Residential Rekeying & Lock Change
in Brooklyn, NY
Prime Locksmith provides specialized mobile service for Residential Rekeying vehicles across Brooklyn. Our technicians carry brand-specific key blanks and programming tools so we can cut and program keys on-site. Common services include lost key replacement, key fob battery replacement, transponder programming, ignition repair, and broken-key extraction. We prioritize fast arrival times, damage-free entry, and transparent pricing — typically arriving within 15 minutes in-service areas. If your Residential Rekeying model needs a smart key or proximity fob, we test and program all functions before we leave to ensure everything works seamlessly.
Moving into a new home or concerned about who has copies of your keys? Prime Locksmith provides professional residential rekeying and lock change services across Brooklyn. Same-day service, affordable rates.
Protect Your Home with Professional Rekeying
When you move into a new apartment in Bushwick or buy a brownstone in Park Slope, you have no idea how many copies of your keys are floating around. Previous owners, former tenants, contractors, real estate agents — any of them could have a spare. Rekeying your locks is the only way to guarantee that you and your family are the only ones with access.
Rekeying is a cost-effective alternative to replacing your entire lock system. A skilled locksmith adjusts the internal pins and tumblers so your existing locks work with a new set of keys. Your hardware stays in place — the same deadbolts, the same knobs, the same strike plates — but your old keys become useless. It's faster, cheaper, and just as secure as installing brand-new locks.
Prime Locksmith specializes in residential rekeying across all of Brooklyn. Whether you own a pre-war co-op in Crown Heights, a rental in Greenpoint, or a detached home in Bay Ridge, we can rekey any standard lock cylinder. We also offer full lock replacement services if your hardware is outdated, damaged, or if you're looking to upgrade to high-security deadbolts.
What We Offer
Comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs.
Full Home Rekeying
We rekey every exterior lock on your property to work with a single master key. Front door, back door, side door, garage — one key opens everything. We can also key locks individually if you prefer separate keys for different entrances.
- Single-key convenience for all doors
- Works with existing hardware
- Same-day service available
Lock Change & Replacement
If your locks are old, worn, or damaged, replacement may be the better option. We carry a full inventory of residential-grade and high-security locks from trusted brands. Our technicians handle removal and installation in a single visit.
- Schlage, Kwikset & Yale installation
- High-security deadbolt upgrades
- Smart lock compatible hardware
Apartment & Condo Rekeying
Brooklyn's rental market turns over fast. Whether you're a landlord preparing for new tenants or a renter who wants peace of mind, we provide fast, affordable rekeying for apartments, condos, and multi-unit buildings.
- Landlord bulk rekeying discounts
- Tenant move-in rekeying
- Master key system setup
Why Brooklyn Trusts Us
Affordable Pricing
Rekeying costs a fraction of full lock replacement. We offer competitive rates and transparent quotes with no hidden fees.
Same-Day Service
Need your locks rekeyed today? We dispatch mobile technicians across Brooklyn for same-day residential service.
Licensed & Insured
All our technicians are licensed, bonded, and insured. Your home's security is too important to trust to amateurs.
Mobile Service
We come to you. Our fully stocked vans carry thousands of pins, springs, and lock components for on-the-spot rekeying.
What Our Customers Say
"Just bought a co-op in Crown Heights and wanted all the locks rekeyed before moving in. Prime Locksmith came the same day, rekeyed three doors in under an hour, and gave me one key for everything. Highly recommend."
— David L., Crown Heights
"As a landlord with six units in Bushwick, I use Prime Locksmith for all my turnover rekeying. They're fast, reliable, and their bulk pricing saves me hundreds per year."
— Maria K., Bushwick
How It Works
Simple, transparent, and professional from start to finish.
Call or Book Online
Contact us at (718) 850‑0914 or use our online form. Tell us how many locks need rekeying and your Brooklyn location for a free quote.
Technician Arrives
A licensed technician arrives at your property with a fully stocked mobile workshop. We bring thousands of pin combinations to match any key.
Rekeying Process
The technician removes each lock cylinder, disassembles it, replaces the pin stack, and reassembles it with new springs and drivers matched to your new key.
Key Distribution
You receive new keys for every rekeyed lock. We test each lock multiple times to ensure smooth operation before we leave.
Security Check
We walk through your property to verify all locks are functioning correctly and offer recommendations for any additional security upgrades.
Serving All of Brooklyn & NYC
Prime Locksmith proudly serves every neighborhood in Brooklyn including Williamsburg, Park Slope, Bushwick, DUMBO, Flatbush, Greenpoint, Crown Heights, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Bay Ridge, Sunset Park, Borough Park, Fort Greene, Prospect Heights, Canarsie, East New York, Sheepshead Bay, and Coney Island. We also serve Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island, and parts of Long Island.
Our mobile fleet is strategically positioned across the borough to ensure rapid response times. No matter where you are in Kings County, we're never more than 15 minutes away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rekeying adjusts the internal pins of your existing lock so it works with a new key. It's cheaper and faster because your hardware stays in place. Changing locks means removing the entire lock assembly and installing a new one. We recommend rekeying when your hardware is in good condition, and replacement when locks are worn, damaged, or outdated.
A standard home with 3 to 4 exterior locks typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. Larger homes or multi-unit buildings may take longer. Our technicians work efficiently to minimize disruption to your day.
Yes. We can rekey Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, Baldwin, and most other residential lock brands to operate with a single master key. This is called keying alike, and it's one of our most popular services for homeowners.
Yes, we need someone at the property to provide access and receive the new keys. If you're a landlord, you can arrange for a super or property manager to be present.
Pricing depends on the number of locks and the type of cylinders. A typical 3-lock home rekeying starts at around $120. We provide exact quotes upfront with no surprises.
Many smart locks have mechanical key overrides that can be rekeyed. We can also reprogram electronic codes and update digital access credentials as part of our service.
Absolutely. If someone with a key is no longer supposed to have access, rekeying is the safest and most affordable solution. Don't take chances with your home security.
Ready to Get Started?
Call us now for fast, professional service anywhere in Brooklyn.
(718) 850‑0914Available 24/7 — including weekends and holidays