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Moved in, lost a key, or just want old keys to stop working? We rekey your locks on-site so only your keys open the door.
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Apex Locksmith Pros · Same-day service
To rekey locks means to change the pins inside your existing lock cylinder so the old keys stop working and a new key takes over, while the lock itself stays on the door. Apex Locksmith Pros rekeys house locks on-site in McKinney, Plano, Frisco, Allen and 16 more nearby cities and neighborhoods from $35+ per cylinder, and a licensed mobile tech comes out the same day. The tech removes each cylinder, re-pins it to a new combination, cuts fresh keys, and tests every deadbolt and knob before leaving. Rekey vs change locks comes down to the hardware: if your locks still work well, rekeying is the cheaper way to cut off old keys, and replacement only makes sense for worn or damaged locks or a new style. Homeowners rekey after moving in, after a lost key, or when a tenant moves out, and several locks can be set to one key.
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Rekeying Locks from Apex Locksmith Pros: a mobile locksmith that comes to you from McKinney, TX across 27 cities and neighborhoods in Collin, Denton and Dallas counties, open daily 8 AM to 8 PM. Prices start at $35+ per cylinder, and the flat total is quoted on the phone before dispatch, with no call-out fee. Texas license #B31197901, insured.
| Service | Rekeying Locks |
|---|---|
| Category | Residential Locksmith |
| Starting price | From $35+ per cylinder |
| How pricing works | One flat total quoted on the phone before dispatch; no call-out fee |
| Hours | Daily 8 AM to 8 PM, weekends included (not 24/7) |
| Service area | 27 cities and neighborhoods in Collin, Denton and Dallas counties, mobile from McKinney, TX |
| Languages | English |
| License | Texas locksmith company license #B31197901 (Texas Department of Public Safety, Private Security Bureau) |
| Insurance | Insured |
| Phone | (469) 712-5422 |
What Do Customers Say About Our Rekeying Locks?
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“Great pricing, quick response, same day service.”
“Igor helped me out great service great communication, great help all around I really appreciated it”
“Huge thanks to the guys at Locksmith in McKinney! ChatGPT actually recommended them to me, and it was a total lifesaver. I lost the key to my rental 2020 GMC Sierra while passing through town. These guys seriously saved the day and saved me from getting hit with a massive fine from the rental company. I really liked that they checked all my docs and the rental paperwork first to make sure everything was legit. The only minor detail was having to wait a bit for Enterprise to approve replacing the key on their car, but that’s totally understandable for security. For comparison, if it wasn’t for them, I would’ve had to pay for a tow to the dealership. The dealer quoted me $1,200 for the key plus towing fees, and the whole process would’ve taken a full day. They saved me a ton of money, time, and stress. Real pros and super nice guys. Highly recommend!”
“Omg! This locksmith service was a breath of fresh air, punctual, gave me a direct price plus any added fees no surprises! The technician was extremely communicative he checked in three times with his ETA before arriving. When he arrived it took him no time to get my son back in his vehicle. I would absolutely recommend and utilize them for future services.”
“Great work and prices.”
“Apex Locksmith Pros saved the day! I lost all the keys to my Buick Enclave, and they got me back on the road fast. Great service, professional, and reliable. Highly recommend!”
“Igor was excellent! I got stuck in McKinney. Igor came fast and explained all my options ahead of time. Did not pressure. The whole thing was smooth. Will highly recommend!!”
“One of the best locksmith in town, best service, affordable prices. Technician was very polite. 10/10”
“Soltan came and was quick and efficient”
“Amazing service, best locksmith in Texas, made key for my bmw within 20 min definitely recommend”
“Hour was great. Very thorough and took his time to make sure my new key was perfect. Will definitely use again in the future!”
“Definitely recommend! I came in to get a duplicate car key made, and everything was done quickly and professionally. Communication was easy and pleasant, and the whole process was simple and stress-free. I’m very happy with the service and the result. Thank you!”
“Fast and high quality service. Recommend!!!”
