Include a section in your lease or rental agreement that states you will change the locks if there is a problem. Alternatively, before you move in, create a door lock policy and have it signed by the tenant. Include provisions on when you can stop the tenant from lock changes or requesting additional keys, as well as conditions and circumstances under which you can do so. The law in states like Nevada allows landlords to have a key for entry and prohibits tenants from preventing them from entering. However, we recommend including information about landlord inspections and the circumstances under which you may visit the property. Except in the case of an emergency such as a fire or a gas leak, you must give your tenant a 24-hour notice before entering a Nevada rental property. Clearly explain any emergencies that allow you to enter the premises without delay and handle repair and maintenance concerns. If you’re going to allow your tenants to rekey locks, include them in the lease or rental agreement, and don’t forget to mention they are required to give you a set of new keys. Be cautious when handing over the new keys to your renters because they may never return them all, keeping one with them after moving out. Landlords will never know if there are still keys in the tenants’ possession, which might lead to many problems later on. This issue is why it’s a good idea for landlords to permanently change the locks on their rental property when they switch tenants, giving each one of them a different set of keys. Rocket Eviction is your local Las Vegas evictions expert to walk you through the entire eviction process from start to finish. Contact us today for a free consultation about your current landlord-tenant issue.