Locksmith tips

When Should You Rekey or Replace Your Home Locks?

Understand the difference before deciding what your home needs.

When rekeying makes sense

Rekeying changes which key operates a compatible lock without replacing the entire lock. It can be useful after moving in or when an old key is missing.

When replacement makes sense

A damaged, worn or unsuitable lock may need replacement. If you want a different lock type or improved security, ask about compatible hardware.

Plan your next step

Tell your locksmith how many doors you have and what type of locks they use. Ask whether the locks can share a key and what the total cost would be.