How do roommates access the home?
Alcove strives to create the best shared housing experience for all our housemates and landlords. As part of Alcove's newest model, all bedroom doorknobs are keyless and are accessed by an electronic code. This easy-to-use keypad, which allows housemates to enter their bedroom without the need for a physical key is more convenient and secure than the traditional model of bedroom keys.
Comparison of Traditional v. Keyless Model
| Traditional Model | Keyless Model | |
| Access? | Bedroom Key | Personal Code |
| Number of Access Codes Needed | 2 codes | 1 code |
| Alcove Support? | Limited Support | Full Support |
| What if the tenant gets locked out? | Locksmith is called | Personal Code is located on the tenant's My Alcove Portal for 24/7 viewing |
| Benefits | Traditional Keys |
Higher Retention Less Lockouts Increase Renewal Rates |
If your Alcove home is currently on the traditional model and you would like to switch over to our keyless model just email partners@alcoverooms.com. Alcove will handle all the operations of the transfer and update your portal and tenants when its completed. The cost for each room will be $65 which will automatically be deducted from your rent. If you would like to spread out the cost over 2-3 months or do it all at once let us know!