Rekey Your Locks
The clean upgrade after moving in, changing roommates, or losing a key — often cheaper than replacing.
Do this. In this order.
Four simple steps. No jargon, no panic. Walk through them in order and you'll come out fine.
Step 1 — Count your locks
Walk the doors. How many separate cylinders need to be rekeyed? Front door, back door, side gate, garage entry?
Step 2 — Decide "keyed alike"
Want one key to open every door? Tell the locksmith up front. It's the easiest small upgrade you can make.
Step 3 — Ask for the math
"Service-call fee plus per-cylinder rate — what's the total, and how many keys are included?"
Step 4 — Test every lock
Before they leave, walk every door with the new key. Make sure each one turns smoothly both ways.
Copy this. Read it word-for-word.
Instant red flags
- They push a full lock replacement when your hardware is fine.
- They charge per pin instead of per cylinder.
- They won't tell you how many keys come with the job.
Read the full scam guide — 9 red flags + a 5-question quiz →
Take a minute: how this actually plays out
A 60-second visual walkthrough of the four steps above — consistent, on-brand, and never blocked by an ad or a 404'd YouTube link.
Quick answers
The questions everyone asks the moment they pick up the phone.
Is rekeying really cheaper than changing locks?
Yes — usually 30–60% cheaper, as long as your existing locks are in good shape and from a brand the locksmith services.
How many keys should I ask for?
Two is standard. Ask the per-extra-key rate so a third or fourth doesn't become a surprise line item.
Rekey Your Locks — top cities
Vetted rekey locksmiths in the metros where customers most often need this service.
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