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San Antonio, TX · Locksmith

Rekey Service San Antonio

Cost-effective lock rekeying. We alter your existing locks so old keys no longer work, providing fresh security.

Quick Answer

Rekeying existing locks to work on a new set of keys — without replacing the lock itself.

Best forNew homeowners, landlords after tenant move-out, or anyone who has lost control of who holds a key.

Next stepCall (210) 551-6050. Tell us how many locks and the brand/type — we quote upfront.

New keys. Same locks. Old keys dead.

Rekeying changes the pins inside your lock cylinder so it answers to a brand-new key — and every key cut before it stops working, instantly. The hardware stays on your door, the cost stays well under replacement, and you walk away knowing exactly who can open your home or office: the people you hand the new key to, and nobody else. Texas Locksmith License B19775, quoted before we start.

When rekeying is the right call

You just moved in. The seller’s family, the realtor’s lockbox, the inspector, the painters — house keys multiply during a sale. Rekeying on move-in day cancels every copy at once.

A key went missing. Whether it’s lost in a parking lot or left with someone you’d rather it wasn’t, the math is the same: if you can’t control the key, change what it opens.

Tenant or staff turnover. Landlords rekey between tenants; businesses rekey when keys leave with departing employees. For multi-door properties we keep a simple record of what was rekeyed and when — and for offices that outgrow ad-hoc keys, a master key system is the next step up.

You’re tired of the keychain. If your locks share a compatible keyway, we can set every exterior door — front, back, garage entry — to one new key.

The job itself is quick: we inspect each lock, pull the cylinder, swap the pins to a new combination, cut your keys, and test every door before we leave. When hardware turns out to be too worn to rekey, we’ll say so and quote a lock change instead — your call, no pressure.

Rekey vs. lock change — the ten-second rule
Hardware in good shape + old keys need to die = rekey. Hardware worn, damaged, or due for an upgrade = lock change. We’ll tell you which one your doors actually need — even when it’s the cheaper one.

Rekeying near you, across San Antonio

Most “rekey near me” searches happen the week of a move — so yes, we come to you. The van covers San Antonio and the suburbs (service areas here) during business hours, and a whole-home rekey is usually one visit. New homeowners and landlords: mention 10% off Military · Senior · Students · Teachers if it applies to you.

Is it cheaper to rekey or change the locks?
Rekeying is almost always cheaper, because you keep the existing hardware and only the pins and keys change. We quote both options when there’s a real choice to make.
Will my old keys still work after a rekey?
No — that’s the whole point. After a rekey, only the new keys we hand you will turn the lock. Every earlier copy, wherever it is, becomes useless.
How many new keys do I get?
Two per lock as standard, and we cut extra copies on the spot if you want spares for family members.
Can you rekey all my doors to one key?
If the locks use a compatible brand and keyway, yes — one key for every exterior door. We confirm compatibility on-site before starting.
Do you rekey businesses too?
Yes — offices, retail, and rental properties, typically after staff changes or tenant turnover. For larger spaces, ask about a documented master key system.

Key Facts

  • TX Lic #B19775
  • Quoted price before work starts
  • Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9am-4pm

Need help?

Call during business hours for a same-day estimate.

(210) 551-6050
San Antonio Locksmith - TX Lic #B19775