Lockout service runs $95-$150. Lock rekeying starts at $125 for the service call plus first lock, then $45 per additional lock. Car key replacement costs $150-$350 depending on the vehicle. These are 2026 prices from an actual South Florida locksmith, not a national average.
What Does a Lockout Cost in South Florida?
Home and car lockouts run $95-$150 in Broward and Palm Beach counties. That's the door-to-door price. Service call, lock manipulation, and getting you inside. No trip fee, no hidden charges. The price is the same at 2 PM or 2 AM.
Some locksmiths advertise "$19 lockout service" online. That's bait. The real price shows up when the tech arrives and suddenly the lock is "high security" or the door is "a special type." We've seen customers get charged $300-$500 after calling those $19 ads. Our price is real from the start.
How Much Does Lock Rekeying Cost?
$125 for the service call and first lock. Each additional standard pin tumbler lock is $45. So a typical 4-lock house runs about $260. That's for standard residential locks like Schlage and Kwikset.
High-security locks (Medeco, Mul-T-Lock) cost more because the pins are specialized. Expect $55-$75 per lock for those. According to HomeAdvisor's 2025 cost data, the national average for rekeying is $40-$100 per lock. Our pricing includes the service call, which many locksmiths charge separately at $50-$75.
| Service | Price Range | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Home/Car Lockout | $95 - $150 | 15-30 min |
| Lock Rekeying (first lock) | $125 | 20-40 min |
| Each Additional Lock | $45 | 10-15 min |
| Lock Replacement | $75 - $250 | 30-60 min |
| Deadbolt Installation | $85 - $250 | 30-45 min |
| Smart Lock Installation | $150 - $400 | 45-90 min |
| Car Key Replacement | $150 - $350 | 30-60 min |
| Key Fob Replacement | $125 - $350 | 20-45 min |
| Transponder Key | $100 - $250 | 20-40 min |
| Door Closer Replacement | $200 - $400 | 30-60 min |
| Panic Bar Repair | $150 - $400 | 30-60 min |
| Access Control (per door) | $500 - $3,000 | 4-8 hours |
All prices are approximate estimates. The technician confirms the final price on site after assessing the specific job. No work starts until you approve the quoted price.
How Much Does Car Key Replacement Cost?
$150-$350 depending on the key type and vehicle brand. Basic transponder keys for Honda, Toyota, and Ford run $150-$200. Smart keys and proximity fobs for BMW, Mercedes, and Lexus run $250-$450. Tesla key cards are $250-$350.
The dealership charges $200-$600+ for the same service, according to Consumer Reports' 2025 automotive maintenance survey. Plus you'd need to tow the car there and wait 3-5 business days. A mobile locksmith like us does it at your location in under an hour for less money.
Here's a brand-by-brand breakdown:
- Honda: $120-$250
- Toyota: $120-$275
- Ford: $100-$250
- Chevrolet: $100-$275
- Nissan: $120-$275
- BMW: $200-$450
- Mercedes: $250-$500
- Tesla: $250-$450
How Much Does Commercial Locksmith Work Cost?
It depends heavily on the scope. A commercial lockout runs $95-$175. Rekeying a 10-door office runs $500-$700. Installing an access control system costs $500-$3,000 per door.
Door closer replacement runs $200-$400 installed. Panic bar repair is $150-$400. Fire door inspections cost $100-$150 per door, with volume discounts for buildings with 10+ doors.
For larger commercial projects, we provide written quotes after an on-site assessment. No charge for the estimate.
Why Do Locksmith Prices Vary So Much?
Three factors: lock type, time of service, and who you call. The lock type matters most. Opening a standard Kwikset knob takes 2 minutes. Opening a Medeco high-security cylinder takes 15. The skill and time required are different.
Time of service shouldn't matter, but many locksmiths charge extra for nights, weekends, and holidays. We don't. Same price 24/7.
Who you call matters a lot. According to a 2024 Better Business Bureau report, locksmith scams are among the top 10 most-reported service fraud categories in South Florida. The scam works like this: they advertise low prices online, dispatch an untrained person, then inflate the bill on-site. Always check Google reviews before calling a locksmith.
How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off by a Locksmith
Check reviews. Get a price before they start. Never pay if the price changed after they arrived. Those three rules eliminate 99% of scam locksmiths.
A real locksmith will give you a firm price estimate over the phone and confirm it on-site before touching anything. If someone shows up and the price suddenly doubled, send them away. You owe them nothing.
We have 252 five-star Google reviews. That doesn't happen by accident. It happens because we quote honestly and charge fairly. Every single time.