How do you rekey a Schlage lock without the original key?

How do you rekey a Schlage lock without the original key?

1. Use lock-picking tools legally to unlock your own door.
2. Use a paper clip to firmly press into the knob hole, located on the side of knob.
3. Separate the cylinder housing and use the retainer ring tool in the re-keying set to remove the retainer ring.

Can I rekey my own Schlage locks?

CHANGE-A-LOCK® is the first product to provide the opportunity for you to rekey your own locks at a fraction of the cost a locksmith would charge. Do not use the CHANGE-A-LOCK® rekeying method with the new Schlage SecureKey® Locks. You can use the keys in the CHANGE-A-LOCK® rekey kit to have all your locks keyed alike.

Do you need original key to rekey a lock?

For rekeying the lock cylinder, the locksmith must bring the lock to the unlocking position. There are many types of lock and all of the locks cannot be rekeyed without the original key. Some of the smart key, deadbolt and knob locks cannot be rekeyed without the original key.

Why is my Schlage lock not working?

We also recommend you try resetting your keypad to factory settings. This means that your keypad settings will restore to the original state. In order to reset the keypad, you will have to manually disconnect the device’s batteries. Now, press and hold the Schlage button for around 10-15 seconds.

Why is my Schlage lock blinking orange?

Orange flashes indicates lock is in the middle of a programming sequence.

How much does it cost to rekey a lock at Home Depot?

Home Depot does rekey doorknobs, cylinder, and deadbolt locks at selected store locations. Customers can expect to pay $5 to $50, and Home Depot will rekey locks purchased from the store or other retailers/brands, including Schlage and Kwikset locks, provided you can offer the correct keys.

Why are Schlage locks so expensive?

Since Schlage locks are made of stronger materials, and provide far greater security than Kwikset locks, they also come with a higher price tag. Only you can put a price on the security of your home, but if you ask me – the difference in price is well worth it.

Does Lowes rekey new locks?

Yes, Lowe’s rekeys locks at most of its store locations. It also sells rekeying kits so customers can change their own locks. For more information on Lowe’s rekey service and kits, see below. If you want to rekey locks, Lowe’s can do it. You can get a lock rekeyed at Lowe’s, corporate customer service representatives said.

Does Home Depot rekey locks?

Home Depot and Lowe’s will rekey a lock if you take it directly to their store. According to some reports online, some say the store will only do it if you purchased the lock from them, while others have said they charge $5 to $10 or free at the time of purchase.

What does rekey your locks mean?

What is Rekeying a Lock? In a nutshell, rekeying a lock is when a locksmith changes the components of your current lock to work with a different set of keys. To rekey a lock, we take the lock apart and alter inside the lock mechanism, or the lock pins. These pins are aligned to work with the grooves of your current key.