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Lock rekeying

Rekeying keeps the hardware you have and changes the key; it suits locks that are in good condition.

Clear padlock with key showing the pin stack
Photo: Simon Speed, Wikimedia Commons, CC0

What this covers

Re-pinning existing locks so old keys stop working — after a move, a lost key or a tenant change.

Before the locksmith arrives

  • Wait somewhere safe and well lit, especially at night.
  • Have ID and proof of address or vehicle ownership ready.
  • Do not force the door or window — frame and glass damage usually costs more than the lock.

Locked out, lost keys or need new locks? Tell us what is happening. Request a locksmith