What rekeying actually changes
Inside a suitable keyed lock are parts arranged to match a particular key. Rekeying changes that arrangement so the new key operates it and the old one no longer does.
It doesn't automatically replace the handle, deadbolt or cylinder. That is why rekeying is worth considering when the hardware is in good condition and your concern is who has a key.
We rekey supported locks in Inglewood for homes and businesses. The lock type, condition and number of doors determine what can be done. Keeping the existing key, if you have it, helps describe the starting point.
Count locks, then count keys
A front door can have more than one keyed lock. A side entrance, garage entry and separate gate may add more. Counting doors alone can make the request sound smaller than it is.
Next, work out how many copies of the new key are useful. A household and a shop have different needs. Keep a simple list of who should receive one, rather than making copies without a plan.
If you would like several locks to use one key, ask about compatibility. Similar-looking locks can use different key systems. It may be possible to simplify the setup, but that cannot be promised from the number of doors alone.
A key change is not a repair
A door that only locks when you lift it has another issue to investigate. So does a loose cylinder or a latch that doesn't catch. Changing the key that operates the lock won't necessarily fix those faults.
Our lock repair service looks at the door and hardware together. Replacement can make sense when parts are damaged, worn or unsuitable for the way the entrance is used.
Rekeying and repair can both be needed on the same visit. They should still be explained as separate parts of the work so you understand what each is meant to solve.
Shared buildings need a little coordination
For an Inglewood apartment, your unit key may be connected to a wider building arrangement. A shared gate or common entrance may be managed by someone else. Check that before treating every lock as yours to change.
The same applies to a shop around Market Street with a tenant door and a main building entrance. A manager may need access that an ordinary staff key should not provide. Any master-key arrangement needs a clear plan and compatible locks.
After the work, try the new keys in every lock included in the job and make sure you know which doors were left unchanged. Put the spare somewhere separate from your everyday set. A well-understood key arrangement is easier to keep organized.