5 Door Lock Mistakes That Are Costing Your Tampa Business Money

Bad Locks. Real Money Lost.

You wouldn’t leave your cash drawer open.
But many Tampa business owners are losing money every day through poor lock systems—without realizing it.

At Pro On The Go Locksmith, we’ve helped dozens of local businesses plug security leaks and cut costs—just by fixing their door locks.

Here are the top 5 door lock mistakes we see in Tampa—and what it’s costing you.

Table of Contents

1. Mistake #1: Using Residential-Grade Locks on Commercial Doors

2. Mistake #2: Not Rekeying After Turnover

3. Mistake #3: Cheap or DIY Keypad Locks

4. Mistake #4: Ignoring Back Doors & Side Entrances

5. Mistake #5: No Master Key or Access Plan

6. Bonus: What These Mistakes Are Really Costing You

7. What to Do Now (Before It Costs More)

Mistake #1: Using Residential-Grade Locks on Commercial Doors

Residential deadbolts weren’t made for the wear-and-tear of business use.

But we still find these on:

• Retail storefronts

• Clinic offices

• Restaurant back doors

• Storage units in strip malls

Why it costs you money:
They break faster, jam during rush hour, and are easier to pick or bump.

Fix: Install Grade 1 commercial locks that meet ANSI standards.

Mistake #2: Not Rekeying After Employee Turnover

Your old assistant manager? The fired maintenance guy?
They may still have a copy of the keys.

And we’ve seen them use it.

Why it costs you money:

• Theft of inventory or equipment

• Lawsuits over access violations

• Loss of employee trust

Fix: Rekey locks immediately after staff changes. We do same-day rekeying for Tampa businesses.

Mistake #3: Cheap or DIY Keypad Locks

Not all smart locks are created equal.

Cheap keypad locks from big-box stores:

• Can be picked with a screwdriver

• Fail in Florida humidity

• Lose battery power without notice

Why it costs you money:
Locked-out staff. Security breaches. Warranty voids. Lost sales during downtime.

Fix: Use commercial-grade keypads like Schlage or Alarm Lock—installed and maintained by pros.

Mistake #4: Ignoring Back Doors & Side Entrances

Most break-ins happen through back or side access points—the ones employees use.

We’ve seen everything from:

• Doors propped open with rocks

• Rusted locks no longer working

• Weak strike plates that pop open

Why it costs you money:
Insurance claims denied. Inventory stolen. Safety risks for employees.

Fix: Upgrade all perimeter locks, not just your main entrance.

Mistake #5: No Master Key or Access Control Plan

Does everyone have keys to everything?

Without a key hierarchy or access plan, you’re wide open to:

• Internal theft

• Key duplication

• Chaos during emergencies

Why it costs you money:
Lost time. Lockouts. Risk exposure. Total rekeying when one key is lost.

Fix: Let us design a master key system or access control upgrade tailored to your team.

Bonus: The Real Cost of These Mistakes

Mistake Estimated Cost

Break-in through weak door $2,000–$10,000+

Emergency lockout service $200–$400 per call

Full rekeying after key loss $500+

Downtime from lock failure $100s/hour

Lost inventory or equipment $1,000+

What to Do Now (Before It Gets Worse)

We’re not here to scare you—we’re here to help you get it right.

At Pro On The Go Locksmith, we:

- Audit your business security
- Identify weak spots and replace bad locks
- Install high-grade, Florida-tested systems
- Help you build smart access control
- Offer emergency response if you’re already in trouble

Call Now to Protect Your Business

You work too hard to lose money over bad locks.
Let’s get your business secure, efficient, and future-ready—today.

Call now, book a free commercial security audit, or DM us for emergency service.