Lock Rekeying Austin TX

Residential rekeying is $30 per lock with a 3-lock minimum, and a new two-key set adds $15. Commercial rekeying is $45 per lock with a 2-lock minimum, and a two-key set adds $25. Parts and tax are extra, and add-ons are quoted on the call.

Rekeying changes the pins inside the lock so a new key works and the old ones stop working, and the hardware stays. Changing locks swaps the whole lock. Rekeying costs less, and replacement makes sense for worn or damaged locks.

Yes, if the deadbolt is in good working order. The cylinder is rekeyed to a new key and the hardware stays on the door. A worn or damaged deadbolt is better replaced.

As many as the job needs. Residential rekeying has a 3-lock minimum and commercial has a 2-lock minimum. Tell the dispatcher how many doors and what brands, and the visit and the price are quoted before dispatch.

Yes, it is a common precaution. Builders, previous owners, agents and contractors may all have held keys. A rekey makes sure the only keys that work are the ones you hold.

Often yes. Rekeying several locks to the same key works when the cylinders and keyways are compatible, for example matching locks on the front and back door. Different brands or keyways may need a new cylinder. Tell the dispatcher which doors you want on one key.

Most standard pin-tumbler brands, yes. High-security cylinders such as Medeco and Mul-T-Lock can need specialty pin kits or factory parts, so some models are not rekeyed in the field. Tell the dispatcher the brand and model and the answer comes before dispatch.