Rekey Locks Pearland TX
Moved into a new home? Lost your keys? Changed tenants? Rekeying is faster and cheaper than replacing your locks, and just as secure.
Common Reasons to Rekey in Pearland
- Just moved into a new home, previous owners or tenants still have keys
- Lost or stolen keys, unknown who might have them
- Tenant moved out of rental property
- Breakup or roommate change, control who has access
- Employee termination, business rekeying
- Lock is stiff, worn, or not turning smoothly
- After a break-in or attempted break-in
Rekeying vs. Replacing Locks
| Rekey | Replace Lock | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $40–$75/lock | $150–$400/lock |
| Security Level | Same as new | Same as new |
| Time on site | 15–30 min | 30–60 min |
| Lock hardware | Stays in place | Removed & replaced |
Rekeying changes the internal pin configuration so old keys no longer work. Same lock body, totally new key combination. It is the fastest, most affordable way to restore security.
(281) 755-9822What Rekeying Actually Does
Your lock cylinder has pins. Rekeying changes those pins to match a new key u2014 so the old key becomes useless. The lock body stays exactly where it is.
Same Lock, New Combination
We remove the cylinder, replace the internal pins, and reassemble. Takes about 10 minutes per lock. Your door hardware stays exactly the same.
Big Savings vs. Replacement
A typical Pearland home with 3 entry locks costs $120–$225 to rekey. Replacing those same 3 locks with hardware would run $250–$600+.
Works on All Major Brands
We rekey Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, Defiant, and most other residential brands. Master key systems for multi-unit properties are also available.
How a Rekey Visit Works
Call & Confirm
Tell us how many locks you need rekeyed and your lock brand if you know it. We confirm we support it and give you a upfront price upfront.
We Come to You
A licensed locksmith comes to your home with a rekeying kit. You need to have at least one working key for each lock (or let us in to access them).
Done, New Keys in Hand
Each lock is rekeyed in about 10 minutes. We cut new keys on site and test every lock. Old keys permanently stop working.
Transparent Rekeying Prices
No trip fee. Price confirmed before we start. Discounts available for multiple locks.
Exact price depends on lock brand, number of locks, and key copies needed. Always confirmed upfront.
View full price listLock Rekeying, Common Questions
Yes. We need access to each lock and at least one working key for each. You (or another verified resident) should be present to let us in and confirm the work.
About 10–15 minutes per lock. A typical home with 3 entry points takes 30–45 minutes total, including cutting new keys and testing everything.
If you have no working key, we would first need to pick or bypass the lock to remove the cylinder. This adds a small fee but is still cheaper than full replacement.
Yes. Rekeying changes the pin configuration so only the new key works. The security level of a rekeyed lock is identical to a brand-new lock of the same grade. If you want a higher security grade, we can recommend an upgrade.
Yes, this is called a “master key” or “keyed alike” setup. We can rekey all entry locks so one key opens all of them. Very popular for new homeowners. Ask us about it on the call.
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