Every time a tenant moves out and a new one moves in, a rental unit passes through a quiet moment that's easy to skip past — the point where the previous tenant's keys are returned, but nobody's actually confirmed those were the only keys that existed. A turnover rekey closes that gap as a standard part of getting a unit ready for its next tenant.
Why This Belongs in Every Turnover, Not Just Some
Even a tenancy that ended cleanly and on good terms can leave more keys in circulation than a landlord realizes — a spare cut for a partner, a roommate who moved in partway through the lease, a friend who helped with moving and never returned a key. None of that is unusual, and none of it shows up until someone actually stops to ask. Rekeying between every tenant, as a routine practice rather than an exception, removes that uncertainty entirely.
What the Service Involves
Assessing every lock connected to the unit, including any secondary entrances, garages, or storage areas that were part of the tenancy. Rekeying hardware that's still in good condition so the previous tenant's keys stop working. Replacing anything that's worn out or been damaged during the tenancy. Providing a fresh, documented set of keys ready for the new tenant or for your own records.
Building This Into a Regular Turnover Routine
For landlords and property managers handling multiple units, a rekey between every tenancy is easiest to manage as a standard step in the turnover checklist, alongside cleaning and any repairs — not something considered case by case. We're happy to work around a consistent schedule if you manage several properties.
A Quick Note on Timing With an Eviction
If a unit is being turned over following an eviction rather than a standard lease end, the timing matters. Ontario law requires the eviction process to be fully completed — through the Landlord and Tenant Board and, where necessary, Sheriff enforcement — before a landlord regains legal control of the unit. A turnover rekey applies once that's settled, not before.
Why Landlords and Property Managers Choose Can-Lock Security
Can-Lock Security is a mobile, family-owned locksmith that works regularly with landlords managing anything from a single rental unit to a larger portfolio. We keep clear records of what's been rekeyed and when, and we can work around your typical turnover timeline.
Book Your Tenant Turnover Rekey
Whether it's a single unit or an ongoing part of your property management routine, Can-Lock Security can help. Reach out to schedule.
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