There are times in your life when you are faced with a need to change a lock that is not broken. This is normally when you will find yourself faced with the option of to rekey the lock instead of replacing the lock.
What Does it Mean to Rekey a Lock?
When you are replacing a lock, you are changing out the whole locking unit and key.
When you are rekeying a lock, you are changing how the inside works so that it no longer accepts the old key and will now only work with a new key. Many locksmiths offer this service. It is cheaper than replacing the lock and will make your lock last longer.
When to Rekey a Lock
The best times to rekey a lock are:
- When you have just moved into a new property.
- If a disgruntled family member or ex moves out.
- When a fired employee leaves (like a housemaid – if you are a big business consider using an access control system instead of a traditional locking system.)
- When keys go missing.
- If you change roommates.
If you believe your home security is compromised by your keys, have your locks rekeyed. If you find that it is happening to you, talk to your locksmith about upgrading your locks to smart locks. Smart locks can have their access codes changed as often as you want them to without any hassle, or they can be set to open the door with fingerprint technology.
Rekey Your Locks with Wynwood Locksmith
If you are looking to rekey the locks on your home or commercial property, contact Wynwood Locksmith at 786-358-6116, and a member of our team will be happy to help you. We always have a team ready to provide assistance or advice with any automotive, commercial, or home security locks.