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Access Control Installation
From fingerprint and facial recognition biometrics to keycard readers, mobile credentials, and cloud-based management, our certified technicians design and install access control systems that give you precise control over who enters every door — at any scale.
Lock & Tech USA
Since 1989, we’ve been securing homes and businesses across NYC and New Jersey with professional security solutions you can trust. Our licensed technicians provide 24/7 emergency service, using only the latest technology and backed by comprehensive warranties on all installations.
No Matter Your Access Control Need, You Can Count on Us
- Your business requires biometric fingerprint or facial recognition readers at secure entry points
- You want keycard or key fob access replacing traditional lock-and-key entry
- Your team needs mobile credentials to unlock doors using their smartphones
- You need cloud-based management to add or revoke access instantly from anywhere
- Your facility requires multi-level access with different permissions per zone or floor
- You want a keypad system installed as a standalone or secondary access method
- Your elevator, turnstile, or gate needs electronic access control integration
- You need palm vein or iris scan readers for maximum-security restricted areas
- Your system needs to integrate with cameras that record every access event
- You want detailed access logs showing who entered which door and when
- You need a fully customized system designed around your specific security requirements
At Lock and Tech USA, we understand the importance of safeguarding your business, home, or any other secured environment. That’s why we specialize in providing state-of-the-art access control solutions that offer complete peace of mind — backed by transparent warranties, professional support, and service across the greater New York metropolitan area.
Access Control Systems Tailored to Your Needs
Lock and Tech USA offers a comprehensive suite of access control systems, including biometric scanners, card readers, electronic locks, mobile credential systems, turnstiles, elevator control integration, and more. Our systems are designed to ensure that only authorized individuals can access specific areas, providing an enhanced layer of security for any property type.
Whether you need to protect a single office or a sprawling industrial complex, we have the expertise and technology to create a tailored solution that fits your unique requirements. We service residential, commercial, industrial, municipal, and government facilities — and we cover multi-site and multi-location projects across a 75-mile radius from Midtown Manhattan.
What Types of Access Control Systems Do We Install?
We install and configure the full spectrum of access control technologies, including:
- Card readers — HID proximity and smart cards, RFID/NFC
- Keypads and PIN entry systems
- Biometric systems — fingerprint scanners and facial recognition
- Mobile credentials — Bluetooth and NFC-based access via smartphone
- Video intercom systems
- Electric strikes and magnetic locks
- Turnstiles and speed gates
- Elevator control integration
- Multi-site centralized management platforms
We also integrate access control seamlessly with your existing security infrastructure — including video surveillance, alarm systems, and building management systems.
Brands and Technologies We Work With
Primary partners:
- Kerisys
- Rosslare Security
- Hartmann Controls
- Paxton Access
- Brivo
Also experienced with:
- HID Global
- ASSA ABLOY
- Honeywell
- Johnson Controls
- Bosch
- Siemens
- Schneider Electric
- Allegion
- LenelS2
- Genetec
- Gallagher
- Avigilon
- Openpath
- ICT
- Suprema
- ZKTeco
- Kisi
- ButterflyMX
- Swiftlane
- Latch
- SALTO Systems
- Open Options
- Hikvision
- Dahua Technology
- Hanwha Vision
- IDEMIA
- NEC Corporation
- Bio-Key
- Schlage
- Yale
- Dormakaba
- Hafele
- AMAG Technology
- Gunnebo
- TDSi
- Napco Security Technologies
- Anviz
- Matrix Comsec
- Virdi
- eSSL
If your facility already uses a specific platform, we can work with it.
Biometric Access Control Systems
Biometric access control is one of the most popular and reliable security solutions on the market today — combining unmatched security with everyday convenience. Unlike keycards or PINs, your biometric credential is always with you and cannot be shared, lost, or duplicated.
Types of biometric access we install include:
- Palm vein — Uses infrared light to map the unique vein pattern inside your hand. Because the credential is internal, it is among the most tamper-resistant biometric methods available.
- Fingerprint — The most widely recognized biometric, with a long, proven track record.
- Iris scan — Uses high-resolution infrared imaging to create a highly detailed, unique map of the iris for near-instant identification.
- Facial recognition — Increasingly common in high-traffic environments; allows contactless, hands-free access.
Modern biometric systems also feature liveness detection, which ensures that access is only granted to a living person — not a photograph or replica — making them far more resistant to spoofing than traditional access tokens.
Why Are Biometrics Used in Security Systems?
Traditional access systems are subject to a critical vulnerability: objects and data can be shared or stolen, granting access to unauthorized individuals. Physical tokens like keycards and fobs can be lost, duplicated, or handed off to someone else. PIN codes can be shared with anyone instantly.
