When Should You Rekey Your Locks?

Many homeowners aren't sure when lock rekeying is necessary, but certain life events make it an important step for maintaining proper security.

Life Events That Call for Rekeying

Anytime you're unsure who might still have a key to your property, rekeying is the fastest way to close that security gap.

Common Triggers for Rekeying

• Purchasing a previously owned home
• A break-up or change in household members
• Suspecting a key was copied without permission

What Rekeying Accomplishes

• Renders all previous keys useless
• Maintains your existing lock hardware
• Restores full confidence in your security

Rekeying Multiple Locks at Once

• Ask about matching all locks to one key
• Bundle rekeying with a security inspection
• Consider rekeying annually if keys are widely distributed

Scheduling lock rekeying whenever key control becomes uncertain is one of the simplest, most cost-effective ways to protect your property.