Why You Should Rekey Locks After Moving to a Boston Home
Moving into a new place is exciting—but have you thought about who else might have a copy of your keys?
Whether you’ve bought your first condo in Back Bay or moved into a rental in Cambridge, one of the smartest things you can do is rekey your locks. At Picky Locksmith, we recommend rekeying as a low-cost, high-impact way to secure your new home immediately.
🏠 What Is Rekeying?
Rekeying means we change the internal pins of your existing locks so old keys won’t work—without replacing the lock hardware. We then cut you a new set of keys that match the updated pins.
It’s faster and cheaper than replacing all your locks, and it ensures only you and the people you trust have access.
🔑 Who Else Might Have a Copy of Your Old Keys?
You’d be surprised. Even if the seller or landlord gave you a full key ring, you don’t know who else still has one:
- Previous homeowners or tenants
- Realtors or leasing agents
- Contractors or cleaners
- Roommates or guests from before
One customer in Jamaica Plain thought they were safe—until a previous roommate walked in unannounced. A quick rekey gave them peace of mind.
🔧 Why Rekeying is Better Than Full Lock Replacement
- ✅ Saves money – No need to buy brand new hardware
- ✅ Fast – Most jobs take under an hour
- ✅ Keeps aesthetic – Great for vintage doors and Boston brownstones
- ✅ Customizable – We can make one key work for all your doors
If your locks are worn out or damaged, we may recommend replacement. But otherwise, rekeying is the best first step.
📍 We Rekey Locks Across Greater Boston
Our mobile locksmith vans are based in Boston and service all nearby neighborhoods including:
- South Boston
- Allston
- Brookline
- Dorchester
- Somerville
- Charlestown and more
We’ll come to your home, rekey all necessary locks, and provide matching keys on the spot.
📞 Ready to Rekey? Call Today.
If you just moved into a new home, don’t wait. For just a fraction of the cost of a full lock change, you can take control of your home security right now.
📞 Call Picky Locksmith at (617) 665-6928
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