Lock rekeying
Lock rekeying: same lock, new key.
The lock stays on the door; its inside is changed to fit a new key, so old copies stop working. A common choice when the hardware itself is still sound.
- After a move
- Know exactly who holds a key to your home.
- After a lost key
- The missing key no longer opens the door.
- For businesses
- After staff changes, a lost key or a new lease.
- Homes and apartments
- Your existing locks, set to a new key.
Rekey or replace?
Rekey
The lock stays on the door; its inside is changed to fit a new key. A common choice after a move or a lost key, when the hardware itself is still sound.
Replace
The hardware comes off and a new lock goes on. It makes sense when a lock is worn or damaged, or when you want a different kind of lock altogether.
Questions
What people ask before they call.
Short, honest answers. Anything else, ask on the phone: (708) 696-8350. Or read all the questions.
Should I rekey my locks or replace them?
Rekeying changes the inside of a lock so the old keys no longer work, while the hardware on the door stays the same. It’s a common choice after a move or a lost key. Replacing makes sense when a lock is worn or damaged, or when you want a different kind of lock, such as a high-security or keypad lock. Describe the situation and we’ll talk through both.
How much will it cost?
It depends on the job: the type of lock or vehicle, what has to be done, and when. We don’t post prices on this page, because a number without those details wouldn’t mean much. Ask for the price when you call, and confirm it before you agree to the work.
Contact
Still on the wrong side of the door?
Call ASAP H Locksmith LLC. The phone is the fastest way to reach us, for an emergency lockout or for work you’d like to plan.
Call (708) 696-8350Have this ready
- Where you areStreet address or the nearest cross streets, and the town.
- What you’re locked out ofHouse, apartment, vehicle, office or building.
- For a vehicleYear, make and model.
- For a doorWhat kind of lock it is, if you know, and what’s wrong with it.