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Emergency Services · 10 local pros listed · Updated Jul 9, 2026

A locksmith installs, repairs, and opens locks — from house lockouts and rekeying to smart locks and commercial master-key systems.

What locksmith covers

  • Home and car lockouts
  • Rekeying and lock changes
  • Deadbolt and smart-lock installs
  • Commercial master-key systems
  • Broken-key extraction

Typical locksmith costs in the U.S.

Typical U.S. planning estimates — not quotes. Actual prices depend on scope, materials, access, and your local market. Always get an itemized quote before hiring.

Job Typical range Unit
Home lockout $75–$180 per visit
Rekey a lock $20–$50 per cylinder
Deadbolt install $100–$250 per each
Smart lock install $150–$400 per each

How hiring works

  1. 1

    Call or request a quote

    Describe the problem and your ZIP code. Emergency pros list whether they cover nights and weekends.

  2. 2

    Get an arrival window

    Confirm how fast they can reach you and whether there's a trip or after-hours fee before they head out.

  3. 3

    On-site diagnosis

    The pro inspects, explains the cause, and gives a price before starting the repair.

  4. 4

    Repair and prevention

    The immediate issue is fixed, and a good pro flags what to watch so it doesn't happen again.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Not asking for the total (trip + labor) before the pro drives out
  • Hiring an unbranded 'cheapest' ad that quotes low then upcharges on site
  • Skipping ID verification — a legitimate locksmith confirms you live there

Licensing & how it compares

Do I need a licensed pro for locksmith?

Locksmith is often unlicensed, so insurance, references, and a clear written scope matter even more than a license number.

Locksmith vs. Electrical

Locksmith and Electrical are both emergency services trades but solve different problems — book the one that matches your job, or a general contractor if the project spans both.

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Locksmith by city

Verified locksmith pros

Cherry Hill Lock & Key

Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

10+ yrs in business

Elite Pro
Featured 100/100

Residential and commercial locksmith serving Camden County. Lockouts, rekeying, smart lock installation, and master key systems. (Sample li…

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Questions & answers about locksmith

QWhat does locksmith work include?

AA locksmith installs, repairs, and opens locks — from house lockouts and rekeying to smart locks and commercial master-key systems. Common jobs: home and car lockouts, rekeying and lock changes, deadbolt and smart-lock installs, commercial master-key systems.

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QWhat's the most common locksmith hiring mistake?

ANot asking for the total (trip + labor) before the pro drives out Comparing a few verified pros before you commit avoids most of it.

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QDo I need a licensed locksmith pro?

ALocksmith is frequently unlicensed, so focus on proof of insurance, references, and a clear written scope. Profiles here still show any license and insurance records on file.

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QHow much does locksmith work cost?

ATypical locksmith jobs in the U.S. run from about $20 to $400 depending on the work and materials — for example, home lockout runs $75–$180 per visit. These are planning estimates, not quotes.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does locksmith work cost?

Typical locksmith jobs in the U.S. run from about $20 to $400 depending on the specific work, materials, and your local market. See the price table on this page for a breakdown by job type. These are planning estimates, not quotes — get an itemized quote before hiring.

Do I need a licensed locksmith pro?

Not always — this trade is frequently unlicensed, so focus on proof of insurance, references, and a clear written scope.

What's included in locksmith work?

A locksmith installs, repairs, and opens locks — from house lockouts and rekeying to smart locks and commercial master-key systems. Common jobs include home and car lockouts, rekeying and lock changes, deadbolt and smart-lock installs, commercial master-key systems.

What does locksmith work include?

A locksmith installs, repairs, and opens locks — from house lockouts and rekeying to smart locks and commercial master-key systems. Common jobs: home and car lockouts, rekeying and lock changes, deadbolt and smart-lock installs, commercial master-key systems.

What's the most common locksmith hiring mistake?

Not asking for the total (trip + labor) before the pro drives out Comparing a few verified pros before you commit avoids most of it.

Do I need a licensed locksmith pro?

Locksmith is frequently unlicensed, so focus on proof of insurance, references, and a clear written scope. Profiles here still show any license and insurance records on file.

How much does locksmith work cost?

Typical locksmith jobs in the U.S. run from about $20 to $400 depending on the work and materials — for example, home lockout runs $75–$180 per visit. These are planning estimates, not quotes.

Last updated July 9, 2026. Prices are typical U.S. planning estimates, reviewed by the KnownPros editorial team.