Too Many Copies of Your House Key? Here’s Why Phoenix Homeowners Rekey for Control
If you’ve ever handed out your house key to a babysitter, dog walker, neighbor, friend, contractor—or all of the above—you’re not alone. In fact, many Phoenix homeowners lose track of how many keys exist, and more importantly, who still has one.
Over time, what started as a few spares can turn into a real security risk.
If this sounds familiar, it might be time to do what hundreds of other homeowners across neighborhoods like Arcadia Lite, South Mountain, and Encanto have done:
Rekey your locks and reset your key control.
In this post, we’ll explain:
- The risks of too many keys
- How rekeying restores control
- When to rekey
- And how Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm – Phoenix can help you secure your home in under an hour.
How Do People End Up with Too Many Keys?
It happens gradually—and innocently.
You give a copy to:
- A trusted neighbor
- Your kids or their friends
- A cleaning service
- A past roommate or ex
- A pet sitter or home repair tech
- Airbnb guests or short-term renters
Maybe you got the keys back.
Maybe you didn’t.
Or maybe a few copies were made that you didn’t even know about.
That’s how key creep begins—and how more people than you realize could have access to your home.
Why Too Many Keys Is a Security Problem
It only takes one misplaced, forgotten, or duplicated key to cause a real issue.
Here’s what we’ve seen in Phoenix:
- A former tenant lets themselves in months later
- A contractor uses a key after being let go
- A child’s friend makes a copy and shares it
- A previous owner’s key still opens the front door
Once a key is out there, you can’t get it back. That’s why rekeying your locks is the only way to guarantee no one else can get in.
Rekeying = A Hard Reset for Your Home’s Security
Rekeying changes the internal pins in your existing lock, so all old keys stop working—instantly.
You don’t have to:
- Replace the entire lock
- Change your door handles or hardware
- Install expensive new systems
You just get a new key, and complete control over who has it.
When You Should Consider Rekeying Due to Too Many Keys
If you can say “yes” to any of the following, it’s time:
✅ You’ve given out 3+ copies over the years
✅ You’re not sure who has access
✅ You had a breakup or roommate move out
✅ You’ve had cleaners or contractors come and go
✅ You can’t remember the last time you rekeyed
✅ You recently purchased a home in Phoenix
Whether you live in North Gateway, Willo, or Desert Ridge—this is one of the fastest ways to improve home security without changing how your doors look or function.
What Are the Risks of Waiting Too Long?
The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to track key distribution.
This opens the door to:
⚠️ Unauthorized entry
⚠️ Theft or break-ins
⚠️ Safety concerns for your family
⚠️ Legal liability (especially for landlords)
⚠️ Stress and uncertainty
If someone uses a key they “shouldn’t have,” and something goes wrong, you’ll wish you had rekeyed sooner.
We Help Phoenix Homeowners Rekey Every Day
At Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm, we serve homeowners and rental property owners in:
- Encanto
- Midtown
- Arcadia
- Paradise Valley Village
- Biltmore
- Laveen Village
…and everywhere in between.
Whether you’re a busy family or a solo homeowner, we can rekey your entire property in one visit—often same-day.
Want to Simplify Access? Match All Doors to One Key
Another benefit of rekeying is key consolidation.
We can often rekey:
- Front and back doors
- Side garage entries
- Casitas or guest houses
- Gates and storage units
…so they all open with a single key.
No more key rings full of mystery keys. No more confusion about who has what. Just simple, secure access.
The Rekeying Process: Quick, Non-Invasive, and Affordable
Here’s what you can expect:
- We arrive at your Phoenix home (mobile service)
- Walk through your property to identify locks
- Disassemble and re-pin the locks (no damage)
- Cut and test new keys on-site
- Optional: provide extras for family or staff
Most homes are done in 30–60 minutes, and pricing is flat-rate and affordable—especially compared to replacing hardware.
How Often Should You Rekey for Key Control?
We recommend:
- Every 2–3 years as a safety refresh
- Immediately after staff or personal changes
- After any lost or stolen keys
- After contractor access or tenant turnover
Short-term rental hosts (like those in Roosevelt Row or Garfield) should rekey every 3–6 months, especially if they use physical keys as backups.
What If I Don’t Know How Many Copies Are Out There?
That’s exactly why rekeying is the solution.
If you can’t answer:
- “Who has a key right now?”
- “How many keys are in circulation?”
- “Are any guests or workers still using one?”
…it’s time to start fresh.
You’ll sleep better knowing you’re the only one with access.
Click here to schedule your rekeying service now or call us at (602) 854-2766 to get started.
Don’t Let Key Confusion Become a Crisis
You don’t have to wait until there’s a break-in or scare to take action. Rekeying is:
- Affordable
- Quick
- Non-invasive
- And gives you full control again
Whether you need one door or ten rekeyed, our team is here to help.
Too Many Keys? Time to Take Control.
If you’ve lost track of who has access to your Phoenix home, rekeying is your solution. We’ll reset your locks, hand you fresh keys, and help you protect your home like it’s our own.
Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm – Phoenix
📞 (602) 854-2766
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