Whether someone lost the key to your home, or you would prefer your significant other not have access to your apartment anymore, we can help you determine if your lock should be rekeyed or replaced.

When Should I Rekey? Rekeying a lock would be a great option if you are moving to a new home for obvious purposes; nobody wants old owners showing up and barging in because they forgot a box or two in the basement. Plus, security is key, and with all of your new personal belongings and items being moved into the home, most new homeowners get their locks rekeyed. Rekeying is also an option if the lock is in great condition, and you just want a new key after many years to change the level of security. Additionally, rekeying a lock is a great option If too many people have access to your lock. Did you give a key to each neighbor, your friends, the dog sitter, the cleaning lady, your mom, and all four of your kids? Oh my! Just rekey the lock and… done! Give a key to your children and a family member or two to prevent too many people from having access to your precious home.

Rekeying works by changing the pins inside the cylinder of the lock. Changing the pins changes the combination of the key, therefore needing a new key to successfully engage the lock. Rekey jobs are typically more inexpensive than new locks, and many locks in your home can typically all be keyed to the same key. This means, your back door, front door, side door, and basement door can all have the same key, as long as the key way is the same.

So then when should I just get a whole new lock? If you lock is not in good condition, a new lock is always recommended. If the key ways of your locks are different, and you want all of your doors to be accessible by the same key, new locks are suggested.

Whatever you choose, Speedy Key Locksmith Professionals will be happy to help you weigh out your most cost effective and safe options!