Biometrics eliminate these vulnerabilities. Your unique biometric is always with you — you cannot lose your fingerprints or share your iris pattern. Even the least secure biometric system offers stronger protection than traditional access methods.
Benefits of Biometric Access Control
- Security — Biometrics use a person’s unique biology, making unauthorized access extremely difficult.
- Difficult to duplicate — Unlike keycards, biometrics are nearly impossible to copy, especially with modern liveness tests.
- Easy permission management — Revoke access instantly from the console dashboard without replacing hardware.
- Convenience — Authorized users always have their credential with them — no card to forget or lose.
- Efficiency — Identification in under a second, eliminating delays from manual checks, passwords, or PINs.
- Reduced costs — Less need for security staff, zero keycard replacement costs, and strong protection for high-value assets.
Keys, Fobs, and ID Cards
Keycards, proximity cards, fobs, and smart ID cards remain a standard component of many access control deployments — and we support all formats, including HID proximity cards, RFID/NFC cards, magnetic stripe cards, and smart chip cards.
A keycard grants access through electrically-powered doors via tap (proximity), swipe, or insert readers. An embedded credential on the card is read by the reader, and if recognized, the door lock receives a signal to unlock — typically in under a second.
We also offer cloud-based mobile access control, which allows users to unlock doors using their smartphones via Bluetooth or NFC. As a cloud-hosted solution, administrators benefit from real-time management dashboards, remote access control, and data analytics — without the overhead of local server infrastructure.
Keypad Door Control Systems
PIN pads and keypads are a practical and cost-effective option for lower-sensitivity access points, or as a secondary factor in a multi-credential system. We install standalone keypads, IP-connected pin pads, and keypad-integrated door locks. For environments requiring stronger accountability, we recommend combining keypads with biometric or card-based authentication, since PIN codes can be shared or forgotten without any audit trail.
Why Choose Lock and Tech USA for Access Control?
Cutting-Edge Technology
Our solutions are built using the latest platforms and credentials — from biometrics and mobile access to cloud management — ensuring reliable performance and seamless integration with your existing infrastructure.
Warranties That Cover Parts and Labor
All access control installations come with a 90-day mechanical warranty and a 12-month electrical warranty, covering both parts and labor. Repair work is performed without a warranty. This gives you full transparency on what is covered and when.
Professional Installation with On-Site Training
After every completed installation, our technicians conduct a full on-site walkthrough to train your staff and administrators on system operation, including mobile app setup and configuration. You’ll leave the session confident in managing your own system.
Fast, Reliable Service
We cover a 75-mile radius from Midtown Manhattan and support multi-location deployments. Our typical response time for service calls is 20–40 minutes (up to one hour). Standard service hours apply for access control jobs; 24/7 emergency response is available for locksmith services. There are no additional charges for after-hours, weekend, or holiday service calls.
Flexible Payment Options
We accept cash, wire transfer, ACH, credit/debit card, check, Zelle, and Venmo. For commercial clients, we offer invoicing and business accounts. Payment is typically structured as a partial deposit upfront, with the balance collected upon job completion — adjusted based on project scope.
Compliance and Standards
We adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations, ensuring our systems meet or exceed industry standards. Prior to beginning work, we require a signed contract and, where applicable, a tax exemption form. These requirements apply equally to residential, rental, and commercial clients. Work does not begin until all documentation has been submitted and verified.
Frequently Asked Questions
What warranty do you provide on access control installations?
All installations are covered by a 90-day mechanical warranty and a 12-month electrical warranty, covering both parts and labor. Please note that repair work does not carry a warranty.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency service for access control?
24/7 emergency response is available for locksmith services. Access control service calls are handled during normal business hours, with a typical on-site response time of 20–40 minutes (up to one hour).
Are there extra charges for after-hours, weekend, or holiday calls?
No. We do not charge additional rates for after-hours, weekend, or holiday service.
What is your service area?
We service locations within a 75-mile radius of Midtown Manhattan and are fully equipped to handle multi-site and multi-location projects.
Do you help with mobile app setup?
Yes. Mobile app setup and configuration is included as part of the installation walkthrough conducted by our technician upon project completion.
What documents are required before work begins?
We require a signed contract and, where applicable, a tax exemption form. This applies equally to residential, rental, and commercial clients. Work does not begin until all documentation has been submitted — if documents cannot be provided immediately, we wait until everything is in order before proceeding.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, wire transfer, ACH, credit/debit card, check, Zelle, and Venmo. Commercial clients may also set up invoicing or a business account.
When is payment due?
Payment structure depends on the size of the job. Typically, a partial deposit is collected before work begins, with the remaining balance due upon completion.
Contact us today to discuss your access control needs. Let Lock and Tech USA design a security solution that gives you complete control over who accesses your premises — with the expertise, technology, and service you can rely on.
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