Lock Rekeying Service in Port St. Lucie

Why People in Port St. Lucie Call Us to Rekey Their Locks

You just bought a house in Tradition. Closed yesterday. Moving truck's coming tomorrow.

But here's the problem: You have no idea who has keys to your new home. Previous owners? Their kids? Their house cleaner? The realtor? That sketchy neighbor who "watched the place" while it was on the market?

You could replace all the locks. That'll cost you $400-600. Or you could rekey them for $150-200 and sleep better tonight.

I'm Doctor Lockout. Been rekeying locks across Port St. Lucie since 2009. I've seen every situation you can imagine, and I've fixed them all without breaking the bank.

What Is Lock Rekeying (And Why It's Cheaper Than Replacing)

Rekeying changes the pins inside your lock cylinder. Old keys stop working. New keys work perfectly.

Your lock stays. Your hardware stays. Your deadbolt's finish stays. We just swap out the tiny pins inside the cylinder that determine which key fits.

It takes me about 10 minutes per lock. You save 60-70% compared to buying new locks. And honestly? If your locks are good quality and working fine, there's zero reason to replace them.

When Should You Rekey Your Locks?

You Just Bought a House

This is the #1 reason people call me. You don't know who has copies of your keys.

Last month I rekeyed a house in St. Lucie West. New owner moved in. Three days later, someone walked right in at 10 AM. Turns out the previous owner's adult son still had a key and thought it was cool to "check on the place." Not cool.

Rekey the day you move in. Every exterior door. It's cheap insurance.

You Lost Your Keys

Keys fall out of pockets. They disappear at the beach. They get left in restaurant bathrooms.

If you can't find your keys and they had your address on them (please don't do that), rekey immediately. If there's no address info, you've got more time. But why risk it?

A Relationship Ended

This one's tough. But if an ex has keys and things didn't end well, rekey your locks.

I've done this job probably 200 times. Nobody ever regrets it. Most people wish they'd done it sooner.

You're a Landlord Between Tenants

Every time a tenant moves out, rekey. Period.

You don't know how many copies they made. Their friends might have keys. Their ex might have keys. Just rekey it. Costs you $75-100 and protects your next tenant.

You Fired an Employee Who Had Keys

If a terminated employee had access to your business, rekey immediately. Same day if possible.

I once got a call from a shop owner in Jensen Beach. She fired someone Friday afternoon. I rekeyed her locks by 6 PM that night. Smart move. The guy showed up Sunday morning trying his old key.

You've Lived There 10+ Years

Think about how many people have had keys over a decade. Kids who lost them. Neighbors who watched your pets. Contractors who needed access.

A rekey gives you a fresh start. You know exactly who has access.

How Lock Rekeying Actually Works

Step 1: I remove the lock cylinder from your door. Takes about 2 minutes. Your door stays on the hinges.

Step 2: I take out the old pins. There's usually 5-6 pins of different heights. Those pins are cut to match your current key.

Step 3: I install new pins that match a different key code. Now your old key won't work because the pins don't line up anymore.

Step 4: I put the cylinder back in your door, test it, and hand you your new keys.

Total time: 10-15 minutes per lock. Your lock works exactly the same, just with different keys.

Can You Rekey All Your Locks to Use One Key?

Yes. It's called "keying alike" and it's exactly what most people want.

I'll rekey all your exterior doors so one key opens everything. Front door, back door, garage door, side gate. One key.

Way more convenient than carrying five different keys. And no, it doesn't make your house less secure. The locks are still separate mechanisms.

What Types of Locks Can Be Rekeyed?

Almost everything. Here's what I rekey regularly:

Deadbolts: Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, Weiser, Defiant. All standard deadbolts rekey easily.

Door knobs and handles: Entry sets, privacy locks, passage sets. If it's got a keyhole, I can rekey it.

High-security locks: Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, Assa Abloy. These cost a bit more because the pins are specialized.

Commercial locks: Panic bars, storefront locks, office door hardware. I rekey commercial properties all the time.

