Question 1

Should I rekey or replace my locks?

Accepted Answer

Rekey when the existing hardware is in good shape and you just need old keys to stop working — after moving into a Denver home, losing a key, or a roommate change. Replace when the lock is worn, damaged, low-grade builder hardware, or you want a different style or finish. Rekeying is faster and cheaper; replacement upgrades security and appearance. We'll assess on-site and recommend the right option.

Question 2

How much does lock rekeying cost in Denver?

Accepted Answer

Denver Metro rekeys start with a $49 service call plus a per-cylinder charge. Final pricing depends on the number of exterior locks, cylinder type (Kwikset, Schlage, Baldwin, Medeco), and whether we're keying every door to the same key. Most single-family home rekeys with 3–5 exterior locks are handled in under an hour, quoted in full before we start.

Question 3

Can all my locks work with one key?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If your existing cylinders are compatible (they usually are on Schlage-to-Schlage or Kwikset-to-Kwikset), we can rekey every exterior lock in your Denver home — front door, back door, garage entry, side gates — to open with the same key. If cylinders are mismatched brands, we can swap the outliers to a matching brand and key them alike in one visit.

Question 4

How long does rekeying take?

Accepted Answer

About 10–15 minutes per lock cylinder once we're on-site. A typical Denver Metro home with 3–5 exterior locks is rekeyed, tested, and handed back with fresh keys in 30–60 minutes total. Whole-home rekeys with 8+ cylinders or master-key setups take longer, but most residential rekeys are a single-visit, same-day job.

Question 5

Can you install smart locks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Falcon Locksmith installs Schlage Encode and Encode Plus, Yale Assure, Kwikset Halo, Level Lock, August, Ultraloq, and Eufy smart locks across Denver Metro. Every install includes door alignment, strike adjustment, Wi-Fi or Matter setup, app onboarding, auto-lock configuration, and a full owner walkthrough. A smart lock is only as good as its install — poor alignment is the #1 cause of complaints.

Question 6

Can you install deadbolts?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We install single- and double-cylinder Grade 1 and Grade 2 deadbolts on any exterior door in Denver Metro, including doors with no existing bore hole (we drill and prep). Every install includes a reinforced strike plate with 3-inch screws into the framing — this is the single biggest kick-in resistance upgrade you can make, and most builder installs skip it.

Question 7

Can you unlock my house without damage?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Non-destructive entry is our default for Denver Metro home lockouts. We use professional picks, decoders, and bypass tools that open the door without harming the lock, trim, or frame. How long an opening takes depends on the lock type and its condition. If you want the missing key deauthorized, we can rekey the lock on the spot before we leave.

Question 8

Do you replace mailbox locks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We replace USPS cluster box (CBU) tenant locks, standalone residential mailbox locks, and gang mailbox compartments across Denver Metro. USPS requires the resident to handle tenant-lock replacement, not the postal service. We supply the correct arrow lock, install it, and issue new keys — usually in one short visit.

Question 9

Can you repair broken locks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sticking cylinders, loose handles, misaligned strikes, worn deadbolts, and broken key extractions are repairable in many cases. Grade 1 and Grade 2 hardware is usually worth repairing; low-grade builder locks are usually cheaper to replace. We diagnose on-site and quote both options so you can decide.

Question 10

What should I do after a break-in?

Accepted Answer

Call Denver Police first and file a report. Then call Falcon Locksmith — the owner comes out directly to secure the property, replace damaged locks and deadbolts, reinforce strike plates, and board or splint damaged doors and frames so the house is secure tonight. We document everything with photos and provide invoices suitable for homeowner's insurance claims.

Question 11

Do you install high-security locks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, ASSA, and ABLOY high-security locks resist picking, drilling, and bumping and use patented restricted keyways so keys can't be copied at any hardware store. Ideal for high-value Denver homes, home offices, short-term rentals, and rental properties where you need real key control. We also enroll you in the brand's key-control program.

Question 12

Can you replace door hardware?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Whole-home hardware replacements to update finishes (satin nickel to matte black is a common Denver upgrade), swap builder-grade knobs for Grade 1 hardware, or replace a single failed handle. We supply and install matching interior and exterior hardware — passage, privacy, dummy, and keyed entry — and haul the old hardware away.

Question 13

Can you secure a new home?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and it's the #1 thing we recommend after closing on a Denver home. You don't know how many spare keys exist — previous owners, cleaners, contractors, real estate agents, neighbors. A whole-home rekey (or lock replacement if hardware is low-grade) resets access to only your keys. Most single-day appointments include rekey, reinforced strikes, and a fresh set of 4–6 keys.

Question 14

Can you install keypad locks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Keypad locks eliminate keys entirely — great for households with kids, in-laws, dog walkers, or short-term rental hosts. We install Schlage, Yale, Kwikset, and Ultraloq keypad and combined keypad/Wi-Fi models across Denver Metro, program manager and user codes, and walk you through code management and battery expectations before we leave.

Question 15

Do you service apartment locks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We service apartment locks in Denver Metro for tenants (with landlord authorization), landlords, and property managers. Common jobs include unit turns between tenants, tenant lockouts, mailbox lock replacement, and master-key setups for buildings. Signed authorization from the property owner is required before we rekey or replace hardware for anyone not on the lease.

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