Question 1

My landlord in Park Slope says I need their permission to rekey the lock — is that true in NYC?

Accepted Answer

In NYC, tenants have the right to change their own locks under NYC Administrative Code §27-2043, but you must provide your landlord a copy of the new key within 30 days. Many Park Slope leases add their own language — read your lease and call us if you have questions. We rekey and hand you the extra copy so you stay compliant.

Question 2

How much does it cost to change locks on a Park Slope brownstone with multiple doors?

Accepted Answer

A typical Park Slope brownstone front door rekeying starts at $65. Replacing a deadbolt runs $90–$175 depending on the lock grade you choose. For a full building with garden unit and parlor floor, budget $180–$350. We always quote the full price before touching anything — no surprise fees after.

Question 3

I just moved into a rental on 7th Avenue — do I actually need to change the locks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You have no way of knowing how many copies of the previous tenant's key are floating around — former roommates, ex-partners, building staff. Rekeying costs about $65 per lock and takes under 20 minutes. It is the single cheapest home security upgrade you can make. We do same-day service throughout Park Slope.

Question 4

Can you open a locked brownstone door without damaging the original hardware?

Accepted Answer

Almost always, yes. Our locksmiths are trained in non-destructive entry, which is especially important for Park Slope's historic brownstone hardware. We use lock picking and bypass techniques before any drilling. Drilling is a true last resort and only used when a lock is seized or damaged beyond picking.

Question 5

Are there locksmiths in Park Slope available on weekends and holidays?

Accepted Answer

Avenue Locksmith operates 24/7, 365 days a year — including all holidays. We have technicians based in and around Park Slope, so response times on weekends are the same as weekdays: typically 15–25 minutes. No holiday surcharge for standard service calls.

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