Moving into a new house brings a long list of tasks for any family. We often focus on painting walls or moving furniture while overlooking the most important step for our safety. When you receive the keys to your new property, you have no way of knowing how many copies of those keys exist. Previous owners, contractors, or real estate agents might still hold access to your front door. Our team at Super G & R recommends rekeying your locks immediately to ensure you are the only person with access to your home.
We believe that peace of mind starts with a secure perimeter. Rekeying is a process where our professional technicians change the internal pins of your existing locks. This makes the old keys useless without requiring you to buy entirely new hardware. It is a cost-effective way to refresh your security. While we often help families with residential locksmith services, we see many people wait until a security scare happens before they take action.
Our technicians often meet clients who think they need to replace every handle and deadbolt on their doors. This is rarely the case. If your hardware is in good condition, we simply adjust the internal mechanism. This saves you money and keeps your high-quality handlesets intact. If you find yourself locked out during the move, you can also contact an emergency locksmith in Calgary to help you regain entry and perform the rekeying at the same time.
At Super G & R, we understand that security extends beyond the front door. Many homeowners also have detached garages or workshops that need attention. We provide consistent security across your entire property so one key can open every door. This convenience simplifies your life and reduces the number of items on your keychain. If you find that your keys are worn down from years of use at your previous residence, we offer car key cutting to ensure your vehicle keys are just as reliable as your new house keys.
Business owners moving into new office spaces face similar risks. While residential needs are different, we also provide commercial locksmith solutions to help local companies secure their inventory and staff. Whether it is a house or a shop, knowing exactly who has a key is the foundation of a good security plan.
Our climate in Alberta can be harsh on locks and electronic components. Extreme temperature swings cause metal to expand and contract, which eventually leads to sticking locks. During our visit, we inspect your door alignment and lubricate the moving parts. This proactive maintenance prevents you from needing a car key replacement or a residential lock repair in the middle of a cold snap. Super G & R takes pride in helping our neighbours feel safe in their new surroundings.
How long does it take to rekey a whole house? Our professional technicians can typically rekey a standard home with four or five locks in under an hour. We work efficiently to ensure your schedule remains on track during your move.
Is rekeying cheaper than replacing locks? Yes, rekeying is significantly more affordable because you only pay for the labour and small internal pins rather than the entire lock housing and handle.
Do I need to rekey the deadbolt and the handle? We recommend rekeying both if they use a key. This ensures total security and allows us to set them to work with the exact same key for your convenience.
Can you rekey locks from different brands to use one key? This depends on the keyway. Our experts can usually match locks from the same brand or those with compatible internal structures to use a single key.
Should I rekey my mailbox lock as well? We highly suggest rekeying or replacing the mailbox lock. Mail theft is a concern in many areas, and ensuring you have the only key protects your personal information.