Quick answer: Locksmith prices depend on your location, the time of day, the type of job and the lock or vehicle. Always ask for a total price, including the service call, before the locksmith is dispatched.
What affects locksmith prices
- Location: distance and travel time to reach you
- Time of day: nights, weekends and holidays often cost more
- Type of job: a lockout, a rekey, a key cut, or programming a car key are different jobs
- The lock or vehicle: high-security locks and some cars take more time and parts
- Parts: new locks, keys and fobs are extra if needed
Questions to ask before you agree
- What is the total price, including the service call fee?
- Does that price change if the job is harder than expected? If so, when will you tell me?
- What is the name of your company and where are you based?
- How soon can you arrive?
- Can you text me the quote?
Watch out for very low advertised prices. A tiny "starting at" number is often just the service call, with the real price added when the locksmith arrives. See our guide to avoiding locksmith scams.
How we handle pricing
We quote before we dispatch, and you are free to say no. Call or text what you need and we will tell you what affects your price.
