Rekeying solves a significant security problem at a fraction of the cost most homeowners expect. Our lock rekeying service in Prospect reconfigures the internal pin configuration of your existing locks so that all previous keys stop working, and a new set of correctly cut keys becomes the only way in. The hardware stays exactly as it was; only the key profile changes.

What Lock Rekeying Actually Involves

Rekeying is a precise internal procedure, not a surface-level fix. The lock cylinder is removed from the door and disassembled. The internal driver pins — the components that determine which key profile the lock responds to — are replaced with a new set matched to a different key cut. The cylinder is reassembled, reinstalled, and tested with both the old key and the new one before the job is signed off. The old key no longer operates the lock, and the new key works correctly from the first use. The lock body, bolt mechanism, strike plate, and every other component remain untouched.

When Rekeying Is the Right Choice

The hardware is structurally sound. If the lock operates smoothly and the bolt engages fully, only the key profile needs to change. Key control is the primary concern. Moving into a new property, losing a key, or a household member departing — all scenarios where rekeying is exactly the right tool. Cost is a factor. Rekeying consistently costs less than full lock replacement while delivering the same outcome in terms of key control. Minimal disruption is preferred. Rekeying is completed in a single visit without any modification to the door or frame.

When Rekeying Isn’t Enough

There are situations where rekeying alone isn’t the right answer. If a lock has sustained damage through forced entry, internal components that have been bent or cracked can’t be restored to full security by rekeying alone. If the cylinder is worn beyond viable service, rekeying it produces a lock with the right key profile that still can’t be relied upon to operate correctly. And if the hardware is significantly outdated, replacement may be the more sensible path to bring the entry point up to a reasonable modern standard. We’ll always say so clearly if that’s the case.

Rekeying Multiple Locks to a Single Key

For Prospect properties with more than one exterior door, rekeying presents an opportunity full replacement sometimes misses — having all locks rekeyed to the same key profile simultaneously. Rather than managing separate keys for the front door, back door, and any other entry points, all locks can be reconfigured to respond to a single key during the same visit, with no additional hardware required.

How Long Does Rekeying Take?

For a single lock in good condition, rekeying typically takes 15 to 30 minutes from start to finish. For multiple locks across a property, a technician can usually complete the full job within a single visit, with each additional lock adding a modest amount of time. The visit ends with old keys confirmed non-functional, new keys tested on every rekeyed lock, and you holding the only working copies for that property.

Rekeying for Rental Properties

Rental property owners and managers in Prospect deal with tenant turnover regularly, and rekeying between tenancies is both a standard security practice and a reasonable expectation for incoming tenants who want to know the property is genuinely secure. Our rekeying service suits rental turnovers well — completing the work between tenancies, issuing a fresh set of keys for the incoming tenant, and leaving a clear record of when the rekeying was done.

What to Do With Old Keys After Rekeying

Once a lock has been rekeyed, any key cut to the old profile — including copies held by others — will no longer operate the lock. Old keys can be retained, disposed of, or passed on without any security concern, since they no longer provide access. Our technicians keep track of how many new keys are cut and provide all copies to you at the end of the visit, so there are no unaccounted copies of the new profile from the moment the job is finished.

Simple, Effective, Done in One Visit

Rekeying is one of the most straightforward and cost-effective security measures available to Prospect homeowners — and one that’s often reached for too rarely or too late. A fresh key profile, all old copies rendered inactive, and full control over who holds a working key, completed in a single visit without touching the hardware.