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Locksmiths: compare local pros.
Compare local locksmiths by rating, years in business and availability. Most handle home lockouts, rekeying, lock replacement, deadbolts and smart locks, and many also do car lockouts and keys.
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Typical prices
Locksmith · national averages
Home lockout, rekey or lock change
$75–$200
Car lockout or key
$75–$250
Replace a standard lock
$60–$200
Emergency or after-hours charge
$100–$250
Typical, per home visit
$75–$200
What they do
What locksmiths handle
- Home lockouts
- Rekeying
- Lock replacement
- Deadbolt installation
- Smart locks
- Car lockouts
- Key duplication
What it costs
$75–$200
per home visit, national average · source: HomeGuide
- Home lockout, rekey or lock change$75–$200
- Car lockout or key$75–$250
- Replace a standard lock$60–$200
- Emergency or after-hours charge$100–$250
- Call-out charge$30–$85
- Smart lock hardware$75–$350+
Pricing
What changes the price
- 1Type of job: lockout, rekey or new locks
- 2Time of day: nights and weekends cost more
- 3Lock type and security level
- 4Number of locks done in one visit
Pros on Job Hound never pay for leads, so no lead fee is built into their price.
How it works
Hire locksmiths in three steps
- 01
Describe the job
Pick the service, add your zip code and a sentence about the work. No account needed.
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- 02
Get matched with locksmiths
Your request goes to one or three local pros who do this work. It's never resold.
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- 03
Compare quotes and hire
Pros never paid a lead fee to reach you, so there's nothing extra built into the price.
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Before you hire
How to choose locksmiths
- 1
Get a price before they come
Ask for a price range on the phone, including the trip fee. Be wary of anyone who won't give one.
- 2
Look for a real local business
A local address, a marked vehicle and a business name on the invoice are good signs. Some states license locksmiths; ask.
- 3
Rekey before you replace
If the locks work fine, rekeying is usually cheaper and makes old keys stop working.
- 4
Expect to show ID
A good locksmith will ask you to prove you live there before opening a door.
FAQ
Questions about locksmiths
Rekey or replace my locks?
Rekeying is cheaper and makes old keys stop working. Replace locks that are worn, damaged or being upgraded.
Should I rekey after moving in?
Yes. You don't know how many copies of the old keys exist.
How do I avoid locksmith scams?
Ask for a price range before they come, and look for a real local business with a marked vehicle.
Can a locksmith install a smart lock?
Yes. Most locksmiths install smart locks and can tell you which models fit your door.
Does it cost anything to use Job Hound?
No. Job Hound is free for homeowners, and pros never pay for leads, so there is no lead fee baked into the price you are quoted.
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