# Lock rekeying in Washington, DC

If a key is lost, a tenant moves out or you have just bought a home, rekeying lets you keep your existing locks while making every old key useless.

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![Cutaway illustration of a pin-tumbler lock cylinder](https://locksmith-solution.com/assets/art/hero-lock.svg)

## What rekeying is

Inside a pin-tumbler lock are small pins of different lengths that line up only with the right key. Rekeying replaces those pins with a new set and cuts matching keys. The lock body stays on the door; only the key changes.

## Benefits of rekeying

- Old keys stop working straight away
- Costs less than replacing hardware that is in good condition
- Several locks can be set to one key
- Works for front doors, back doors, garages and many office locks

## When to rekey

- After moving into a home or apartment
- When a tenant, cleaner or contractor leaves
- When keys are lost or stolen
- After staff changes at a business

## When to replace instead

If a lock is worn, damaged or low quality, rekeying it only gives you a new key for a weak lock. In that case we recommend a replacement and explain why.

## Frequently asked questions

Can every lock be rekeyed?

Most pin-tumbler locks can. Some cheap or sealed locks can't, and some high-security locks need parts from the manufacturer.

Do I need to be there?

Yes, or someone authorized by you, so we can confirm you control the property.

## Related services

- [Lock replacement](https://locksmith-solution.com/lock-replace.html)
- [Master key systems](https://locksmith-solution.com/master-key.html)
- [Residential locksmith](https://locksmith-solution.com/residential-locksmith.html)
- [Commercial locksmith](https://locksmith-solution.com/commercial-locksmith.html)

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Dispatch: Washington, DC 20007
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