“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”
“I recently lost my keys to my Lincoln Navigator and was locked out in a tough spot. I called Apex Locksmith Pros and they were fantastic from start to finish. They responded incredibly fast, arrived within 30 minutes of my call. The technician was professional, friendly, and clearly knew exactly what he was doing. He had my Navigator unlocked safely and efficiently without causing any damage to the vehicle. If you’re ever locked out of your car, these are the guys to call. Quick, reliable, and reasonably priced. Apex Locksmith Pros absolutely saved the day for me, highly recommend! Thank you again!”
“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!”
“I had an excellent experience with Apex Locksmith Pros. I needed two new smart keys for my Honda CR-V, and the technician handled everything quickly and professionally. Both keys were cut and programmed on-site, worked perfectly, and the entire process was much faster and more affordable than going to the dealership. The technician arrived on time, explained everything clearly, and used professional equipment to ensure both key fobs worked flawlessly before leaving. The service was honest, efficient, and stress-free.”(excerpt)
“We used Apex Locksmith Pros to replace a commercial lock and a push paddle latch at our business. They did an incredible job-super professional, efficient, and everything works perfectly now. Really happy with the quality of the work!”
“I accidentally washed my Hyundai key fob and got an outrageous estimate from the dealer. Called Apex, and they were very helpful. Apex told me where to get new keys for just $35 each (I ordered two since I had previously lost my spare); and then programmed both keys in under five minutes! It was an amazing experience and a drastically better deal than the dealership. Highly recommend!”
Recent Rekeying Locks Jobs
Real calls our techs ran. Areas only, never addresses.
- Re-pinning your existing lock cylinder so old keys stop working
- New working keys cut on the spot
- Matching multiple locks to a single key on request
- Quick function test so the deadbolt and knob turn smoothly
From $35+ per cylinder. The flat total depends on how many locks you have and the hardware type, and it is quoted on the phone before dispatch.
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, mention it on the call
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 Rekeying Locks Work?
Four steps from the moment you call to keys that only you hold. The tech does every step on-site, and the flat price is agreed on the phone before anyone is dispatched.
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Tell us what you've got
Call and let us know how many locks and what brand they are, like Schlage or Kwikset. You get a flat price on the call, and the dispatcher gives you a live arrival estimate on the call.
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We rekey on-site
Our tech pops the cylinder, swaps the pins to a new combination, and reassembles your lock right on the door. No drilling and no new hardware needed.
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You get fresh keys
We cut your new keys, hand them over, and test every lock. Any old key, including ones a past owner kept, no longer turns.
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Settle up at the price from the call
The bill matches the flat quote no matter how many pins moved. If you need extra copies later, any key shop can cut them from your new key.
Ready when you are. Call and hear the flat price before anyone drives out.
Locks and Brands We Rekey
Common residential hardware our mobile techs handle every day from our McKinney base.
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Common Questions, Answered Straight
What Do Customers Ask About Rekeying Locks?
Straight answers about rekeying locks in McKinney and nearby cities: what it costs, what to have ready, how the visit works and when we can come out.
Rekeying a lock means re-pinning its cylinder so it works with a new key and no longer opens with the old one. The lock body, handle and finish stay the same; only the internal pins change. It is the quickest way to cut off keys you can't account for.
Rekey if your locks work and you like them; it cancels old keys for less money. Change the locks if they are worn, damaged, or you want a different style or security grade. The tech can tell you on site which locks are worth rekeying.
Rekeying starts from $35+ per cylinder, with no call-out fee. The flat total depends on how many locks you want rekeyed and is quoted on the phone before dispatch.
Yes. If your locks are the same brand and keyway, we can set them to a single key so one key opens every door.
We recommend it. You have no way of knowing how many copies the previous owner, agents, or contractors still hold, and rekeying makes all of those keys useless.
Most standard residential pin-tumbler locks from brands like Schlage and Kwikset can be rekeyed. A few worn-out or off-brand locks are better replaced, and we'll tell you before charging you anything.
Question not answered here? Call or text us and we will answer it.
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