Rekeying changes your locks to work with new keys while keeping existing hardware. NC Local Locksmith provides professional lock rekeying services throughout Hubert, Jacksonville, Wilmington, Raleigh, Fayetteville, and Asheville. We rekey locks when you move in, lose keys, or need to control who has access to your property.
What Is Rekeying?
Rekeying replaces the internal pins and springs inside lock cylinders so old keys no longer work and new keys operate the lock. This process keeps your existing locks, door hardware, and finishes while providing fresh security with new keys only you possess.
Rekeying costs significantly less than replacing locks because it reuses existing hardware—we simply reconfigure the internal mechanisms to accept different keys.
When to Rekey Your Locks
Moving into a new home where previous owners had keys, lost or stolen keys compromising security, employees or contractors who had keys no longer need access, relationship changes requiring security, roommate situations when people move out, and standardizing multiple locks to work with one key all necessitate rekeying.
Professional Rekeying Process
We remove lock cylinders from doors, disassemble cylinders carefully, replace existing pins with new pins matching your new key, reassemble and test cylinders, reinstall locks in doors, and provide all new keys for family members.
The process takes minutes per lock but requires professional expertise and specialized tools. Attempting DIY rekeying often results in damaged locks or improperly functioning mechanisms.
Rekey to Match
We can rekey all your locks to work with a single key—no more juggling multiple keys for different doors. This convenience simplifies key management while maintaining security. We rekey front and back doors to match, standardize all entry locks, include deadbolts and entry knobs, and provide multiple copies of your one master key.
Service Advantages
Cost-Effective – Cheaper than replacing locks
Fast Service – Rekey multiple locks quickly
Keep Existing Hardware – Maintain your door’s appearance
Fresh Security – New keys only you control
All Major Brands – Work with all residential locks
Rekey vs. Replace
Rekeying works when locks are in good condition, you like your existing hardware, and cost is a concern. Replacement is better when locks are worn or damaged, you want upgraded security features, or you prefer new hardware appearance. We explain both options honestly so you make the right choice.
Master Key Systems
For larger homes or rental properties, we can create master key systems where individual keys open specific doors while a master key opens all locks. This provides flexible access control without carrying multiple keys.
Need locks rekeyed? Call NC Local Locksmith at (252) 584-3324 for professional rekeying services throughout North Carolina.
