Electric Strike & Maglock Installation in Los Angeles, CA

Electric Strike & Maglock Installation in Los Angeles

Electric strikes and magnetic locks serve different functions in access control, and each requires a distinct installation method. An electric strike replaces the standard strike plate on a door frame. When a signal is sent from a keypad, intercom, or card reader, the strike releases the latch bolt, allowing the door to open without turning a handle. The installation involves routing low-voltage wiring through the frame, mounting the strike flush with the frame surface, and aligning it precisely with the existing lockset. A magnetic lock, by contrast, uses an electromagnet mounted on the header of the door frame and an armature plate on the door itself. When energized, the magnet holds the door securely shut. This installation requires a secure mounting surface for the magnet, often with a steel reinforcement plate, and a continuous power supply with a backup battery. The door must also have proper drop-in or shear alignment so the magnet contacts the armature plate squarely.

For Los Angeles properties, the choice between an electric strike and a maglock depends on the door type and the security requirements. Many commercial buildings in the city use electric strikes on storefront doors with panic hardware, while maglocks are common on interior controlled-access doors and perimeter gates. Los Angeles building codes and fire safety regulations require that any electrified locking device must fail safe, meaning it unlocks upon power loss or activation of the fire alarm system. This is especially important in mixed-use buildings common in neighborhoods like Adams Square and the Alvarado Terrace Historic District. A proper installation includes connecting the lock to the building's fire alarm system and testing the release mechanism. In earthquake-prone areas, the mounting hardware must also be rated for additional stress. Whether you are securing a single entrance or a multi-door system, the installation must account for voltage drop over long wire runs, the door's swing direction, and the access control system's specific requirements.

Areas We Cover in Los Angeles

We provide electric strike and maglock installation services throughout Los Angeles, including the neighborhoods of Adams Square, Adams-Normandie, Aldea at Porter Ranch, Alla, Alsace, and the Alvarado Terrace Historic District. Our team also serves nearby areas such as Pierce Village, the (Vacant) commercial district, the & Waffles corridor, and the 1 Pico area. Whether your property is a historic storefront in the Alvarado Terrace Historic District or a modern office building in the Aldea at Porter Ranch, we understand the specific security and code requirements for each location.

What to Expect

When you schedule an electric strike or maglock installation with us, here is what the process typically involves:

• An on-site assessment of your door, frame, and existing hardware to determine the appropriate lock type and mounting method
• Recommendations for the correct fail-safe or fail-secure configuration based on your building's fire safety plan and access control needs
• Professional routing of low-voltage wiring, including any necessary conduit or surface-mounted raceways, with connections to your power supply and access control system
• Secure mounting of the electric strike or magnetic lock, with alignment testing and adjustments to ensure the door closes and latches properly
• Integration with your fire