There are moment in life that force you to take an immediate action and call a locksmith to rekey all the locks in your home. The purpose behind this important step is to be 10% sure that no one else but you have a key to your house.
What is lock rekey?
Lock rekey is a process where the internal pins of a lock are rearranged to operate with a new key. It’s an affordable security solution that home owner choose over changing the entire locks in order to prevent unauthorized access..
When should you rekey your locks?
Moving into a New Home
When you move into a new home it’s impossible to know who might have keys to your new property. Rekeying the locks will absolutely make sure that only you have the right key.
Lost Keys
Losing keys can happen to any of us and if you’ve lost your keys the best action is to immediately rekey your locks to prevent who ever found then from entering your home.
Changes in Residents
Whether it’s a change in tenants or roommates whenever someone who had a key to your property leaves it’s required to rekey the locks to keep your property secure.
Damaged Locks
Locks can wear out over time or get damaged which can compromise your home. If you notice any sign of damage or if your locks aren’t working properly it might be time to consider rekey or changing the locks.
After a Break-In Attempt
After experiencing a break-in attempt it’s highly recommended to rekey them by a professional locksmith. Even if the attempt was unsuccessful rekeying the locks can only improve the entire security.
