Broward County, FL
Locks Rekeyed. Most Locks Can Be Rekeyed.
We offer comprehensive lock rekeying for homes and businesses, for all types of locks. Keep your existing hardware, change your keys — the smart, affordable way to secure your property. We're trusted throughout Palm Beach and Broward County, and your safety and security are our priority.
Re-Keying for All Your Locks
Our specialists are specially trained in rekeying locks. The most essential thing is asking a trusted, professional locksmith company to rekey your lock — don't compromise your security with an unprofessional job.
Everything to Know About Lock Rekeying
Rekeying is one of the most common calls we get, and also one of the most misunderstood. Here's what it actually involves, when it makes sense, and how it compares to your other options.
What Is Lock Rekeying?
Rekeying means changing the internal pins inside a lock cylinder so a new key operates it, while every old key stops working — without replacing the lock itself. A locksmith opens the cylinder, swaps a small set of pins to match a freshly cut key, and reassembles it, usually in just a few minutes per lock.
Rekey vs. Replace: What's the Difference?
Rekeying keeps your existing hardware and changes only what key operates it. Replacing swaps out the entire lock — cylinder, housing, sometimes the whole handleset — for new hardware. Rekeying is faster and less expensive when the lock itself is in good shape. Replacing makes more sense if the hardware is worn, damaged, mismatched, or you want an upgrade like a keypad or smart lock.
When Should You Rekey?
The most common triggers: moving into a new home, losing a key, the end of a relationship where someone still has a copy, a tenant moving out, finishing up with a contractor or cleaning service, or simply wanting peace of mind after misplacing a key even temporarily. If you can't account for every copy of your key, that's the signal to rekey.
How Much Does Rekeying Generally Cost?
Rekeying is priced per lock, and most homes only need their exterior doors done rather than every interior lock. It's usually one of the more affordable locksmith services since no new hardware is involved. We quote every job upfront on-site before starting, so you'll know the exact price for your specific doors before any work begins — no guessing, no surprises on the bill.
Can All Locks Be Rekeyed?
Most standard pin-tumbler locks — the kind on the vast majority of residential and commercial doors — can be rekeyed without issue. Some very old, worn, or damaged locks can't be rekeyed reliably and need replacing instead, and certain high-security or proprietary systems require specific parts. We'll tell you honestly on-site if a lock isn't a good rekey candidate rather than force it and have it fail later.
Rekeying After Buying a House
This is one of the most common reasons people call us. You have no real way to know how many keys exist for a home you just bought, or who has them — previous owners, agents, contractors, cleaners, even a neighbor who used to water the plants. Rekeying every exterior lock the day you get keys, or before you move in, closes that gap completely.
Rekeying After Losing Keys
If a key goes missing — fell out of a pocket, left somewhere, or you're just not sure — rekeying is the fastest way to make sure that key can't be used, without waiting around to see if it turns up. It's a lot cheaper than the alternative if it doesn't.
Rekeying Rental Properties
For landlords, rekeying between tenants is standard practice and often required by lease terms or local rules. It's a routine call for us — quick turnaround between move-out and move-in, and we can key multiple units to different keys, or set up a shared system if you manage several properties and want consistency.
Rekeying Multiple Doors Alike
If you have several locks on a property, we can key them all alike so a single key operates every door — front, back, garage, side entry. This is a common request and doesn't cost significantly more than rekeying doors individually, since we're already on-site with the tools and blanks out.
Rekeying vs. Master Key Systems
Standard rekeying gives every lock its own unique key, or keys them all alike to one shared key. A master key system is a step up: individual keys work only their own door, while a separate master key opens all of them. This is common for landlords, property managers, and businesses with multiple units or offices where staff need different levels of access.
How Long the Service Takes
A single lock rekey usually takes just a few minutes once we're on-site. A full home — typically 3 to 4 exterior doors — is usually done well under an hour. We show up with a stocked vehicle, so there's rarely a need for a second trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is rekeying?
Rekeying changes the pins inside your existing lock so it works with a brand-new key — and every old key stops working instantly. You keep your current hardware; only the keys change.
Is rekeying cheaper than changing the locks?
Usually, yes — since you keep your existing hardware, rekeying is typically the more economical option when the locks are in good condition. Every job is quoted individually up front, so you'll know the exact price before any work starts.
Can you make all my locks work with one key?
In most cases, yes. If your locks are the same brand and keyway, we can key them alike so one key opens every door — front, back, garage, and side.
When should I rekey my locks?
After moving into a new home, after losing a key, when a roommate or tenant moves out, after a breakup or divorce, or after contractors have had access. Any time you can't account for every copy of your key, rekeying is the fix.
Rekey vs. replace — which do I need?
If the lock itself is in good working condition and you just want old keys to stop working, rekey it. If the hardware is worn, damaged, or you want an upgrade, replace it. We'll look at what you have and tell you honestly which one fits.
How long does rekeying take?
A single lock usually takes just a few minutes once we're on-site. A full home — typically 3 to 4 exterior doors — is usually done in well under an hour.
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