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Rekey or replace your locks after a move?

A locksmith's hands rekeying a lock cylinder with small colored pins on a work mat

Short answer

Rekey if the locks work and you like them. It changes the key for about $40 a lock. Replace if they're worn, cheap or you want smart locks.

In detail

You don't know who has copies of your new home's keys. Fix that in the first week.

  1. Rekey.

    Same lock, new pins inside. Old keys stop working.

  2. Replace.

    New hardware. Makes sense if the lock sticks or looks worn.

A new brushed-nickel deadbolt and handle set freshly installed on a front door
  1. Match them.

    We can key every door to one key.

Call us if

  • You just moved in
  • A key went missing
  • A roommate moved out
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