How many locks use the same key?

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They're called keyed-alike locks and are sold in many big name hardware stores. It's something homeowners need to know. "You might need three locks, but there may be 10 on the shelf, they are all the same key," said Ron Boddie with B&B Locksmiths. 16 мая 2013 г.

Can 2 locks have the same key?

Keyed alike means one key fits all locks, for example your front and back door locks can both use the same key or every lock in an office can use the same key. Having your locks keyed alike is very beneficial if you want to open & close all your door locks with one key.

Can the same key Open different locks?

One of the most common questions we receive from customers is whether it's possible to use the same keys for multiple locks on their homes. The best response to this question is not necessarily an easy answer. In general, the answer is yes.

Should you have the same key for all doors?

Ultimately, whether you choose to have your deadbolt and door lock open with the same key is your choice. There isn't necessarily a one size fits all answer. If you want to have separate keys for a door that currently uses only one key, it is easy enough for a locksmith to set it up for you.

Do all master locks use the same key?

In a Master Keyed system, a master key opens all the locks in the system although each lock also has its own unique key. This permits organizing master key systems along departmental or other functional lines to allow supervisory or emergency access.

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