Blog › Aug 21, 2026
Door lock rekey Miami is the right job when the hardware still works but the keys are the problem — new home, Airbnb turnover, lost set, or a roommate who kept a copy. Gold Hands rekeys cylinders at $35 per lock and can match multiple exterior doors to one key when the keyways allow. This is not a smart-lock swap and not a full deadbolt install — those are separate menu lines.
Key takeaways
- Rekeying (per lock): $35
- Strike plate realignment: $49 · deadbolt existing prep: $89 · new bore + deadbolt: $139
- Entry handle set: $99 · smart lock + app: $129
- Best for: move-in, lost keys, tenant change — keep solid hardware, change who can enter
- Hubs: door lock installation · lock cost guide · smart lock & doorbell
Menu prices (rekey vs replace)
| Job | Labor |
|---|---|
| Rekeying (per lock) | $35 |
| Strike plate realignment | $49 |
| Deadbolt (existing door prep) | $89 |
| Entry handle set installation | $99 |
| Smart lock + app setup | $129 |
| New door bore & deadbolt | $139 |
| Door adjustment / planing (if swollen) | $119 |
Source: services.json door-lock-installation + door-repair. New keys/pins included in rekey labor for standard residential cylinders; exotic / restricted keyways may need a parts note.
Rekey vs replace — quick decision
Miami / condo notes
- Humidity swell — South Florida doors expand; a fresh rekey that will not throw often needs strike or plane work, not another set of pins.
- Unit doors only — we do not rekey building master / HOA common doors.
- Same-key bundles — front + side + garage entry on one key is the usual move-in package; count cylinders in your photo list.
- Related — door repair · post-hurricane door seals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does door lock rekeying cost in Miami?
Rekeying is $35 per lock on our door-lock menu. Strike plate realignment is $49. If the hardware itself is worn or you want a new deadbolt, deadbolt on existing prep is $89; new bore + deadbolt $139; entry handle set $99; smart lock + app $129.
When should I rekey instead of replacing locks?
Rekey when the cylinders are solid but you need new keys — after a tenant move-out, lost keys, a breakup, or a home purchase when you do not trust prior keys. Replace when the lock is sticky, corroded from salt air, drilled, or you want a smart lock.
Can you rekey every exterior door to one key?
Yes on compatible keyways. We rekey deadbolts and entry sets so front, back, and garage side doors share one key when the brands/keyways allow. Tell us how many cylinders before we arrive.
Is rekey the same as smart lock installation?
No. Rekey keeps your existing hardware and changes the pins/keys. Smart lock install ($129) swaps or overlays electronic hardware and includes app setup — see our smart lock & doorbell blog.
Do condo and Coral Gables / Brickell doors rekey the same?
Yes for unit doors. Building common doors and HOA master-keyed systems are usually off-limits — we only rekey locks you own. Swollen Miami humidity doors may need plane/adjust ($119) or strike realignment ($49) so the rekeyed bolt throws cleanly.