Phoenix Home Remodel Finished? Why You Should Rekey After Contractor Access
Renovating your kitchen? Building a new addition? Replacing that old HVAC system?
If you’ve recently had work done in your home, chances are your contractor, subcontractors, or tradespeople had access to your house keys or smart lock codes.
The question is: Do they still have them?
Even if everything went smoothly, it’s smart to rekey your home after the job is complete. In this guide, we’ll explain why rekeying after home improvement work in Phoenix protects your property, your privacy, and your peace of mind—and when it’s time to make the call.
🔧 When Do Contractors Typically Have Access?
During renovations, many contractors need:
- Front or side door access
- Garage codes or remotes
- Smart lock codes or mobile app access
- Hidden spare keys
- Access when you’re not home
This includes:
- General contractors
- Plumbers, electricians, and HVAC techs
- Painters and drywall teams
- Roofers and solar installers
- Flooring crews or cabinet installers
- Pool builders or landscapers
Even if you worked with someone trustworthy, they may have:
- Shared your key with a subcontractor
- Given a code to a helper
- Made a copy for convenience
- Forgotten to return or delete access
🔐 Why Rekeying After a Renovation Is Smart
1. You Don’t Know Who Actually Had Access
Your contractor might be trustworthy—but what about every crew member who came and went?
2. Subcontractors Often Work Without Supervision
They may enter your home while you’re gone or while the lead contractor is off-site.
3. Spare Keys Get Left or Hidden
Contractors often use hide-a-key systems for access. After the job is done, you don’t know where those keys might be.
4. Smart Lock Users May Still Have Access
Smart lock apps allow user codes and guest access—which isn’t always removed after the project ends.
5. Peace of Mind Matters
Even if nothing goes wrong, knowing you’re the only one with access after a major project brings real comfort.
🧠 What’s the Risk of Not Rekeying?
We’ve seen Phoenix homeowners deal with:
- Surprise entries by leftover crews weeks later
- Break-ins with no sign of forced entry
- Insurance claims denied due to key-based access
- Guests using old codes accidentally
- Spare keys left in garages, bushes, or toolboxes
All preventable with one quick visit from a locksmith.
🔑 What to Rekey After a Remodel or Major Project
We recommend rekeying:
- Front and back doors
- Side or garage entry doors
- Smart lock cylinders (and code resets)
- Gates or exterior yard access
- Interior office doors or storage areas
- Detached garages or guest suites (especially if used by contractors)
📞 Schedule your post-renovation rekey today or call (602) 854-2766.
🛠️ What If My Contractor Used a Smart Lock?
Smart locks are common—but many Phoenix homeowners don’t realize they include backup keyholes that still function with physical keys.
You need to: ✅ Rekey the cylinder
✅ Delete old user codes
✅ Reset the Wi-Fi or app connection
✅ Remove the lock from shared devices
We rekey and reset all major smart lock brands:
- Schlage Encode / Sense
- Kwikset Halo / Premis
- Yale Assure
- Eufy, Level, and August
🧾 Should I Include Rekeying in My Final Punch List?
Yes. Many contractors use a punch list at the end of the project to wrap up loose ends. Adding rekeying ensures:
- No spare keys or access are floating around
- Access is closed off after crews leave
- Security is restored as part of the final cleanup
You can also request rekeying be included in your contractor closeout checklist before making your final payment.
💲 What Does Rekeying Cost After a Remodel?
| Service | Avg. Cost |
|---|---|
| Rekeying 2–3 locks | $60–$90 total |
| Smart lock rekey + reset | +$15–$30 |
| Gate or garage access rekey | +$25–$40 |
| Interior room lock rekey (optional) | +$20 each |
We offer volume discounts for full-home rekeying after large remodels or new builds.
🗺️ We Rekey Homes Across Phoenix Post-Construction
Our mobile locksmith team regularly helps homeowners in:
- Arcadia
- Desert Ridge
- Garfield
- South Mountain
- Biltmore
- Alhambra
- Central City
- North Phoenix
…and surrounding neighborhoods
Whether it’s a small project or a full custom home—we secure it after the dust settles.
Final Word: If the Work Is Done, Lock It Down
You spent time, money, and energy improving your home. Now it’s time to protect it.
Rekeying after a contractor finishes gives you full control, clears out leftover access, and sets your home up for a safe, clean transition into its next chapter.
Project Complete? Now Protect What You’ve Built.
Let Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm – Phoenix help you rekey after renovations or repairs. Secure, simple, and fast—just like your remodel should be.
Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm – Phoenix
📞 (602) 854-2766
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