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Residential Locksmith in McKinney, TX
Rekeys, lock changes, smart locks and mailbox locks, handled on-site by a licensed, insured local tech.
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Apex Locksmith Pros · Same-day service
A residential locksmith handles the planned lock work that keeps a home secure, and Apex Locksmith Pros does it on-site from a base in McKinney, serving nearby cities in Collin, Denton and Dallas counties. The most common job is rekeying: we re-pin your existing locks so old keys stop working after a move, a lost key or a roommate moving out, from $35+ per cylinder. We also install and set up keypad, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth smart locks from $169+, fit new deadbolts, knobs and levers, and replace cluster or curbside mailbox locks from $85+, cutting fresh keys before we leave. Call or text with what you need, and the dispatcher quotes a flat total before a licensed, insured tech is sent, with no call-out fee. We work daily from 8 AM to 8 PM, weekends included, and most home visits happen the same day. Locked out of the house? That call goes to our emergency locksmith team.
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Landlord or property manager? Turnover rekeys, mailbox locks and repairs for rentals run through a business account with invoice billing.
What Do You Need Help With at Home?
Pick the situation that matches yours and go straight to the right service, with the starting price shown. Not sure which one fits? Call and the dispatcher sorts it out on the phone.
Locked out of the house
Damage-free entry by our emergency team, daily 8 AM to 8 PM.
Just moved in or lost a key
Rekey the locks you have so every old key stops working.
Want a new deadbolt or handle
Deadbolts, keyless deadbolts, knobs and levers installed and aligned.
Ready for a smart lock
Keypad, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth locks installed and paired with the app.
Lock sticks or will not latch
Cylinder, latch and strike plate repaired so you keep the lock.
Mailbox key lost or lock broken
Cluster and curbside mailbox locks replaced, new keys cut on the spot.
How Much Does a Residential Locksmith Cost?
Home lock work in McKinney and nearby cities starts at the listed prices below. Your flat total is quoted on the phone before anyone is sent, there is no call-out fee, and the price does not change on weekends.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| RekeyingPer lock cylinder, new keys cut on-site | $35+per cylinder |
| House lockoutDamage-free entry, handled by our emergency team | $110+flat |
| Smart lock installationInstall, setup and app pairing | from$169+ |
| Mailbox lock replacementCluster or curbside lock plus new keys | from$85+ |
| Deadbolt and lock installationDepends on the lock and number of doors | flat quote on the call |
| Lock repairDepends on what is wrong with the lock | flat quote on the call |
Rekeying is priced per cylinder, so count your exterior locks, including the door from the garage into the house, before you call. We work daily from 8 AM to 8 PM, weekends included.
Rekeying: 7 Locks, Pay for 5
Just moved? We rekey seven locks, you pay for five. Two are on us, and the old keys die that day.
Code REKEY7
One coupon per job, offers don't stack. Mention the code on the phone and the dispatcher applies it to your flat quote.
How Does Lock Rekeying Work?
Rekey, smart lock or new hardware in three steps, one local call. The tech does every step on-site, and the flat price is agreed on the phone before anyone is dispatched.
- 1
Call and tell us what you need
Rekey, new deadbolt, smart lock or mailbox lock: we confirm the job and quote a flat price on the call.
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We arrive at your door
A licensed, insured tech comes to your home with the hardware and tools already on the truck.
- 3
Done on the spot
We rekey or install, test every lock, and hand you working keys before we leave.
Ready when you are. Call and hear the flat price before anyone drives out.
Should You Rekey or Replace Your Locks?
Rekeying and replacing both make old keys useless. The difference is whether your hardware stays on the door, what you pay, and what you get beyond new keys.
| Question | Rekey | Replace |
|---|---|---|
| What changes | Only the pins inside the cylinder | The whole lock comes off the door |
| Old keys | Stop working right away | Stop working right away |
| Hardware | Your existing lock stays | New hardware is bought and installed |
| Price | $35+ per cylinder, nothing new to buy | Hardware plus installation; smart locks from $169+ |
| One key for every door | Yes, when the locks share a keyway | Choose matching hardware |
| Best for | Moving in, a lost key, a roommate or tenant moving out | Worn, sticking or break-in damaged locks, or an upgrade to a smart lock or higher grade |
Rule of thumb: If the lock works smoothly and the problem is who holds keys, rekey. If the lock itself is failing or you want new features, replace. Plenty of homes mix the two: rekey the good deadbolts and replace the one tired lock.
Read more: Rekey or Replace Your Locks? How to Decide · Is It Cheaper to Rekey or Replace Locks?
