Congratulations on the new place! Amid the boxes and to-do lists, there's one security step that's easy to overlook and important to get right: rekeying your locks. You have no way of knowing how many copies of the old keys are floating around — with previous owners, contractors, real estate agents, neighbors, or former tenants.
Why rekey before you settle in
Rekeying resets your home's access completely. Old keys stop working, and only your new keys open the doors. It's fast, affordable, and gives you real peace of mind on night one.
Locks to rekey on day one
- Front, back, and side entry doors
- The door from the garage into the house
- Any basement or exterior storage entrances
- Deadbolts as well as the knob locks
While you're at it
A move is also the perfect time to think about a few small upgrades:
- Add or upgrade deadbolts on any doors that don't have solid ones
- Consider a smart lock for keyless entry and easy access control
- Check that sliding doors and windows lock properly
One visit, whole-home peace of mind
A locksmith can typically rekey all your exterior locks in a single visit, so you start life in your new home knowing you're the only one with a key. We'll dispatch a licensed local locksmith to your new Baltimore-area home with upfront pricing and a 60-day guarantee.
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