmith can install an impact-resistant additional lock that can only be unlocked from the inside, for example, or increase the security of your windows via a locking bar or other mechanism.
3. Installing a Doorbell Camera
Adding a front door camera is another good security measure to take, whether you get frequent visitors or not. Opening the door to check who is there is a security mistake, but a camera will let you check first from the safety of your interior. While cameras used to be an issue with landlords due to old models that had to be drilled into the building, newer models aren’t as invasive and more landlords are open to them.
4. Helping During an Emergency
If you’re locked out of your condo or apartment and building management or maintenance isn’t there, a locksmith can help. This is especially helpful during emergency situations, such as when a child is left alone inside or an elderly person has fallen. A professional locksmith can help you quickly access the unit again.
5. Repairing Locks or Locking Mechanisms
If the door, window or safe locks in your multi-unit property is compromised due to age, damage or another factor, a locksmith can help repair it. Again, if you rent, you might want to ask the landlord first (or make sure you’ll be compensated), but if you own, it makes sense to get these issues addressed right away.
These are just a few ways locksmiths can help with multi-unit properties like high-rise apartments and condominiums. To learn more and request a consultation or no-obligation quote, contact A-1 Locksmith today.
