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
You get a price before we start. It does not change when we arrive. No surprises.
Get your free estimateLocksmith in Hillsboro, OR
Rekey Locks is the service Hillsboro homeowners call us for most, and for good reason. A rekey in Hillsboro runs between $75 and $250 depending on how many locks are involved, and it resets your entire key system in about an hour. Call home base at (855) 473-5097 for a firm quote before we dispatch.
Why Hillsboro Homes Are Different
Hillsboro’s dual identity shapes every job we take here. The Intel-era transplants in dense apartments along the 26 corridor need smart-lock installs and rekeys with digital access, while longtime residents in Old Town and the east side live in 1920s through 1950s bungalows with original mortise locks that have been painted over a dozen times. We carry solvent and pick sets for those older mechanisms because drilling them out often destroys a lock that’s irreplaceable. The wet Willamette Valley climate, with its 40-plus inches of annual rain and rare deep freezes, means Hillsboro locks corrode and seize from moisture rather than ice. Technicians routinely find deadbolts that will not turn because swollen wood jambs and oxidized cylinders have fused after a rainy season. In the South Hills, Reed’s Crossing, and Amberglen subdivisions, builder-grade Kwikset and Schlage locksets installed in the 2000s are now hitting the 15 to 20 year hinge where failures cluster. Those are the jobs where a rekey or replacement becomes unavoidable.
Styles & brands we work with
- House lockouts
- Re-keying
- Deadbolt upgrades
- Smart locks
- Schlage
- Kwikset
- Car keys & fobs
Our Main Hillsboro Services
Two services account for most of the calls we take from Hillsboro homeowners, renters, and drivers.
Car Key Replacement in Hillsboro
Losing a car key in a Hillsboro parking lot off Cornell Road is not a dealership-only problem. We cut and program replacement keys for most makes and models, including transponder and fob-style keys, typically for less than a dealership charges. Hillsboro’s wet winters mean key fobs get dropped in puddles and stop working, and we see that regularly in the Tanasbourne and Orenco areas. If you need a spare before the next rainy season, Car Key Replacement in Hillsboro gives you the full breakdown.
Emergency Locksmith in Hillsboro
A lockout in Hillsboro after dark feels worse when you’re standing in the rain off Baseline or 10th Avenue. Our emergency response covers lockouts, broken-key extractions, and failed deadbolts across the 97123 and 97124 ZIP codes. We carry tools for both the new-build Kwikset and Schlage hardware in the south hills and the older mortise sets east of downtown. When you need a fast response, Emergency Locksmith in Hillsboro explains what happens from the moment you call.
Rekey Locks in Hillsboro
A rekey, not a replacement, is the smarter reset when keys go missing or tenants move out in Hillsboro. We reuse your existing lock hardware, swap the internal pins so old keys stop working, and hand you new keys, all without buying new deadbolts. In Hillsboro’s older east-side homes off 10th Avenue, rekeying a 1940s mortise lock is often the only way to preserve original hardware that can not be replaced. For the full scope of what rekeying covers, see Rekey Locks.
Lock Rekey
Signs you need it
You recently moved into a Hillsboro home and have no idea how many previous owners or tenants still hold keys.
What it costs in Hillsboro
Budget $75 to $160 for a single lock rekey, or $150 to $250 when we rekey multiple locks in one visit.
How we do it
We remove the cylinder, replace the internal pins to match a new key, and test the lock through several full cycles before we leave.
Rekey Door Lock
Signs you need it
A roommate, caregiver, contractor, or ex-partner moved out and you want certainty that no old key works.
What it costs in Hillsboro
Expect $75 to $160 for the first lock, with each additional lock in the same visit typically adding $20 to $40.
How we do it
We disassemble the lock to reach the cylinder, swap the key pins and springs, reassemble, and cut new keys on the spot.
