Smart locks
House lockouts
Re-keying
Deadbolt upgrades
Schlage
Kwikset
Car keys & fobsNon-destructive entry first, always - and we re-key Schlage, Kwikset, and Baldwin locks on the spot while you watch
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Get your free estimateLocksmith in Cedar Hills, OR
Most locksmith calls in Cedar Hills start the same way: a 1960s front door lock has finally given out, or a new renter needs the place rekeyed before moving in. We handle both, plus car key replacement and emergency lockouts across the 97005 zip code. Commodore Locksmith has served Cedar Hills since 2012, and the work here is distinct from other Portland suburbs. The housing stock dictates the job. For a fast quote on any lock or key issue, call (855) 473-5097.
Why Cedar Hills Homes Are Different
Cedar Hills is a mid-century suburb where most homes and small commercial buildings went up between the late 1950s and early 1970s. That means locksmith work here is dominated by rekeying and retrofitting original hardware rather than installing new locks on fresh construction. We regularly open doors with builder-grade Kwikset and Schlage knobsets that have been in service for five decades or more. The mechanisms are worn, the finishes are tired, and the strikes no longer align because wood frames have shifted through fifty Willamette Valley winters.
Cedar Hills sits in the damp, wet-winter climate of the Willamette Valley. Months of rain and high humidity cause wood doors to swell and metal lock parts to corrode or seize. When a cold snap hits, exposed cylinders freeze. That shifts the nature of the work: in winter we get calls to free stuck locks and realign doors that have absorbed moisture. The defining job here, though, is making half-century-old residential locks function and meet modern security expectations without replacing doors. Along Cedar Hills Blvd and the Highway 10 corridor, rental turnover and small retail shopfronts create steady demand for quick rekeys and automotive lockout service.
One thing we see again and again: original 1960s surface-mounted locksets that were never updated. A homeowner calls for a simple rekey, we open the lock up, and the internal pins and springs are so worn they cannot hold a new pin kit. At that point it becomes a hardware replacement job, and we walk the customer through what makes sense for their door and budget.
Styles & brands we work with
- House lockouts
- Re-keying
- Deadbolt upgrades
- Smart locks
- Schlage
- Kwikset
- Car keys & fobs
Our Main Cedar Hills Services
The two services Cedar Hills homeowners and drivers call about most are car key replacement and emergency lockout response. Here is what each involves in this part of Washington County.
Car Key Replacement in Cedar Hills
Losing a car key in Cedar Hills usually means a vehicle parked in a driveway off a side street near Cedar Hills Blvd, or stranded at a shopping center along Highway 10. We replace transponder keys, fobs, and traditional metal keys without sending you to a dealership. The damp, cool climate here is not the main factor in car key work, but the age mix of vehicles in this area ranges from new push-to-start SUVs to early 2000s sedans still running simple chipped keys. We carry programming equipment for most domestic and Asian makes in the van. Full pricing is quoted on the phone before we dispatch. Learn more about Car Key Replacement in Cedar Hills.
Emergency Locksmith in Cedar Hills
Locked out at night in Cedar Hills means standing in a damp driveway or under a carport while the temperature drops. We respond to lockouts across the 97005 zip code at all hours, whether it is a front door deadbolt, a sliding glass door, or a car door. Many emergency calls in this area involve the original 1960s hardware failing rather than a lost key. A latch that has been sticking for months finally refuses to open, or a frozen cylinder will not turn after an overnight freeze. We come prepared for both the lockout itself and the underlying hardware issue. See Emergency Locksmith in Cedar Hills for response details.
Rekey Locks in Cedar Hills
Rekeying in Cedar Hills almost always involves original 1960s or 1970s hardware. These are Kwikset and Schlage knobsets and single-cylinder deadbolts that have been in service since the house was built. The damp Willamette Valley climate has not been kind to them; corrosion and worn internals are standard what we see. A rekey, not a replacement, is usually the smarter security reset here, but we tell the customer honestly when the cylinder is too worn to accept a new pin kit. Call (855) 473-5097 for a free estimate on any rekey job. Our broader service area and brand capabilities are covered on the Rekey Locks page.
Lock Rekey
Signs you need it
You have moved into a new place, lost a key, had a tenant leave, or you have no idea who holds copies of your current key.
What it costs in Cedar Hills
A standard residential lock rekey in Cedar Hills runs between $70 and $160, depending on how many cylinders are involved.
How we do it
We remove the cylinder, replace the pins so the old key no longer works, and test the new key in the lock while we are still on site.
Rekey Door Lock
Signs you need it
One door on your house uses a different key than the others, or a specific entrance has been compromised and you want it cut from the system.
What it costs in Cedar Hills
Rekeying a single door lock in Cedar Hills typically runs $70 to $160, and we often rekey multiple doors for less per cylinder.
