Need new keys without replacing the whole lock? Rekeying is the smart, affordable way to take back control. At Locksmith Bethesda, we rekey locks for homeowners, renters, landlords, businesses, and anyone who wants peace of mind without paying for all-new hardware.
From a single deadbolt to an entire office suite, our locksmiths handle rekeying jobs across Bethesda quickly and discreetly. You get new keys and peace of mind - no mess, no delay, no guesswork.
We don't remove the whole lock. We take it apart, change the pins inside, and set it to match a new key. That way, old keys no longer work - only your new ones will.
It's perfect for homes, apartments, stores, and offices where the lock itself is fine, but you don't know who still has copies of the key.
Tip: Most standard locks (like Kwikset or Schlage) can be rekeyed on the spot. You don't need to replace the hardware unless it's broken or outdated.
We rekey all kinds of residential locks: single-family homes, condos, townhouses, apartments, rental properties, and even garage entry doors. One call and we'll send a local tech to rekey your front, back, side, or interior locks - and match them to one key if you want.
Example: A family in the Westmoreland Hills area bought a house built in the 70s. We rekeyed five doors, keyed them alike, and gave them a single set of keys for easier use. No need for a keychain full of mismatched keys anymore.
For offices, clinics, retail spaces, and commercial buildings, we offer fast and flexible rekeying. Whether it's one interior door or dozens of keyed doors across suites, we can rekey and build a master key plan if needed.
We work around your schedule and minimize downtime - early mornings, evenings, or weekends available.
Example: A small law office near Woodmont Avenue had two attorneys leave the firm. We rekeyed the main door, file room, and server cabinet the same evening to protect sensitive documents and data.
Yes - as long as your locks are compatible, we can rekey them all to one key for easier access. For example, your front, side, and back doors can all match the same new key.
If the locks are different brands (like Kwikset and Schlage), we can still match some of them, or offer lock replacement to unify the system.
Rekeying is usually cheaper than replacing locks. You pay for the labor and a set of new keys - not for new hardware. We'll give you a flat quote before we begin, and you can add extra copies of the key if needed.
Yes. Once we rekey it, old keys won't work anymore. It's just as secure as replacing the lock, as long as the lock itself is in good shape.
In many cases, yes. If the lock has a traditional keyway, we can rekey that part. We can also help reset or reprogram digital keypads if needed.
Yes - we rekey most standard mailbox, gate, and cabinet locks, depending on brand and accessibility.
Yes - you can bring us the cylinders or hardware, or we can come to you and reinstall them after rekeying.
Most homes can be rekeyed in under an hour, depending on the number of doors and types of locks.
We offer rekeying throughout Bethesda, North Bethesda, and nearby towns including:
If you're within 15 miles of Bethesda, we probably already have a nearby locksmith.
Need to rekey a home, apartment, or business? Locksmith Bethesda will get it done right, fast, and without the hassle. You'll get new keys, peace of mind, and control over who can access your space.
Call now to schedule rekeying or ask questions - we're happy to help and ready to roll.