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Auburn, WA · Residential Locksmith

Lock Change Service
in Auburn, WA

Worn out, damaged, or just outdated? Auburn Lock & Car Keys replaces residential locks with high-quality new hardware — installed cleanly, properly aligned, and warrantied. Same-day service across Auburn and South King County.

When It's Time to Replace, Not Just Repair

Sometimes a lock is past saving. Maybe it's been on the door for 25 years, maybe it was kicked in during a break-in, or maybe it just looks tired and rusted next to your beautifully remodeled front entry. Whatever the reason, Auburn Lock & Car Keys provides full lock change service using quality residential-grade hardware from brands you can trust.

A lock change is different from a rekey. With a rekey, we keep the existing lock and change the internal pins so old keys no longer work. With a lock change, we remove the entire lock assembly and install a brand-new one. Use rekey when the lock is still in great shape; use a lock change when the hardware itself is worn, damaged, or you want a different style.

Top-Tier Lock Brands We Install

We can supply and install nearly any quality lock brand on the market — including Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, Baldwin, Emtek, Mul-T-Lock, Medeco, and Schlage Primus. Or if you've already bought your own lock from Home Depot or online, we'll professionally install it for you.

What's Included in Our Lock Change Service

  • Removal of the old lock and any leftover hardware
  • Inspection of the door, frame, and strike plate
  • Minor mortise & alignment adjustments if needed
  • Installation of your new lock with all hardware
  • Functionality test and lubrication
  • Two new keys provided (more available if needed)
  • Cleanup of the work area

Call (253) 796-8550 for a free, no-obligation quote on changing the locks at your Auburn home.

Auburn locksmith replacing an old front door lock with new high-quality hardware
When You Need This Service

Common Reasons Auburn Homeowners Call Us

Just Bought a Home

You don't know how many copies of the old key exist. Changing or rekeying the locks before move-in is the smart first step.

After a Break-In

If the lock was damaged during a break-in attempt, we replace it with stronger, more secure hardware on the same visit.

Hardware is Worn Out

Loose, wobbly, sticky, or rusted locks aren't just annoying — they're a security weakness. Time for new hardware.

Style or Color Update

Remodeling? Match your new door, fixtures, or finish (matte black, satin nickel, oil-rubbed bronze) with new lock hardware.

Our Process

How Lock Change Service Works

We make changing locks at your Auburn home straightforward, clean, and professional.

01

Free Phone Quote

Call us with your lock type and how many doors. We give you an honest flat-rate estimate over the phone.

02

Pick Your Hardware

Choose a lock we supply, or we install hardware you've already bought. Either works.

03

On-Site Install

Our tech arrives, removes the old lock, fits and installs the new one, and tests everything.

04

Keys & Walkthrough

You get new keys, instructions, and a quick walkthrough of any new features. Job done.

Need a Locksmith Right Now?

Call us. We're on the road 24/7
across Auburn & South King County.

(253) 796-8550
FAQ

Lock Change Service Questions

Most residential lock changes in Auburn range from $95 to $250 per door, depending on the lock brand, lock type (knob, deadbolt, smart lock), and whether you're supplying the hardware. We always provide an exact flat-rate quote before any work begins.
Rekey if the existing locks are in good shape and you just need to make old keys stop working — it's faster and cheaper. Change the locks if the hardware is damaged, worn, outdated, or you want a different style (like upgrading to a smart lock). Auburn Lock & Car Keys does both.
Yes, absolutely. Many Auburn homeowners buy their lock at Home Depot, Lowe's, or online for a specific style or finish. We'll professionally install it on-site for a flat installation fee. Just have it ready when we arrive.
Most single-lock changes take 15 to 30 minutes per door. A whole-home change-out of 3 to 5 locks usually takes under 90 minutes.
Yes — we can change deadbolts only, knobs only, or both together as a matched set. We also offer keyed-alike service so all your new locks open with a single key.
Yes. We install high-security residential lock brands like Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, Schlage Primus, and Abloy that resist picking, drilling, and key duplication. Great for security-conscious Auburn homeowners.