What Should You Do With the Locks After Moving In?
You get keys at closing, but not a list of who else holds copies. Work through these steps in your first week, then look at how well the front door is held in its frame.
Just moved in: do this first
- 1Count every exterior lock, including the door from the garage into the house.
- 2Rekey every exterior lock and ask for all of them on one key.
- 3Reset the garage door opener code and clear old remotes.
- 4Change the code on any smart lock or keypad the last owner used.
- 5Sort out the mailbox key; a new mailbox lock is from $85+.
- 6Check for a spare key hidden outside under a mat or a fake rock.
- 7Make sure every window lock latches.
Make the front door harder to force
- 1A Grade 1 or strong Grade 2 deadbolt with a one-inch throw.
- 2A reinforced strike plate held by three-inch screws that reach the wall stud.
- 3A bolt that extends fully into the frame without sticking.
- 4Smart locks with a real ANSI grade and a mechanical key backup.
Home Lock Brands We Install & Service
Everyday residential hardware and high-security cylinders, rekeyed, repaired and installed on-site.
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Why Choose Us
Locked out is stressful enough. Here's why neighbors in McKinney and nearby cities call us first.
Licensed Company
Texas locksmith company license #B31197901 (DPS Private Security Bureau), insured. You deal with Apex directly, not a call center.
Transparent Upfront Pricing
You get a flat quote before any work starts. No call-out games, no surprise add-ons.
Same-Day Service
A mobile tech comes to your car, home or business the same day, seven days a week from 8 AM to 8 PM.
No Call-Out Fee
You pay for the job, not the trip. The flat total is quoted on the phone before anyone drives out.
What Do Customers Say About Us on Google?
Real reviews from our Google Business Profile, shown word for word with the month they were posted. The first one is a house lockout; the others describe our service in general.
I was locked out, and they arrived much faster than I expected. The locksmith was courteous, skilled, and got me back inside without damaging the lock. Thank you for the excellent service!
Great price—lower than another local locksmith I called. I only waited a few minutes before he arrived, and he fixed the issue quickly. Professional, honest, and reliable service. I highly recommend this Locksmith
Fast and high quality service. Recommend!!!
Rated 5.0 on Google. Read all reviews on Google
What Do Customers Ask About Residential Locksmith?
Straight answers about our residential locksmith work in McKinney and nearby cities: pricing, what to have ready, how the visit works and our daily hours.
Rekeying starts from $35+ per cylinder, so the total depends on how many locks you want on the new key. The dispatcher quotes one flat total on the call before a tech is sent, and there is no call-out fee.
Rekey if your locks work and you just need old keys to stop working: we change the pins and keep your hardware. Replace them if the lock is worn, damaged, or you want an upgrade such as a smart lock. We tell you which makes sense before any work starts.
Yes. We install and set up keypad, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth smart locks (Schlage Encode, August, Yale and more), including app pairing. Smart lock installation starts from $169+.
Yes. We decode or rekey the lock and cut fresh keys on-site, even when no original exists.
Yes. We replace cluster and curbside mailbox locks and cut new keys on the spot, from $85+. It is a common job after buying a home or losing the mailbox key.
Same day. We work every day from 8 AM to 8 PM, weekends included, and the dispatcher gives you a live arrival estimate on the call.
Rekeying changes the pins inside the cylinder so the old key stops working and a new key operates the lock, while the lock itself stays on the door. We rekey home locks for $35+ per cylinder.
Usually yes, as long as the locks share a keyway, and most big-box brands do. One key for the front, back and garage entry door is the most common rekey request we get.
No. A locksmith can pick the lock open and rekey it anyway. It adds a little work, not a roadblock.
Yes, ideally on move-in day. Previous owners, agents, contractors, cleaners and neighbors may still hold working copies. Rekeying every exterior lock to one new key costs $35+ per cylinder, done in one visit.
Yes, in the vast majority of cases. We pick or bypass the lock, so the door, frame and hardware stay as they were and your key still works. Drilling is a last resort you approve first. A house lockout is $110+ flat.
Most sticking locks can be repaired. The tech frees the cylinder or realigns the latch and strike. If the hardware is too damaged for repair to be practical, you hear that before any extra work.
Yes. You can supply your own deadbolt, knob, lever or smart lock, and the tech installs and aligns it. If you have not picked one yet, the tech can tell you what fits your door.
The lease decides the details. Usually the tenant pays for their own lockouts and lost keys, and the landlord pays for failed locks, break-in damage and the rekey between tenants.
Question not answered here? Call or text us and we will answer it.
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