What I can't rekey: Super cheap builder-grade locks from discount stores sometimes can't be rekeyed. The cylinders aren't designed for it. I'll tell you upfront if replacement is the only option.

How Much Does Lock Rekeying Cost in Port St. Lucie?

Most people pay $150-250 to rekey a house.

Here's the breakdown: First lock is usually $50-75. Each additional lock after that is $15-25.

So a typical house with 4 exterior doors runs about $125-175 total. That includes me coming to you, rekeying everything to match one key, and cutting 3-4 new keys.

Compare that to replacing 4 locks: You're looking at $400-800 depending on the hardware you choose. Rekeying saves you 60-80%.

What About Emergency Rekeying?

If you need it done right now—like you just fired someone or had a break-in—there's an emergency fee. Usually adds $75-100 to the job.

But we'll come out immediately. Most emergency rekeys in Port St. Lucie, we're there in under 30 minutes.

Rekey vs. Replace: Which Should You Choose?

Rekey if your locks are working fine and you just need new keys. It's faster and cheaper.

Replace if your locks are damaged, sticking, or you want to upgrade security. Or if you hate the way they look.

Not sure? I'll tell you honestly when I get there. I'm not going to sell you new locks if rekeying works fine.

Real Rekeying Jobs I've Done This Month

The New Homeowner in Tradition

Family bought their first house. Closed on Tuesday. Called me Wednesday morning.

I rekeyed 5 doors (front, back, garage entry, side gate, and a deadbolt on the master bedroom). Took 45 minutes. They had one key for everything. Cost them $165.

Two weeks later, the wife called. Previous owner showed up thinking she could still "grab some mail." Tried her old key. Didn't work. Rekey already paid for itself.

The Airbnb Owner in St. Lucie West

Guy runs three vacation rentals. Lost track of how many keys were floating around from past guests and cleaners.

I rekeyed all three properties. Set up master key system so his cleaning crew has one key that opens all three, but individual guest keys only work for their unit. Smart setup for rental properties.

The Break-In That Wasn't

Woman in Port St. Lucie called me at 9 PM. Someone broke in while she was at work. Door was unlocked when she got home. Nothing stolen, but stuff was moved around.

I rekeyed everything that night. Turns out her ex still had keys. Didn't technically break in, but definitely trespassed. New locks meant he couldn't do it again.

Common Questions About Lock Rekeying

How long does rekeying take?

About 10-15 minutes per lock. A typical house with 4-5 locks takes 45 minutes to an hour including drive time.

Will rekeying damage my locks?

No. Rekeying is a normal maintenance procedure. It doesn't wear out the lock or weaken it in any way.

Can I rekey my locks myself?

Technically yes if you buy a rekeying kit. But you need the right pins, the right tools, and you need to know what you're doing.

Most DIY attempts I've seen end with me coming out to fix it anyway. Save yourself the headache and call a pro.

Do you rekey smart locks?

Depends on the model. Some smart locks have traditional key backups that can be rekeyed. Fully electronic smart locks don't need rekeying—you just reprogram the access codes.

Can you match my new keys to look different?

Yep. I carry different colored key blanks. Great for color-coding keys for different family members or properties.

What if I want to keep my old keys working on one door?

No problem. I can rekey some locks and leave others alone. Or set up a master key system where both old and new keys work. Just tell me what you need.

Service Areas for Lock Rekeying

We provide lock rekeying service throughout Port St. Lucie and the Treasure Coast:

• Port St. Lucie
• Saint Lucie West
• Tradition
• Fort Pierce
• Jensen Beach
• Stuart
• Palm City
• Port Salerno
• Rio

Why Rekey With Doctor Lockout?

I've been doing this since 2009. I've rekeyed thousands of locks across Port St. Lucie.

I show up when I say I will. I tell you the price before I touch your locks. And I don't try to sell you stuff you don't need.

You need your locks rekeyed, I'll rekey them. Fast, clean, done right.

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