Why should I re-key my locks when I move into a new house?

It is always in your best interest to re-key the locks on your new house. You should set up an appointment, with a locksmith, as soon as you're handed the keys. You never know how many copies of the old key are out there. I have re-keyed somes houses where the owner says there are 15 to 20 keys handed out, and they cannot remember who has the copies. Better safe than sorry. Having this service done will cost around $100-$200 depending on the number of keyholes you have. A keyhole is where a key fits into a lock, and is also referred to as a cylinder. Make sure the locksmith actually changed you to a new key. Compare the old key to the new keys and make sure the locksmith didn't cheat. If you find a reputable locksmith, this will not be a problem. Be sure you tell the locksmith about all of your locks. If you miss one and the locksmith has to some back, you will most likely be charged another service fee. Hope this info helps. Jason Moore Mountain Security Lock LLC (719) 337-2097 http://www.mountainsecuritylock.com