Rekey After Moving in Edmond OK
Just moved in? The previous owners, tenants, or contractors may still have keys that open your doors. Rekeying changes which key operates your existing locks — without replacing every lockset — so only the keys you authorize work. A Better Locksmith is a fully mobile locksmith serving Edmond, Oklahoma City, and Guthrie (Oklahoma License #1065). Call (405) 348-8688 to schedule a move-in rekey.
This page is for new homeowners and renters who want control of the keys after a move. For general rekey jobs (lost keys, roommate changes, matching doors), see rekeying locks.
Who this page is for
- Homebuyers who closed and want former owners’ keys voided
- Renters starting a lease who are allowed to rekey (or whose landlord requested it)
- Anyone who inherited a pile of unlabeled house keys and wants one clean set
If your lease says you cannot change locks, get written permission first. We work for the person with authority over the property.
What a move-in rekey includes
- Pin changes in existing cylinders — Old keys stop working; you keep the hardware that already fits the door
- One key for the doors you choose — Front, back, side, and garage-entry doors can often share a key when the locks are compatible
- Extra keys cut as needed — Spares for household members without handing out copies of someone else’s old key
- On-site work — We come to the house; you do not haul doors or locksets to a shop
Rekeying is usually the right move when the locks still operate smoothly and only the key holders are the concern. If a lock is broken, forced, or you want different hardware, we will recommend a lock change or deadbolt installation instead.
When to call after a move
Call (405) 348-8688 once you have keys and access to the property:
- Closing day or the first week in the house — before you settle into a routine with unknown spare keys still out there
- After a landlord turnover when the prior tenant’s keys are unaccounted for
- When you want front and back doors on the same key before you copy more blanks
- When a lock works but feels sticky — we can assess whether rekey alone is enough
Waiting “until next weekend” is fine for many moves; calling earlier simply shortens the window where old keys still open the house.
Move-in rekey vs replacing every lock
| Situation | Typical path |
|---|---|
| Locks work; you distrust who has keys | Rekey |
| You want new style or grade of hardware | Lock change / lock installation |
| Deadbolt missing or worn out | Deadbolt installation |
| You want codes instead of metal keys | Smart lock installation |
We will not push a full house of new locks if rekeying restores control. We also will not rekey hardware that is damaged — that needs repair or replacement.
Serving Edmond, Oklahoma City & Guthrie
A Better Locksmith is a service-area business. A licensed technician (OK #1065) comes to your new address with mobile rekey tools. Serving the OKC metro since 1986. No storefront required.
How booking works
- Call (405) 348-8688 and say you need a rekey after moving. Tell us the city and roughly how many exterior doors.
- Have house keys and proof you belong there (ID / lease / closing docs as appropriate).
- On-site: we rekey the agreed cylinders and cut the new keys you need.
- Old keys no longer operate those locks when the job is done.
Call to book
Rekey after moving — on-site, licensed, mobile. Call (405) 348-8688. OK #1065 — Edmond, Oklahoma City, and Guthrie.
Rekey After Moving FAQs
Should I rekey or change the locks after moving?
Rekey if the locks operate smoothly and you only need to change who has keys. Change or install new hardware if locks are damaged, outdated, or you want a different type (for example a new deadbolt or keypad). See rekeying locks for the general service page.
Can renters rekey after moving in?
Often yes, when the lease allows it or the landlord requests it. Bring permission if you are not the owner. We will not rekey against a property owner’s instructions.
How many doors can you rekey in one visit?
As many compatible cylinders as you authorize. Call with a count of exterior doors (and interior privacy locks only if you specifically want those changed). Compatibility depends on brand and keyway — we confirm on-site.
Do you rekey smart locks and keypads?
Many electronic locks still have a mechanical cylinder that can be rekeyed; others need a code reset instead of a traditional rekey. Describe the lock when you call. For new electronic hardware, see smart lock installation.
Are you licensed in Oklahoma?
Yes. Oklahoma License #1065. Serving Edmond, OKC, and Guthrie since 1986.