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House Lockouts, Rekeys & Lock Changes

Locked out, just moved in, or lost a key? We open your door without damage whenever possible, rekey locks so old keys stop working, and repair worn locks across The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball, Cypress and Katy.

TAP TO CALL: (281) 640-4745

Same-day service, with an arrival time when you call. Exact price before we dispatch.

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Rekey or replace?

Rekey or Replace Your Locks?

Most homes only need a rekey. We tell you honestly which one you need.

Rekey: $45 per cylinder

We change the pins inside the lock so old keys stop working, then cut new keys. Your hardware stays. Best after a move, a lost key or a tenant change.

Example: a home with 4 exterior cylinders is 4 × $45 = $180. The $25 dispatch fee is credited toward the job.

Replace or upgrade

When a lock is worn out, damaged, or you want an upgrade such as a smart lock or a stronger deadbolt. We quote parts and labor before we install anything.

  • Deadbolts and handle sets
  • Smart lock installation
  • Locks you bought yourself, installed

Lockouts & repairs

Locked Out or Lock Not Working?

Non-destructive entry first. Drilling is the last resort, and we ask before we do it.

House lockouts: $150

We check a photo ID showing the address, or a lease, utility bill or closing documents, before we open the door.

Landlords: lockouts of current tenants follow Texas rules. See eviction & REO rekeying.

Sticking locks & broken keys

  • Broken key extraction: $125
  • Sticking or hard-to-turn locks cleaned and repaired
  • Key copies from $15

Honest pricing

Home Locksmith Prices

Published rates. The price you are quoted is the price you pay.

  • Service call / dispatch feeCredited toward your job$25
  • House lockout$150
  • RekeyPer cylinder$45
  • Broken key extraction$125
  • Key duplicationDepends on key$15+

Lock replacement and smart lock installs are quoted before we start. Credit card payments include a 3% processing fee. See the full pricing menu.

Google reviews

Homeowners Rate Us 4.7 Stars

Lock repair
Super impressed with their fast and honest work. I had an old lock that was sticking and hard to turn. They cleaned it up and made it work like new again. Didn’t try to sell me anything unnecessary.
Charlie B. · Google review
Rental door
Alex was amazing! He secured a door for us in our Airbnb quickly and efficiently! It looks like we bought it from the store that way!
Rachel S. · Google review
Upfront pricing
Alexey was punctual and his price stated was the price at the end. Having dealt with previous locksmiths giving the run around and upping the price when the service was completed, this was very stress free and professional.
Jasmine T. · Google review

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Tell us about the job and we'll call or text you back with your price. Requests sent after 9 PM or on Sunday are answered when we open at 7 AM.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about house lockouts, rekeys and lock changes.

How much does it cost to rekey a house?

$45 per lock cylinder. A home with 4 exterior cylinders costs $180. The $25 dispatch fee is credited toward the job, and you get the exact total before we dispatch.

Should I rekey or replace my locks?

Rekey when the locks work well and you just need old keys to stop working, such as after a move or a lost key. Replace when a lock is worn, damaged or you want an upgrade like a smart lock. We tell you honestly which one you need.

What do you need to let me into my house?

A photo ID showing the address, or a lease, utility bill or closing documents in your name. We check it before we open the door.

Can you rekey a smart lock?

If the smart lock has a key cylinder, usually yes. Tell us the brand and model and we will confirm before we come out.

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