Rekey April 10, 2026
How Often Should You Rekey Your Locks?
A simple rekey schedule for homeowners and landlords in Chapel Hill, NC.
Question
How often should I rekey my locks?
There's no fixed calendar. Rekey when a triggering event happens, not every X years.
Rekey right away if: you just bought the house, a tenant moved out, you lost a key, you fired a contractor or housekeeper who had a copy, or someone moved out of your household.
For landlords in Carrboro, Hillsborough, and Chapel Hill, NC, that usually means rekeying between every tenant — it's a small step compared with the legal headache of a previous tenant returning.
If no triggering event happens, the locks themselves don't 'expire.' A well-made deadbolt typically stays secure for 15–25 years.