Greeley has a mix of older neighborhoods, newer subdivisions, rentals near campus and plenty of farm and acreage property nearby. That variety means lock needs vary a lot from one household to the next. Here are the lock issues that come up most often and how to handle them.

Moving into a rental

Ask the landlord or property manager whether the locks were rekeyed after the last tenant. If not, ask whether they can be. Many leases say who may change locks, so check yours before making changes.

Older homes

Older doors often have worn knobs, settled frames and deadbolts that no longer fully extend. Adjusting the strike plate and adding longer screws that reach the framing can make a big difference.

New builds

Builders, contractors and cleaners may all have had keys during construction. Rekeying when you move in is a simple way to start fresh.

Garages and outbuildings

Do not forget the door from the garage into the house, side gates and any sheds or shops. They are easy to overlook and often hold valuable tools.

Car keys

Modern car keys contain chips that must be programmed to the vehicle. If you are down to one key, getting a spare before you lose it is usually simpler than replacing the last one.

Choice City Locksmith works as a locksmith serving Greeley, CO, handling lockouts, rekeying, deadbolts and car keys. Phone (970) 803-1100.