How Our Pricing Works
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Locksmith pricing is not one-size-fits-all — the honest answer is “it depends on the job.” Here is exactly what affects your price and how we quote it, so there are no surprises.
The factors that affect your price
- Type of job — lockout vs. key replacement vs. rekey vs. lock installation.
- Lock or vehicle — standard vs. high-security hardware; vehicle make/model and key/transponder technology.
- Time of day — standard hours vs. after-hours, weekend, or holiday.
- Parts — any hardware, key blanks, or fobs required.
- Location — travel to your area.
Typical jobs
| Service | What drives the price | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Car lockout | Vehicle year, make & model | $89–$159 |
| European & luxury vehicles | Specialized keys & security systems | from $229 |
| House lockout | Lock type & number of locks | $89–$229 |
| Rekey — residential (per lock) | Lock type & quantity | $40–$89 |
| Rekey — commercial (per lock) | High-security / commercial hardware | up to $159 |
| Car key / fob replacement | Vehicle & key/transponder technology | $129–$899 (some vehicles $1,200+) |
Prices are typical ranges for common jobs; your exact price is the firm quote we give you before we dispatch, based on your specific vehicle or lock. Car key/fob replacement varies widely by vehicle — call with your year, make, and model for an exact quote.
Our no-surprise promise
We give you a firm quote by phone (or in writing) before we dispatch, and the price we quote is the price you pay. Any after-hours, weekend, or holiday charge is disclosed up front — never added on arrival.
Why a “$15 service call” is a red flag
The FTC warns consumers about locksmiths who advertise an impossibly low price to win the call, then inflate the total on arrival. A legitimate, licensed locksmith gives a real quote, shows up in a marked vehicle with ID, and provides a written receipt. If an on-site price does not match the phone quote, you are entitled to decline. We price the honest way — see our credentials and guarantee.
Get your firm quote
Call (833) 439-8636 for an upfront price.
Have questions about how we charge? Our locksmith FAQ covers the most common ones.
AAA members can get reimbursed — see our AAA locksmith reimbursement guide.
