Can I use my old key on a new lock?

You can rekey all of your locks to match an existing key when the locks all have the same keyway. You can test if the locks use the same keyway by taking the existing key you want to use and seeing if it slides into the keyholes of the locks you want to match that key.

Can you replace a lock and keep the same key?

Consider the convenience of a single key. For example, if all the locks on your house are Schlage, you can rekey all of them to fit the same key. If the locks are of various brands, you’ll need to replace some to have all rekeyed to accept a single key.

How do you key a new lock to an old key?

How to Rekey a Lock

1. Step 1: Remove the Doorknob. The first step is to remove the doorknob from the door.
2. Step 2: Remove the Cylinder.
3. Step 3: Take Out the C-Clip.
4. Step 4: Attach Key Plug.
5. Step 5: Dump the Old Pins.
6. Step 6: Insert New Pins.
7. Step 7: Replace the Plug.
8. Step 8: Reattach Knob to Door.

Can new locks be rekeyed to any key?

You can re-key a lock like a pro at a fraction of the cost. Re-keying kits are available for most lock brands but they’re not interchangeable. You must buy a kit for each brand of lock in your home.

Can I rekey a lock without the original key?

Yes, it is possible for you to rekey a lock without the original key. A locksmith can change your locks even if you have lost or misplaced the original key. In general, it is possible to pick or shim the lock and unlock the door. Then, the locksmith will have a much easier time removing the lock cylinder.

How do you rekey a lock if the key is lost?

Does Home Depot rekey locks?

Home Depot does rekey doorknobs, cylinder, and deadbolt locks at selected store locations. Customers can expect to pay $5 to $50, and Home Depot will rekey locks purchased from the store or other retailers/brands, including Schlage and Kwikset locks, provided you can offer the correct keys.

Is it better to buy new locks or rekey?

If you’re looking to get better security of your locks, changing them to new, higher security ones will be the way to go. Due to the extremely low price of the key pins in the locks, rekeying is almost always much cheaper than getting your locks changed.

How do I rekey my locks?

If the locks are the same keyway, you can rekey them using any of the following: Have them rekeyed where you bought them. Locksmiths often rekey locks to match at no cost when you buy the hardware through them. Some big box stores do it but may charge for the service. Any of our four Arizona Lock Shops will rekey them for you. Buy a home rekey kit.

Can the locks be rekeyed from one key?

But you, the new home owner, want one key to work EVERY lock in the house. Can the locks be rekeyed to work from one key? You can rekey all of your locks to match an existing key when the locks all have the same keyway.

How can I tell if two locks use the same keyway?

You can test if the locks use the same keyway by taking the existing key you want to use and seeing if it slides into the keyholes of the locks you want to match that key. If it slides in, they can be rekeyed to work with your existing key.

How long does it take a locksmith to rekey a door?

It depends on your experience level and the kind of lock you’re dealing with. An experienced locksmith can rekey a lock in 2-3 minutes, but it might take 10-15 minutes for someone who’s new to the process. Getting the lock out of the door can take longer.