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Rekey

Lock rekeying across San Diego County

Last reviewed April 2026 · Swift Key San Diego

Rekeying changes who has a working key without replacing the hardware. We pop the cylinder, swap the pin configuration, and cut a new set of keys that match — usually in 10 to 15 minutes per lock. It is the right call after moving in, losing a key, or ending a roommate or tenancy.

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Locksmith rekeying a Kwikset deadbolt cylinder with new pins

What's included in this service?

  • Rekey standard deadbolts and knob locks (Kwikset, Schlage, Defiant, Baldwin)
  • Match multiple locks to a single key (deadbolt + knob + back door = one key)
  • Rekey Kwikset SmartKey cylinders on-site
  • Rekey rental properties between tenants
  • Rekey after a lost-key or stolen-key incident
  • High-security rekey for Medeco and Mul-T-Lock cylinders (restricted keyways)

When do you need this service?

  • Just moved into a house or condo — you don't know who else has keys
  • Lost a key somewhere and can't find it
  • Ex-roommate, contractor, or former employee still has a key
  • Starting a new rental tenancy (landlord should rekey between tenants by law in CA for some situations)
  • Multiple locks with different keys — want them keyed alike

What do homeowners ask about Rekey?

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Where do we offer Rekey in San Diego County?

We provide rekey in every city and community in San Diego County. Pick your city for local climate notes and service specifics.

Central Rekey in San Diego Dense mix of craftsman homes, downtown condos, and new-build towers — every kind of lock hardware rotates through on a weekly basis.
North Coastal Rekey in Oceanside High PCS turnover near Camp Pendleton generates steady rekey demand; rental properties cycle tenants faster than most areas.
North Coastal Rekey in Carlsbad Mix of master-planned communities, corporate campuses, and Legoland-adjacent vacation homes — residential and commercial work both run steady.
North County Inland Rekey in Escondido Large single-family homes and gated communities — most have 3–5 exterior cylinders we key alike on rekey calls.
East County Rekey in El Cajon Mix of older homes, newer developments, and multi-family housing — lockout and rekey volume is one of our highest county-wide.
South County Rekey in Chula Vista Eastern developments (Otay Ranch, Eastlake) run modern hardware; western Chula Vista has older cylinders we service often.
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Real feedback

Homeowners who hired us for this

Locked keys in the car at Target parking lot on a Sunday afternoon. Called and the tech was there in 25 minutes. Used some kind of inflatable wedge and a rod — no damage to the door. Paid what they quoted, no surprises.

Maria G. Car Lockout · Chula Vista

Just bought our first house and wanted all the locks rekeyed. Four doors, keyed alike, done in under an hour. The tech explained everything and even showed us how a rekey works. Way cheaper than replacing all the locks like we thought.

Jason B. Lock Rekey · Oceanside

My late father's safe had been sitting locked for ten years — we had no combination. Swift Key opened it non-destructively, then helped me change the combo so I could actually use it. Took about 90 minutes. Professional and careful with the safe.

Patricia W. Safe Opening · La Mesa
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Need rekey in San Diego County?

Call for a free quote. Most work scheduled within the week.

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