Moving into a new home is exciting, but many homeowners overlook one important security step: rekeying their locks. While replacing locks is one option, rekeying is often a more affordable and effective solution.
What Is Rekeying?
Rekeying involves changing the internal pins of a lock so that old keys no longer work. The lock remains in place, but a new key is required to operate it.
When Should You Rekey Your Locks?
There are several situations where rekeying is highly recommended:
- After moving into a new home
- If you lost your keys
- After a roommate or tenant moves out
- Following a security concern
- When multiple people have copies of your keys
Benefits of Rekeying
Improved Security
You never know how many copies of existing keys may be circulating. Rekeying eliminates that uncertainty.
Cost-Effective Solution
In many cases, rekeying costs less than replacing all of your locks.
Convenience
Multiple locks can often be rekeyed to work with a single key.
Protect Your Property
If you’re unsure who may have access to your home or business, professional rekeying provides peace of mind and enhanced security.