Car keys and a locksmith business card are placed on a textured black surface. The background shows a brick pavement and the lower half of a person standing.

Small Business Security Checklist for Tampa Owners

April 28, 20253 min read

Don’t Wait for a Break-In — Secure Your Tampa Business Today

Your locks protect your livelihood.
Whether you run a retail shop in Ybor, an office in downtown Tampa, or a warehouse in Brandon—security gaps can cost you everything.

That’s why we’ve created this essential 2025 security checklist for Tampa small business owners—based on years of on-the-ground experience and the latest local threats.

Let’s lock down your business before someone else tries to break in.


Table of Contents

  • Why Every Tampa Business Needs a Security Check

  • 12-Point Small Business Security Checklist

  • Most Common Security Weaknesses (Real Tampa Cases)

  • How Pro On The Go Helps Business Owners Like You

  • Bonus: Free Security Walkthrough for Tampa Businesses

  • FAQ: Locksmith Security for Small Businesses

  • Book a 2025 Security Review Now


Why Every Tampa Business Needs a Security Check

Tampa is booming—but so is opportunity for crime.
Commercial burglary, employee theft, vandalism, and cyber-physical break-ins are rising in Hillsborough County.

According to the Tampa Police Department, commercial property theft rose 7.2% in 2024, especially in:

  • South Tampa

  • Ybor City

  • University area

  • East Lake-Orient Park

If you haven’t rekeyed, upgraded, or inspected your locks in the last 12–18 months—you’re likely exposed.


12-Point Small Business Security Checklist

Physical Locks
- All external doors have commercial-grade deadbolts
- All keys are tracked and accounted for (no ex-employee copies)
- Door jambs and strike plates are reinforced (not hollow wood)

Access Control
- Front desk or entry-point has visual line of sight or camera
- Smart locks or keypad entries used for employee doors
- Access is removed immediately when staff leaves

Surveillance & Visibility
- CCTV cameras cover entrances and blind spots
- Interior cameras visible to deter internal theft
- Exterior lighting is motion-activated and bright

Emergency & Backup
- Spare keys stored securely (not taped under desk)
- Emergency exit locks function properly
- Lockout plan in place (including emergency locksmith contact)

Want a downloadable version? [Click here to get the full checklist PDF] (insert lead magnet opt-in)


Real Security Mistakes We’ve Seen in Tampa

  • Warehouse in Brandon: Ex-employee used copied key to steal $12K of inventory.

  • Café in Seminole Heights: Rear door deadbolt could be picked in 10 seconds.

  • Retail store in Hyde Park: No alarm system, no rekey after a contractor left.

Don’t be next. These mistakes are 100% preventable.


How Pro On The Go Helps Tampa Business Owners

We’re not just emergency locksmiths—we’re commercial security partners.

- On-site security audits
- Smart lock upgrades
- Commercial rekeying
- High-security lock installs
- Access control systems
- After-hours lockouts & emergency entry

Serving: Downtown Tampa, Ybor, Seminole Heights, South Tampa, Brandon, Westshore, and more.


Bonus: Get a Free Security Walkthrough in May 2025

Tampa Business Owners: Book a free walk-through this month and we’ll:

  • Inspect your locks and doors

  • Identify security gaps

  • Recommend upgrades based on your budget

  • Create a custom emergency response plan

Call us today and say: “Security Walkthrough”


FAQ: Locksmith Services for Tampa Businesses

Q: How often should I rekey my business locks?
Every 12–18 months or immediately after an employee leaves.

Q: Can you help with smart locks and access control?
Yes—we install and program smart locks, keypad systems, and restricted key systems.

Q: Do you offer emergency commercial service?
Absolutely. We’re on-call 24/7 for lockouts, break-in recovery, or jammed doors.

Q: Do you work with property managers or multi-site businesses?
Yes. We service offices, medical clinics, salons, warehouses, and multi-unit properties across Tampa.


Secure Your Business Today

Don’t wait for a theft to happen. Secure your livelihood now.

Call 813-534-2911 Now – Get your free security audit
Text 813-534-2911 Us – Fast quote or questions
Book Online > – Pick a time that works for you
Tampa’s trusted mobile locksmith for small businesses

Custom HTML/CSS/JAVASCRIPT
Owner, CEO of Pro On the Go Locksmith

Jerry Paneto

Owner, CEO of Pro On the Go Locksmith

Back to Blog