Davidson rekeying demand is split between two distinct markets: historic home buyers in the downtown district who inherit locks with unknown key histories, and new construction buyers in Bailey's Glen and along the lake corridor. Historic home rekeying in Davidson is more complex than a standard suburban job — original mortise locks and antique Schlage cylinders from the 1940s-1960s require brand-specific pin sets. We carry them. New construction rekeying is fast and straightforward. We handle 4-6 rekeying jobs per week in Davidson.
In Davidson specifically
Davidson's historic district along Main, South, Oak, and Concord streets has homes that predate modern pin-tumbler locks in some cases, with heavy mortise hardware that has been rekeyed multiple times over decades. Buyers of these properties frequently do not know how many key copies are in circulation — real estate agents, previous owners, handymen, and tenants may all have had copies. New construction in Bailey's Glen off Ervin Road uses standard builder-grade Kwikset and Schlage, easily rekeyed in 10 minutes per door. Lake Davidson waterfront homes often have 5-6 exterior access points — garage, dock entry, main entry, mudroom — requiring a larger batch job.
Common Rekeying calls in Davidson
- $220
Historic Davidson home, Oak St
Buyers inherited 3 different key profiles; previous owners unknown
4 cylinders including one original mortise. All rekeyed to single new profile. 60-minute job.
- $165
Bailey's Glen new construction
Builder grade Kwikset on 3 exterior doors, just closed
3 cylinders rekeyed to buyer's personal key. 30 minutes total.
- $270
Lake Davidson waterfront estate
6-access-point home, new ownership, all locks to rekey
6 cylinders. Bulk rate applied at $45/cylinder. 2 keys per door. 75-minute job.
- $220
Davidson College faculty housing
Faculty turnover, university wants fresh key profile between occupants
4 cylinders, university-managed housing. Standard Schlage. 40-minute job.
- $220
River Run home
Post-divorce security rekey, 4 cylinders
4 cylinders including garage entry. All keyed alike on new profile. Same-day service.
Pricing
| Service type | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard cylinder rekey | $55/cylinder | |
| Smart lock cylinder rekey | $45/cylinder | |
| High-security cylinder (Medeco/Mul-T-Lock) | $60/cylinder | |
| Mailbox or padlock rekey | $55 | |
| Bulk rate (5+ cylinders) | $45/cylinder |
2 fresh-cut keys included per cylinder. Extra keys $3-5 each. All locks re-keyed alike unless you prefer separate keys.
Call to confirm exact price before dispatch.
Response time & coverage
- · Downtown Davidson
- · Davidson College area
- · River Run
- · Bailey's Glen
- · Lake Davidson waterfront
ZIP codes served: 28036
How it works
- 1
Count exterior cylinders + call
Front door, back door, garage entry, side door — usually 3-5 per home. Exact quote on the phone.
- 2
Tech arrives with pinning kit
Mobile unit with pin sets for Kwikset, Schlage, Yale, Defiant, mortise cylinders, plus key cutting machine.
- 3
Rekey each cylinder
10-15 minutes per door. Old pins swapped for new. Two fresh keys per cylinder, all keyed alike.
- 4
Hand off keys and test every door
Every cylinder tested with the new key. 90-day workmanship warranty.
Rekeying FAQ — Davidson
Can you rekey original mortise locks in Davidson historic homes?
Yes — we carry mortise cylinder pin sets and key blanks for the common antique formats found in Davidson's downtown district. We identify the lock type on the phone before dispatch.
How much does rekeying cost in Davidson?
$55 per standard cylinder. 5 or more drops to $45 each. High-security Medeco/Mul-T-Lock $60. 2 fresh keys included per cylinder.
Do you serve Bailey's Glen for new construction rekeying?
Yes — Bailey's Glen is a frequent call for us. New construction builder cylinders are rekeyed same day, often within an hour of your closing.
How many cylinders does a typical Davidson home have?
Historic homes often have 4-5 including mortise locks. New construction typically 3-4. Lake homes can have 6 or more access points. We count on the phone and give an exact quote.
Do you rekey high-security locks?
Yes — Medeco and Mul-T-Lock at $60/cylinder. These require brand-specific blanks and pin sets that we carry on the truck.
Rekeying near Davidson
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