How we do it
We recut the pins to match a new or existing key, then align and test the lock to make sure it does not bind in the door.
Keyed Alike
Signs you need it
You carry a ring of separate keys for front, back, side, and garage doors and want one key to work every lock.
What it costs in Cedar Hills
Keyed-alike rekeys on multiple cylinders in Cedar Hills are priced per cylinder, with total jobs typically ranging from $120 to $400 depending on how many locks are involved.
How we do it
We rekey every cylinder to the same biting, so one key turns them all, then hand you the new matched key set on the spot.
What Rekey Locks Costs in Cedar Hills
| Item | Typical range in Cedar Hills |
|---|---|
| Single lock rekey | $70 – $160 |
| Multiple locks rekeyed same visit | $120 – $400 |
| Rekey plus new key copies | $80 – $180 |
How long does a rekey take in Cedar Hills?
Most single-door rekeys are done in 15 to 20 minutes. A full house with three or four entry points usually takes under an hour. Call (855) 473-5097 for a precise window.
Is rekeying cheaper than replacing locks in Cedar Hills?
Yes, in most cases rekeying costs less than buying and installing new hardware, especially when the existing locks are solid brass or still function well. If the cylinder is worn past the point of holding a new pin kit, we will tell you before any work is done.
Brands We Service in Cedar Hills
We work on the full spectrum of lock hardware in Cedar Hills homes, from original Kwikset and Schlage to Yale, Baldwin, Mul-T-Lock, and Sargent. High-security brands, handled right. Our vans carry common cylinders and pin kits for same-day service, and special-order parts arrive quickly. See our brands for the complete roster and what we stock.
Pricing for Locksmith in Cedar Hills, OR
| Service | Typical range in Cedar Hills |
|---|---|
| Residential lockout | $85 – $185 |
| Car lockout | $75 – $165 |
| Single lock rekey | $70 – $160 |
| Multiple locks rekeyed | $120 – $400 |
| Rekey plus new key copies | $80 – $180 |
| Transponder car key replacement | $150 – $350 |
| High-security car key (chip or encrypted) | $200 – $500 |
| Key fob replacement | $120 – $320 |
Two things push the price up in Cedar Hills: worn 1960s hardware that needs extra labor or replacement parts, and high-security automotive keys that require programming time. Whatever we quote on the phone before dispatch is the price on the invoice. No call-out surcharge added on arrival, no bait pricing.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Cedar Hills
We cover the full 97005 zip code and all surrounding unincorporated pockets. Most of our calls come from the residential streets off Cedar Hills Blvd and the commercial strip near Highway 10. Response time across the area is typically 20 to 35 minutes for emergency calls, depending on traffic along the main corridors.
- Cedar Hills proper
- Beaverton border neighborhoods
- Areas off Cedar Hills Blvd
- Highway 10 commercial corridor
- Raleigh Park vicinity
Service Area – Cities Near Cedar Hills
We regularly work in adjacent communities across Washington County, including Raleigh Hills, OR, West Haven, OR, West Haven-Sylvan, OR, and West Slope, OR. Same-day appointments are available across this full area. Call (855) 473-5097 to confirm your address is in the service zone.
Serving Cedar Hills, OR - Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Cedar Hills and nearby communities. Use the map below to see the area we cover. If you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Locksmith in Cedar Hills
Emergency calls in Cedar Hills are typically answered within 20 to 35 minutes, depending on where you are relative to Cedar Hills Blvd and Highway 10. Scheduled rekey and key replacement appointments are booked for a specific time window. Call (855) 473-5097 and we will confirm the real-time ETA.
If you own the home, no. If you rent, you have the right to rekey your locks in Oregon, but most leases require you to provide the landlord a working key. We can cut a landlord key during the same visit. Bring your lease if you are unsure.
Yes. Many original Cedar Hills locksets are still on doors and still functioning, if barely. We work on these older Kwikset, Schlage, and mortise-style mechanisms regularly, and we stock replacement parts for common vintage hardware in our vans. If the cylinder is beyond saving, we will show you exactly why and quote a replacement before any work begins.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees. Talk to a local locksmith pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, typically within the hour.
- 4You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
What Cedar Hills Customers Say
"Programmed a transponder key for a 2014 model that the dealership wanted an absurd amount for. Same key, fraction of the price, took him twenty minutes in my driveway."
- Brian Quinn"The old deadbolt was mounted crooked by whoever lived here before and had been sticking for years. He redrilled and reset it properly rather than just replacing the hardware."
- Katie Schaefer"Locked out at eleven at night with a kid asleep in the car. He was there in 25 minutes, had the door open in under two, and did not do the thing where the price goes up once he's standing in front of you."
- Terrence Nash