Brampton, ON's rapid growth has meant a steady increase in rental properties across the city, and landlords managing them eventually face a familiar question once a tenancy ends: how do you actually know who still holds a key to the unit?
Understanding the Legal Process First
A landlord cannot legally change a unit's locks to remove a tenant or enforce an eviction independently. That process belongs to the Landlord and Tenant Board, with physical enforcement carried out solely by the Sheriff's office. Bypassing this process — sometimes called a self-help eviction — creates real legal exposure for a landlord.
This page describes the service that applies once that process is complete: after Sheriff enforcement, or after a tenant has voluntarily vacated.
What Gets Done
Every lock tied to the unit gets assessed. Existing hardware is rekeyed so previous keys stop working. Anything too worn or damaged gets replaced. You receive a fresh, documented set of keys.
Why This Step Shouldn't Be Skipped
Regardless of how amicably a tenancy ended, there's rarely a clear picture of exactly how many keys exist by the time a unit is back in a landlord's hands. A rekey removes that uncertainty entirely.
Typical Situations
A unit recovered through completed Board and Sheriff process. A tenant who left as scheduled at lease end. A unit abandoned without formal notice. Standard turnover preparation.
What We Need Before Scheduling
Confirmation the unit is legally vacant. We can't provide legal advice on your specific circumstances — a paralegal or the Landlord and Tenant Board is the appropriate resource.
Why Brampton Landlords Choose Can-Lock Security
Mobile and family-owned, serving landlords and property managers throughout Brampton's growing rental market.
Book a Post-Eviction Lock Change in Brampton
Once your Brampton rental unit is legally vacant, Can-Lock Security can help secure it. Reach out to schedule.
Related pages: Residential Lock Replacement | Emergency Lockout Service Brampton | Residential Locksmith Services | Emergency Door Repair