What Rekey Locks Costs in Hillsboro
| Item | Typical range in Hillsboro |
|---|---|
| Single lock rekey | $75 – $160 |
| Each additional lock | $20 – $40 |
| Whole-home rekey (3 – 5 locks) | $150 – $250 |
Swollen wood jambs from Hillsboro’s wet winters can add labor if the lock must be removed and the jamb adjusted before rekeying. We quote the full price on the phone before anyone is dispatched, and that is the price on the invoice.
Can you rekey a lockset that’s rusted from Hillsboro’s rain?
Yes, usually. We introduce a penetrating lubricant to free the cylinder, then remove and rekey it as normal. If the cylinder is too far gone, we tell you before touching it and quote a replacement from our stocked brands. Call (855) 473-5097 for a free estimate.
How many keys do I get with a rekey?
We cut two new keys per lock as standard. If you need more, tell us on the call and we will cut extras before we arrive. Most Hillsboro landlords ask for four or five copies per unit.
Brands We Service in Hillsboro
From Kwikset and Schlage on builder-grade Hillsboro doors to Medeco, Yale, Baldwin, and Mul-T-Lock in upscale homes off the Sunset Highway, our parts stock runs deep. We keep common cylinders and pin kits in the van, so most brand-specific repairs and rekeys finish same day. For the full roster, see our brands.
Pricing for Locksmith in Hillsboro, OR
| Service | Typical range in Hillsboro |
|---|---|
| Lock rekey (single lock) | $75 – $160 |
| Each additional lock rekeyed | $20 – $40 |
| Whole-home rekey (3 – 5 locks) | $150 – $250 |
| Rekey door lock (high-security brand) | $20 – $50 over standard rekey |
| Lockout (non-destructive entry) | $75 – $160 |
| Car key replacement (non-transponder) | $120 – $250 |
| Transponder key programming | $75 – $150 |
| Smart key or proximity fob | $200 – $400 |
Prices climb in Hillsboro when locks are corroded from the rainy season, when a high-security brand like Medeco or Mul-T-Lock needs custom pinning, or when job sites sit deep in the 97123 pockets south of TV Highway. Whatever we quote on the phone is the full price on the invoice.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Hillsboro
We run calls through every part of Hillsboro, from the 1920s bungalows in Old Town to the 2020s builds in Reed’s Crossing. Response time across the area typically runs 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic on Highway 26 and Cornell Road.
- Old Town / East Side
- Orenco / Tanasbourne
- South Hills
- Reed’s Crossing
- Amberglen
Service Area – Cities Near Hillsboro
Commodore Locksmith works across Washington County’s west side, so when we are not in Hillsboro proper you will find us in Cornelius, OR, Aloha, OR, Rockcreek, OR, and Bethany, OR. Same service, same upfront pricing, same van-stocked parts.
Serving Hillsboro, OR - Our Local Coverage Area
We serve Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro
In most Hillsboro neighborhoods we arrive within 30 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic along Highway 26 and TV Highway. Locked-out callers in Orenco and Tanasbourne often see us faster than off Baseline on a rainy evening. Call (855) 473-5097 for real-time dispatch.
Most Hillsboro HOAs let owners rekey their own unit without approval, but some require matching or master-key compatibility for common areas. We can check your lock’s brand and tell you if a rekey will affect any shared access. We quote before any work begins.
Yes. We serve 97123 and 97124, from Old Town east to the 185th Avenue corridor and south through the newer subdivisions. If you are unsure whether you are in our service area, call (855) 473-5097 and we will confirm on the spot.
Locked out or leveling up your security, call Commodore Locksmith at (855) 473-5097 for a free estimate in Hillsboro, OR. We quote the full price on the phone before anyone is dispatched.
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 Hillsboro Customers Say
"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"Rekeyed every lock in the house the day after we closed. Six doors, all matched to one key, done in about ninety minutes."
- Oscar Torres"Installed a smart lock and actually set up the app and the codes with me instead of leaving me to figure it out from a leaflet."
- Laura Whitaker