Access control installation in Brooklyn, follows eight core steps: site survey, wiring, lock mounting, reader mounting, controller hookups, software setup, full testing, and user enrollment. The right plan reduces cost per door, improves safety, and keeps you aligned with NYC Fire Code and FDNY requirements.
Map every door, and note swing, frame, closer, and traffic level. Document power and network paths, and check for obstructions like brick, plaster, metal studs, or asbestos. Decide which doors must be fail-safe for egress and which can be fail-secure.
Pick an electric strike or magnetic lock by use case. Select readers, cards, and fobs for most users.PIN pads for basic areas, biometrics for high-security rooms, and mobile credentials for convenience.Size controllers for growth with 20 to 30 percent spare capacity.
Pull CAT6 from readers to the controller. Stay within 328 feet per run. Pull low-voltage power to strikes or mags. Choose wire gauge by current and distance. For example, 18 AWG for short runs and 16 or 14 AWG for longer or higher loads. Label both ends and test continuity.
For electric strikes, mortise the frame cleanly and align the latch. For magnetic locks, align magnet and armature carefully and use through bolts on hollow metal doors. Weather seal exterior penetrations and keep door operation smooth.
Mount readers at 42 to 48 inches per ADA guidance. Use vandal-resistant housings where the public can reach the device. Add request-to-exit buttons or motion REX inside the secured side and place them where use is obvious.
Terminate reader power and data per the pinout, for example, Wiegand or OSDP, or use IP and PoE where supported. Add door position switches for propped door and forced door alarms. Provide battery backup for critical doors.
Give the controller an IP, install management software, or activate the cloud console. Create roles and schedules, for example, staff weekdays 8 to 6 and managers 24 by 7. Set alerts for doors held open, forced open, and after-hours access. Enroll credentials and test privileges at each door.
Run a checklist, allowed access, denied access, REX, door position, alarm tie-in, and power loss behavior. Confirm egress on alarm. Confirm audit trails show user, door, time, and result. Train users and admins. Deliver a commissioning report and as-built wiring notes.
| Feature | Electric strike | Magnetic lock |
|---|---|---|
| Locking action | Releases the strike plate,keeps existing latch and key | Electromagnet holds a metal armature |
| Power behavior | Power to unlock, available in fail secure or fail safe models | Power to lock, unlocks on power loss by default |
| Egress compliance | Can meet egress with correct hardware and wiring | Naturally fail safe, pair with proper exit devices |
| Install effort | Moderate, frame prep required | Often simpler, surface mount on header |
| Best doors | Wood or metal doors with latch hardware, many interiors | Glass or aluminum storefront,high traffic entries |
| Holding force | Depends on mechanical latch | Typical 600 to 1,200 pounds |
| Aesthetics | Keeps existing hardware look | Clean header mount, good on glass |
Quick guidance: use electric strikes when you want mechanical backup through the existing latch and key. Use magnetic locks on glass storefronts and busy lobbies. Always design to NYC egress rules and FDNY expectations.
Per door range in Brooklyn, comprehensive installation commonly runs $1,200 to $3,184 per door, including installation and materials. Some sources show a wider market range of $500 to $5,000 per door for basic systems. Your final price depends on system type, wiring complexity, added features, and building infrastructure. Always verify current pricing with written bids.
Cost breakdown per door| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Electric lock and strike | $350 to $900 |
| Access control panel and software | $600 to $1,800 |
| Power supply and cabling | $200 to $600 |
| Professional installation | $400 to $1,200 |
Access control installation requires precision, code knowledge, and familiarity with
Brooklyn’s diverse building styles.
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Brooklyn and all five NYC boroughs. Our team works with residential, commercial, and mixeduse properties, ensuring every system meets NYC Fire Code and FDNY compliance
requirements.
We handle the full process, from site survey and hardware selection to wiring, programming,
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Single-door residential projects often finish in half a day to one day. Small commercial jobs with three to ten doors usually take one to three days. Larger systems can take three to seven days or more when wiring is complex or work must occur after hours.
Low-voltage-only work may proceed without a DOB permit. Fire alarm integration, egress hardware changes, or work in commercial occupancies can trigger FDNY or DOB approvals. Confirm with a licensed contractor who knows local rules, and obtain co-op or condo board approval when required.
Electric strikes power to unlock and preserve the existing latch and key, which gives mechanical backup. Magnetic locks power to lock and release on power loss, which supports fail safe egress. Choose by door type and NYC egress needs.
Yes. Many controllers and readers support mobile credentials through Bluetooth or NFC. Check device compatibility, user smartphone readiness, and network reliability before you commit. Offer cards or fobs as a fallback.
Plan on about $1,200 to $3,184 per door for a typical comprehensive installation in Brooklyn. A simple system may fall anywhere from $500 to $5,000 per door depending on hardware class, wiring difficulty, and integrations. Ask for itemized bids and confirm what the panel kit includes.