Rekeying swaps the internal pins in your existing lock so old keys stop working, without replacing the hardware itself. It’s the fastest, most affordable way to control who has access to your Miami home or business — especially after a move, a lost key, or an employee change.
When Rekeying Makes Sense
- You just moved into a new home or rental and don’t know who else has a key
- A key was lost and you want to make sure it can’t be used to get in
- An employee with building access has left the company
- You want every exterior door keyed to the same key for convenience
How a Rekey Visit Works
A technician removes the cylinder from each lock, replaces the internal pins with a new set matched to a fresh key, and reinstalls it — the outside of the lock looks and works exactly the same, but the old keys no longer open it.
If you have multiple doors, we can key them all alike so you carry just one key. Most rekeys take 10 to 15 minutes per lock, and you’ll have new keys in hand before we leave.
Rekey or Replace?
Rekeying only makes sense if your existing lock hardware is in good shape. If a lock is old, corroded from Miami’s humidity and salt air, or physically damaged, replacing it outright is usually the better call. We’ll take a quick look and tell you honestly which option fits your situation before starting any work.
Rekeying for Businesses and Rental Properties
Rekeying is routine for anyone who hands out keys. Landlords and property managers rekey between tenants so that old copies stop working. Businesses rekey when an employee with a key leaves, or when a key goes missing and nobody is sure where.
If you rekey often, a planned system saves effort. A master key system lets you rekey one door or one group without touching the rest, and restricted keys from a high security lock system prevent unauthorized copies from being made in the first place.
One Key for Every Door
Rekeying can also simplify things. If your front door, back door and garage entry each take a different key, compatible locks can be rekeyed alike so one key opens them all. Locks from different manufacturers may not share a keyway, and we will tell you which ones can be matched.
Areas We Serve
We provide rekeying service throughout Miami-Dade for homes, apartments, condos, and businesses.
Related Services
- Lock Installation Miami
- Residential Locksmith Miami
- Commercial Locksmith Miami
- Master Key Systems Miami – planned access levels for multi-door properties
- High Security Locks Miami – pick-resistant cylinders and keys that cannot be copied
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does rekeying cost?
Rekeying is typically less expensive than replacing a lock outright, since the existing hardware stays in place. We’ll quote a clear price per lock before starting.
Is a rekeyed lock as secure as a new one?
Yes. Rekeying resets who can open the lock just as effectively as a replacement, as long as the existing hardware is in good condition.
Can you key all my doors to one key?
Yes, this is called keying alike, and it’s one of the most common requests we get during a rekey visit.
How soon after moving in should I rekey?
As soon as possible — ideally the same day. Until it’s done, anyone with an old key can still enter.
Ready to rekey your locks? Call (786) 670-9140.
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