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Expertise
I am knowledgeable in almost every area of Locksmithing. This includes locks, keys, lost keys, residential and commercial lockouts, rekeying, masterkeying, high security locks, access control, electric locks, security cameras and home safety. I have been running an online business since 2004 where I sell all types of lock and security hardware to everyone from apartment renters to business owners to the US government. Before that I started a locksmith service in 1999. I deal with many types of security equipment including high security safe locks, heavy duty padlocks, exit devices, biometric readers, electric strikes, magnetic locks, full surface hinges and I only sell what I personally stand behind 100%. The online business has given me a more in-depth look at the locksmithing industry, helping me to learn more about each and every product that I offer, as well as products I don't have but end up finding for customers to solve any issues they have with security or door hardware.

Please don't submit any automotive or safe questions as these aren't areas that I can help in.

Experience
I have been Locksmithing since 1999 and own my own Locksmithing business. I have many years of hands-on experience through the many services I have performed for my customers. I've run my business the way I wanted, treating everyone as I would like to be treated and knowing that any customer could be my last if I didn't perform my locksmithing duties as I had promised.

Organizations
Montana Locksmith Association

Education/Credentials
I have a diploma in Masterkeying, Advanced Locksmithing & Locksmithing from Foley-Belsaw.

Past/Present Clients
US government, colleges, schools, city and state governments, large and small corporations, home owners.

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Locksmithing - Lost key - Master

Expert: James - 10/30/2009

Question
Hi,

I recently lost one set of my keys ( Schlage lock ) to the apartment. I now have two options, either rekey or buy new key.
My landlord says, the new key should be accesible by Master. What does that mean. Can I buy any new same model Schlage lock. Do I have to get locksmith to accomplish this? If so does the locksmith need the master key?

Unfortunately, my landlord is not giving me any info. Possible that she doesn't know herself. All she is saying is it should work with master.

Please advice.

Thanks

Answer
Hello,

The landlord uses a master key to access their rental properties. If you buy a new lock you'll have to get it rekeyed so that their master key will operate it, in addition to a key that you can use. They will need the master key to rekey the lock and I wouldn't advise anyone but a locksmith doing that for you.

James
www.jmlock.com

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