Rekeying locks involves changing the lock pins within key barrel so that it works using a different key. This is often done for security reasons, such as when someone moves into a new home or office space, when employees leave and wants to ensure that only they have access to the property, especially if there have been altercations and no keys have been returned. Instead of replacing the entire lock, a locksmith can rekey it by changing the pins inside the lock cylinder to suit a new key. It’s a cost-effective solution that provides peace of mind without the need for a full lock replacement, depending on the lock, rekeying is often a third of the price.
Rekeying the locks offers a few benefits:
keys you carry. Most common locks can be rekeyed to match a single key, eliminating the need to carry around multiple keys for different locks.
Many of our customers that ask us to “change the locks” aren’t aware of this option. As along as the lock is not damaged we can change the pins to suit a new key, meaning the old key will no longer work. Many of our customers who have had their keys stolen or lost choose this option and it is practical, cost effective solution to secure the property again, without the need of a full lock replacement.
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