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Commercial Rekeying in Phoenix, AZ
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Employee just left? Lost a key? Tenant moved out? We rekey your existing commercial locks so the old keys stop working — no need to replace the hardware. We come to your business anywhere in the Phoenix metro, and in most cases it is done the same day.
Lost your only key? Fob stopped working? We come to you anywhere in the Phoenix metro, cut and program a new key on the spot, and quote a fair price on the phone that we honor at your door — 24/7.
Rekey Instead of Replace — Same Locks, New Keys
Rekeying changes the pins inside your existing locks so the old keys no longer work, and a new key does. The hardware stays; only the key changes. It is faster and far cheaper than replacing every lock, which is why it is the right move after an employee leaves, a key goes missing, or a tenant turns over.
What Rekeying Actually Is
We remove the lock cylinder, change the pin configuration inside it, and cut new keys to match. The lock goes back on the same door — it just answers to a different key now.
Clear Options Before Work Begins
Before we start, we ask the right questions and explain what fits. If something changes once we inspect your doors and locks, we pause and review the options with you. No surprises, no last-minute changes.
When Businesses Rekey
Most rekey calls come down to one question: who still has a key you can no longer account for? An employee leaves and does not return theirs. A tenant moves out. A key goes missing, or you find a copy you did not authorize. In each case, rekeying kills every old key at once and puts you back in control — without the cost of new hardware.
Rekey vs. Master Key vs. New Locks
Three different jobs, and people mix them up. A rekey keeps your locks and changes the key. A master key system is layered access — your key opens everything, staff keys open only their areas. New locks only make sense when the hardware is worn, damaged, or you want to upgrade the grade. Most of the time, a rekey does what you actually need for a fraction of the cost.
What Rekeying Costs
Rekeying is priced per lock cylinder, so cost depends mostly on how many doors you have. A handful of doors is a quick, affordable job; a large building with many openings takes longer. The point is that rekeying is almost always cheaper than buying and installing new hardware. Commercial rekeying runs $30 per lock cylinder — count your doors for the parts, add the $55 trip charge and hourly labor, and we give you the full number before any work starts.
Keyed-Alike: One Key for Multiple Doors
If you are tired of carrying a ring of keys, we can rekey several locks to open with a single key — called keyed-alike. It is simple and convenient for a small business where everyone needs the same access. If different people need different access, that is a master key system instead, and we can plan one with you.
Locks and Businesses We Rekey
We rekey the commercial locks businesses actually use — Schlage, Kwikset, and most common commercial lever sets and deadbolts. Retail, offices, restaurants, warehouses, medical suites, and multi-tenant properties: if it takes a key, we can usually rekey it. If a lock is too worn to rekey, we will tell you straight and give you the replacement option.
Rekeying is one piece of our commercial locksmith services in Phoenix. Related: master key systems for businesses and 24/7 commercial lockout service.
Fast Response When It Matters
When you cannot lock up or a former employee still has access, waiting is not an option. We respond fast across the Phoenix metro so your business stays secure.
Clean, Professional Work
We treat your property with care and do the job right the first time — clean work, tested before we leave.
Upfront Communication
You will know what is happening and why. We explain your options clearly so you can decide before we start.
Work That's Built to Last
A rekey is only good if the new keys work smoothly every time. We make sure every lock turns right before we call it done.
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Commercial Rekeying FAQs
Can you rekey a business after an employee leaves?
Yes. If the existing locks work and are rekeyable, we change the pins so the former keys no longer open the door — no need to replace the hardware. It is the fastest, cheapest way to cut off access after someone leaves.
What is the difference between keyed-alike and a master key system?
Keyed-alike means one key opens several locks — simple, but everyone with that key opens everything. A master key system is layered: your master opens all doors, while each staff key opens only its own area.
How long does a commercial rekey take?
Most rekeys are quick — a few doors can be done in a single visit. A large building with many openings takes longer, but we can usually schedule it around your hours.
Is rekeying cheaper than replacing the locks?
Almost always. Rekeying reuses your existing hardware and just changes the key, so you avoid the cost of buying and installing new locks. We only recommend replacement when a lock is worn, damaged, or you want to upgrade.
Can you rekey all my locks to one key?
Yes, that is keyed-alike. If everyone needs the same access, we can set several locks to open with a single key. If different people need different access, we would plan a master key system instead.
What locks can you rekey?
Most common commercial locks — Schlage, Kwikset, and standard lever sets and deadbolts. If a lock is too worn or a brand we cannot rekey, we will tell you honestly and give you the options.
Do you come to my business?
Yes. We are mobile and rekey on-site anywhere in the Phoenix metro, so you do not have to remove your locks or bring anything to us.
What do you need from me to rekey a business?
Proof you are authorized for the property — a lease, business ID, or similar — plus how many doors and what kind of locks. A photo of a lock helps us bring the right pins.
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