Rekeys after a move, stronger deadbolts, locks that stick, doors with no lock at all. Home lock work, with the price explained first.
Dispatch line
Prices are quoted on the phone first. The final figure is confirmed before work starts.
Rekeying swaps the pins inside a lock so a new key works and old keys don't. It is the standard step after buying a home or after a roommate moves out. If the lock is worn, sticks, or is a low grade on an outside door, replace it instead. A Grade 1 deadbolt is the usual choice for front doors and the door from an attached garage.
Posted starting prices: rekeying from $19.00, lock changes for basic locks from $25.00, plus the service call fee. See the full price list.
A side door or a newly hung door may have no bore hole at all. Fitting a lock means drilling the door, cutting the latch mortise and installing a strike plate in the frame. The posted price for new lock installation on a door without a hole starts at $85.00.
Landlords and property managers can book a lock change for after a lawful eviction. Have the paperwork ready; the locksmith may ask to see it. Expect a calm, professional visit.
A locksmith can open your door after checking you live there. Changing the lock is usually a matter for your landlord, so check your lease first.
Talk to dispatch
Describe the lock and the problem. You will hear the estimate before anyone sets off.
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It depends on how many locks there are. A typical house with three or four exterior locks is one visit. Ask the dispatcher for a time estimate.
Yes. Rekeying keeps the hardware and changes only the key. Even a lock change can often reuse matching trim.
Keypad and smart locks can be fitted to most standard doors. Tell the dispatcher the model if you already have one.
Call the dispatch line, describe the job and get a starting price before anyone sets off.