Change Locks After a Break-In in Edmond
If someone forced a door or you no longer trust who has keys, the next step is restoring a working lock on that opening — calmly and on-site. A Better Locksmith is a fully mobile locksmith serving Edmond, Oklahoma City, and Guthrie (Oklahoma License #1065). Call (405) 348-8688 and we will rekey or change the affected locks at your home.
This page is specifically for post-incident lock work. For planned upgrades, moving in, or matching hardware on an undamaged door, use our general lock change service page. Both jobs use the same licensed technicians; the difference is focus: restore security after a compromise versus a routine hardware update.
What We Do After a Break-In
- On-site assessment — We look at the lock body, strike, and door edge to see whether the hardware can be trusted.
- Rekey when the lock is intact — Old keys stop working; you keep the existing hardware. See rekeying locks.
- Lock change when hardware is damaged — Remove a compromised cylinder or deadbolt and install a new lock on the same door.
- Check other exterior doors — Side, garage-entry, and back doors often share keys; we can align them so one set works after the incident, including any sliding door lock.
- Optional keypad or smart upgrade — If you want codes instead of extra keys, we can discuss smart lock installation once the door is sound.
How This Differs From a Standard Lock Change
A standard lock change is often a moving-day or style upgrade: the door is fine, and you want new hardware. After a break-in, the door may be split, the bolt bent, or the cylinder ripped. We prioritize a door that latches and a lock you can trust tonight, then talk about upgrades once the opening is secure.
We will not upsell a full house of new locks if rekeying the undamaged cylinders restores control of the keys. We also will not rekey a lock that has been forced — that hardware needs to be changed.
Serving Edmond, Oklahoma City & Guthrie
We come to you throughout the OKC metro — Edmond, Oklahoma City, and Guthrie. There is no storefront. A licensed technician (OK #1065) works at your address with mobile tools and common residential lock stock. Serving Oklahoma since 1986.
How to Reach Us
- Call (405) 348-8688 and say you need locks changed or rekeyed after a break-in. Tell us the city and whether the door still closes.
- We confirm a mobile visit when a technician is available. Same-day on-site work is often possible; we do not guarantee a clock time.
- On-site restore — rekey intact cylinders or change damaged locks so the home can be secured.
After a Break-In — FAQs
When is rekeying enough, and when should locks be replaced?
Rekey if the lock still operates smoothly and only the keys are a concern. Change or replace the lock if it was pried, drilled, kicked, or the bolt will not throw. We decide that at the door — not from a phone photo alone if the damage is unclear.
What should I do before the locksmith arrives?
If it is safe, keep people and pets away from a damaged door. Do not force a bent lock further. Have ID ready so we know we are working for the occupant. We are not attorneys and cannot advise on police reports or insurance claims — only on getting a working lock back on the door.
Can you change locks during the visit?
We are fully mobile and often complete the rekey or lock change during the visit we book. Call (405) 348-8688 to check availability. We do not advertise guaranteed arrival times.
Are you licensed in Oklahoma?
Yes. Oklahoma License #1065. We have served Edmond, OKC, and Guthrie since 1986.