Lock Rekeying for Greenville homes and businesses

Palmetto State Locksmith calls Greenville home, and it is where more of our lock rekeying jobs happen than anywhere else in Greenville County. We rekey Kwikset, Schlage, and most other residential locks and can key multiple locks alike so one key opens everything. Customers notice this: multiple locks keyed alike on one visit. It is faster and less expensive than full lock replacement, and it makes sense whenever you move into a new home, after a tenant moves out, if you lose a key, or after a breakup or roommate change. It's part of the job: old keys immediately stop working. If you also need Broken Key Extraction or Residential Locksmith in Greenville, we handle that too.

This page covers our full service area here: the ZIP codes, neighborhoods, and landmarks we cover across the city. We regularly help with lock rekeying near Fluor Field and along US-276 in Greenville. We cover ZIP codes including 29601, 29605, 29607.

We answer the phone, we show up when we say we will, and we stand behind our work. That is the entire pitch.

Why Greenville Customers Need Lock Rekeying

Breakup or roommate change: When someone with a key moves out and shouldn't have access anymore, rekeying is the quickest way to restore control.
A service provider or contractor had a spare key: Once a project wraps up, many homeowners rekey rather than track down every copy that was handed out.
Tenant move-out: Landlords rekey between tenants as standard practice so a previous renter's key no longer works.
Moving into a new home: You rarely know how many key copies exist for a home you just bought or rented, which makes rekeying the most common move-in task.

The Risks of DIY Lock Rekeying in Greenville

Rekeying the wrong cylinder type without checking compatibility: Not every lock brand uses the same pinning system, and attempting to rekey an incompatible cylinder with a generic kit can damage the mechanism.
Assuming all locks in the house use the same pin kit: Different lock ages or manufacturers in the same home sometimes require different pin kits, and using the wrong one leads to a lock that won't turn.
Small springs and pins are easy to lose: The internal components are tiny, and losing even one during disassembly can leave the lock unusable until replaced.
Rekeying kits require precise pin alignment: Each pin chamber needs the exact right pin size in the exact right order — one misplaced pin and the cylinder won't turn at all.

What Affects the Cost

Lock brand and cylinder type
Number of locks being rekeyed
Whether locks are being keyed alike or kept separate
Condition of the existing hardware

Palmetto State Locksmith vs. DIY vs. Dealership

Comparison of Palmetto State Locksmith, DIY, and dealership/alternative options for Lock Rekeying
Palmetto State Locksmith	DIY	Dealership / Alternative
Tested and confirmed before we leave	Rekeying kits are inexpensive but require careful, patient work	Big-box stores sell kits but don't perform the rekeying
Multiple locks keyed alike in one visit	Matching several locks yourself takes trial and error	Not offered as a service
Assessment of whether the lock is a good rekeying candidate	No way to know in advance if the lock is too worn to rekey	Not offered as a service

How it works

1
Schedule your visit
Book online or call. Let us know how many locks you need rekeyed and what brand they are.
2
On-site assessment
We look at each lock, confirm it is in good condition to rekey, and quote the final price.
3
Rekeying the locks
We remove the cylinder, swap the pins, and test the new keys multiple times.
4
Key handoff
You get new keys that work and confirmation that old keys will no longer open the locks.

Lock Rekeying questions from Greenville

Is Palmetto State Locksmith bonded and insured?

Yes. Palmetto State Locksmith is fully bonded and insured with $1M in liability coverage, and operates as a fully professional locksmith business.

Do you offer free quotes?

Yes. We give you a price estimate before we head out and confirm the final price before starting any work. Call (864) 685-3771 or use the online quote form.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, check, credit card, debit card, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, PayPal, Zelle, and Apple Pay.

What are your hours?

Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Saturday, closed.

Is rekeying as secure as replacing the lock?

Yes, as long as the lock itself is in good working condition. Rekeying changes the key combination, which is the security concern when an old key is out there. If the lock mechanism is worn or damaged, replacement makes more sense.

Can you key all my locks alike?

Yes. If you have multiple locks from the same brand, we can often key them so one key opens all of them. Let us know when you book.

How long does rekeying take?

Usually 10-15 minutes per lock. A typical home with 2-3 exterior locks is done in under an hour.

Do you charge extra to come to Greenville?

No. Greenville is inside our standard service territory. The price you are quoted is the price you pay. No travel surcharges.

Can you get into downtown Greenville parking decks for a car lockout?

Yes. We run lockout calls to the parking decks around Main Street and Bon Secours Wellness Arena regularly, including on event nights. Give us your deck and level when you call so we can find you fast.

Do you rekey the older lock hardware found in Augusta Road and Hampton-Pinckney homes?

Yes. Many homes in these neighborhoods still have original mortise locks or skeleton-key hardware. We carry parts for older lock styles and can rekey them or recommend a compatible upgrade if replacement parts are not available.

Do you handle lockouts and rekeys at Greenville apartment and townhome complexes?

Yes. We work with residents and property managers along the Woodruff Road and Pelham Road corridors on move-in rekeys, broken key extractions, and lockouts. Property managers can also set up an account for recurring turnover work.

Do you handle lock rekeying near Bon Secours Wellness Arena?

Yes. We regularly serve the area around Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville for lock rekeying and all of our other locksmith services. Call (864) 685-3771 to confirm and get a free quote.

Do locals in Greenville usually try DIY lock rekeying first?

Some do, and it does not always go well. One common problem: assuming all locks in the house use the same pin kit. Different lock ages or manufacturers in the same home sometimes require different pin kits, and using the wrong one leads to a lock that won't turn. Call (864) 685-3771 and we will handle it correctly the first time.