Lock Rekeying Service Ottawa
Change the old key for a new one without having to change the locks.
If you’ve recently moved into a new home, lost your keys, or had a security concern, rekeying your locks is one of the most effective and affordable ways to protect your property. Emergency Locksmith Ottawa provides professional lock rekeying services in Ottawa for residential, commercial, and automotive clients.
We understand that your safety and privacy come first — that’s why our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, offering fast, reliable, and cost-effective rekeying solutions anywhere in the Greater Ottawa Area.
What Is Rekeying A Lock?
Rekeying a lock means changing the key pins inside your lock.
This will eliminate the old key and cause it to not work anymore and no longer be able to open your door. To do this, all of the key pins are removed from their slots and swapped with new ones, and to work properly, the length of its pins must match the depth of its grooves causing a new key or keys to work with that lock. The new keys correspond to the new key pins .
In order to rekey a lock by yourself, you will need at least one working key.
If you have locks of different brands on your house and you want them all to work on the same key, you will need to change some locks so that all your locks match and will be of the same brand (or have the same type of keyway), only then you can re-key them all to the same key.
For example, if your front entrance is fitted with a Schlage lock, any other locks you want to be able to open with the new keys must also be made by Schlage.
If you’re concerned about people getting into your new home or if you’re rekeying it for new tenants, we’re here to help. We’ll rekey your home’s locks so that only authorized people can unlock each lock and gain entry to your home. Rekeying locks is a fast and effective way to protect all of those precious things stored in your home.
Benefits of Rekeying Your Locks:
Keep the existing lock while having a new key.
Saving Money
One key, multiple locks
Replacing Your Lock Versus Rekeying
We can change your lock if you would like, or we can rekey the lock you already have.
Is It Better to Rekey or Change Locks? If you change the lock, we will have to replace the entire lock to an new lock from the doorframe instead of just changing the pins inside the cylinder.
Changing a lock has many advantages, for example, if your locks are old and worn out, changing them is preferable to rekey, but it is a more expensive solution and will take more time to carry out. Not to worry, though, our lock rekey experts will always assess your circumstances and provide you with a different key and the fastest and most cost-effective solution and will keep the same manufacturer lock.
Why Choose Rekeying Over Changing Locks?
Lock rekeying is a simple process where our expert locksmiths modify the internal pins of your existing locks, so they work with a new key — without replacing the entire lock mechanism.
This means:
- Enhanced security without the high cost of new locks
- Quick turnaround time (usually completed in under an hour)
- Perfect for new homeowners, landlords, and businesses
- No visible changes to your doors or hardware
Residential Lock Rekeying
We can help you rekey your locks in minutes, so you’ll be back to your normal routine in no time. Whether you’re concerned about the safety of your new apartment or have had your keys stolen or lost, our reliable residential lock rekeying services offer an incredibly fast solution. Our expert locksmiths will rekey any locks for you at an affordable price while meeting the highest standards.
Commercial Lock Rekeying
At Emergency Locksmith, we understand how important your organization’s security is to you. That’s why we are here to ensure that your business is protected at all times. One of the most affordable solutions when it comes to unexpected circumstances, such as losing your set of keys or moving to a new building, is commercial lock rekeying. Our locksmith technicians are licensed, certified and thoroughly trained and will provide you with any necessary lock rekeying services so you and your business can feel safe again.
Master Key System
We provide master key systems that will allow you to have one key that can unlock any door in your building or space instead having multiple keys for each lock. Our service goes beyond commercial, we also provide master key systems for residential clients. A master key system improves security, and convenience and gives you full access to your property or building by not having to carry around a bunch of keys for all the locks.
When Should You Rekey Your Locks?
You should consider rekeying your locks in the following situations:
- After moving into a new home or office
- If you’ve lost your keys or had them stolen
- Following a break-in or attempted break-in
- When tenants or employees change
- To unify multiple locks under one key for convenience
Our team uses high-quality tools and precision techniques to ensure every rekeyed lock operates smoothly and securely.
Professional & Mobile Rekeying in Ottawa
Misplaced your house keys? and worrying about a stranger getting in? Not to worry!
At Emergency Locksmith Ottawa, we come to you fully equipped with all the necessary tools and key blanks. Our locksmiths handle everything on-site — no need to remove your locks or visit a workshop. Whether it’s a single lock or an entire property, we deliver fast, professional rekeying service at your doorstep.
We proudly serve Ottawa and all nearby areas, including Nepean, Kanata, Orleans, Barrhaven, and Gatineau.
Available 24/7 — Call Us Anytime
If you need to rekey your locks urgently or schedule a security upgrade, call Emergency Locksmith Ottawa today. We’re here to make your home, business, or vehicle safe again — quickly and affordably.
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