Commercial Lock Change and Rekey in Houston, TX
An employee left, a tenant moved out, or the storefront lock finally gave up. We change or rekey every cylinder on the property in one planned visit, so access goes back to the people who should have it.
- 24/7 Availability
- Licensed & Insured
- No-Surprise Pricing
The Service
Commercial Lock Change, Done Right
A commercial lock changeout is rarely about one lock. It is usually every exterior door, the suite doors and the back office, all on the same day, because the reason for the change (a staff departure, a lost key, a new tenant) affects all of them at once. Forge Locksmith plans the job around that: we count the cylinders, decide which locks only need rekeying and which need new hardware, and do the work in one visit inside the 610 Loop, from downtown towers and Midtown offices to medical suites near the Texas Medical Center and warehouses in EaDo.
Rekeying is the first thing we check, because it is faster and costs far less than new hardware. If a lock still works smoothly, we change its pins so the old keys stop working. If it is worn, sticking, or below commercial grade, we replace it with heavy-duty hardware built for a door that opens hundreds of times a day.
- 24/7
- Availability
- 2,500+
- Customers served
- 5.0★
- Rating
TX DPS B31140101
Every Door, One Visit
When You Need Commercial Lock Change
- An employee or manager left and not every key came back
- You lost a key, or you don't know who has copies
- A tenant moved out of a unit, suite or retail space
- Storefront or office locks stick, wobble or won't latch
- You took over a new location and want every lock reset
- Your keys are stamped 'Do Not Duplicate' but copies keep turning up
How It Works
Simple, transparent, and the same every time — no surprises at any step.
Count the doors and decide: rekey or replace
Tell us how many doors and locks you have (photos help). We confirm which cylinders can be rekeyed and which need new commercial-grade hardware, and you get the total before any work begins.
Plan who gets which key
Before we cut anything, we list who needs a key to which door, so every new key goes to the right person and no spare copies are left floating around.
Change everything in one visit
We rekey or replace each cylinder, test every door, and schedule around your hours so the business stays open. Most small offices and storefronts are done in a single visit.
Labeled keys and a record
You get labeled keys and a written record of which key opens which door, so the next change is quick.
Why Choose Forge Locksmith
We're a local, licensed and insured Houston locksmith — based downtown, available 24/7, with 2,500+ customers served. Every job is priced on-site before work begins, handled by a trained technician, and backed by a workmanship warranty.
Honest, No-Surprise Pricing
Your technician assesses the job and confirms the complete price with you on-site — before any work begins. No work starts without your approval. Final pricing depends on the service type, lock condition, vehicle make/model, hardware needed, and time of day.
Your Security Comes First
For vehicle, home, or business lockouts, proof of ownership or authorization may be required. It's how we make sure the only person we let in is the person who belongs in.
Commercial Lock Change FAQs
Should a business rekey or change its locks?
Rekey when the locks work well and you only need to cut off old keys. Change them when the hardware is worn, damaged, or residential grade on a busy commercial door. Most changeouts are a mix: we rekey the good cylinders and replace the failing ones, which keeps the cost down.
What does a commercial lock change cost in Houston?
A lock change in Houston typically costs $100 to $250 per lock, plus the new hardware, and commercial-grade or mortise hardware costs more than a home lock. Rekeying a working cylinder costs much less. We count the doors first and give you the full total before any work starts.
Can you rekey our whole office after an employee leaves?
Yes. This is one of our most common commercial calls. We rekey every affected cylinder in one visit, usually the same day, and hand the new keys only to the people you name.
Do Houston apartment owners have to rekey between tenants?
Yes. Texas Property Code §92.156 requires a landlord to rekey a unit's key, card or combination locks no later than the seventh day after each tenant turnover, at the landlord's expense. We handle make-ready rekeys for property managers so each unit is done on time.
Can you work on aluminum storefront doors?
Yes. Glass-and-aluminum storefront doors use narrow mortise locks and cylinders that are different from a house lock. We rekey or replace those cylinders and the deadbolts that go with them.
Helpful Guides
- How Long Does a Locksmith Take to Arrive and Finish the Job?How long does a locksmith take? In central Houston we usually arrive within 25 minutes, and most lockouts, rekeys and lock changes take under an hour.
- Rekey vs. Replace Locks: Which Does Your Houston Home Need?Rekey vs. replace locks: rekey when the lock works and you need to cut off old keys; replace it when it's worn or weak. Houston prices and Texas rules.
Commercial Lock Change Across the Houston Area
This service is available throughout our coverage area, including:
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