Broward County, FL
Rekey Locks in Highland Beach — Same Locks, Brand-New Keys
Same-day rekeying for Highland Beach condos, townhomes and homes, usually done in under an hour. Owner-operated, licensed & insured, 9 AM–7 PM, 7 days a week.
What Rekeying Does, in Plain Terms
A typical lock has a small set of spring-loaded pins inside, and your key pushes each one to the right height. To rekey, we take out the cylinder, change those pins to fit a brand-new key and put it back. Your lock stays put; only the key changes.
The result: every old key stops working, permanently. Your current copies, the one the last owner forgot to hand over, the spare at the front desk — all useless, and you get a fresh set of keys.
It is quick, much cheaper than new hardware, and for most Highland Beach units and homes it is exactly the right job. We can usually put the unit door, storage room and any other locks on one key.
When Highland Beach Owners Call for a Rekey
Most of our rekey calls in Highland Beach come down to one of these six reasons.
You just bought or moved in
The big one. Past owners, renters, agents, cleaners, decorators and contractors may all still have keys. A rekey makes sure only the keys from your closing will open your door.
A tenant moved out
Standard turnover for Highland Beach landlords and managers, and much cheaper than replacing hardware. Our Florida landlord rekeying guide covers the rules and good practice.
A key went missing
Lost on the beach, left in a cab or rideshare, or dropped at a restaurant in Boca or Delray. If anyone could connect the key to your unit, a rekey is cheap peace of mind.
Someone’s access should end
A former caregiver, a house-sitter, a cleaning service you let go, a contractor who had a copy, an ex. A rekey ends their access quietly.
You are tired of carrying a keyring
Unit door, storage locker, cabana and mailbox, each on its own key. Locks that share a keyway can be rekeyed to match, so one key does it all.
Seasonal owners and rentals
Many Highland Beach owners live here part of the year and rent or lend their units the rest. Rekeying between seasons or between guests means nobody who stayed before still has a working key. We schedule around your travel.
Rekey or Replace? The Honest Answer
A locksmith who always recommends new hardware is selling hardware. Most of the time rekeying is the better value — not always, and we will tell you which one your door needs.
Rekey when…
- The locks work smoothly and you only want the old keys retired
- You just bought a home or a tenant just moved out
- The hardware is decent quality and in good shape
- You want several doors on the same key
- Your association or landlord prefers the existing hardware
Replace when…
- The key sticks, grinds or has to be jiggled
- Salt air has corroded the lock — very common on oceanfront doors and balconies along A1A
- It is thin builder-grade hardware on an exterior door
- You want a keypad, smart lock or a stronger grade
- There are signs someone tried to force the door
Many Highland Beach units end up with a mix: rekey the good locks and replace the one that salt air has worn out. That is normal, and either way it can all go on one key.
What Is Different About Rekeying in Highland Beach
Oceanfront salt air
Living on the ocean is tough on locks. Some corroded cylinders can still be rekeyed after a cleaning; others are past saving. We look first and give you an honest answer before quoting.
Building master keys and rules
Many Highland Beach condo buildings keep a master key for emergencies or have rules about unit locks. A quick check with the building office before we start avoids problems, and we can work with your manager if needed.
Impact doors and sliders
Oceanfront units and newer homes often have multipoint hardware on impact entry doors and balcony sliders. Most can be rekeyed; they just take a little longer than a standard deadbolt.
Mixed brands in one home
Locks replaced over the years rarely match. Many Kwikset-family and Schlage-family locks can share one key, and we tell you before we start if one cannot.
What affects the price: how many cylinders, whether they are one brand, any multipoint or mortise locks, and their age and condition. You get an exact quote before we begin, and most units are done in under an hour.
Other Highland Beach Locksmith Services
We rekey all around the area, including Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Deerfield Beach, Lantana and Lake Worth.
What customers say
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"Imagine closing on a new home, and then going to open it for the first time and the lock is busted! I called Joe at PBC Locksmith, and he said he could be there in a half hour! The deadbolt was completely broken so he took that out and replaced it, and was able to just rekey the bottom lock."
"As the HOA President in my community, we needed our common area door lock issue addressed as soon as possible. Joe from PBC came the next day and immediately addressed the situation. I'm aware many companies take advantage of a HOA, but Joe charged us what he would charge any other customer."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does rekeying a lock do?
Your lock stays on the door. We take out the cylinder, change the pins to a new combination and reinstall it. Old keys stop working right away, and you get new keys that fit.
Is rekeying cheaper than replacing the locks?
Almost always. You keep your hardware and pay only to change the key. Replacing makes sense when the lock is corroded, worn or damaged, and we will tell you which applies.
I just bought a condo in Highland Beach. Should I rekey?
Yes, and soon. Previous owners, renters, agents and contractors may all still have keys. Most units take under an hour, and afterward only your closing keys will work.
Can all of my locks be keyed alike?
Usually, if they share a compatible keyway, as most Kwikset-family and Schlage-family locks do. If one lock is different, we will tell you whether it can match.
How long does rekeying take?
A typical Highland Beach unit or home with two to five cylinders is usually done in under an hour. Corroded, mortise or multipoint locks take a bit longer.
Do I need condo approval to rekey in Highland Beach?
Usually not, since the lock looks the same afterward. Some buildings keep a master key or have rules about unit locks, so a quick call to the building office first is a good idea.
Can you rekey impact doors and French doors?
Usually. Many Highland Beach units and homes have multipoint locks on impact doors and sliders that can be rekeyed with a little more time. Send us a photo and we will confirm.
My seasonal tenant moved out. Is rekeying enough?
For most owners, yes — it is the standard step between tenants or seasons. If a lock is corroded or damaged, we replace it during the same visit, and the next guest gets keys no one else has.
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