Deadbolt Locks Installation

The typical price for a deadbolt lock is between $25 to $300, depending on the lock’s quality. Furthermore, the deadbolt lock installation can cost between $75 to $400 when hiring someone for you and depends on the quality of the lock provided.

While the deadbolt lock is one of the most secure locks found, there is a misconception that once it is locked, you cannot open it. Still, when you have the right tools and training as a locksmith, you will have that lock open quickly. Locksmiths have the right tools to help you return to your home, no matter the lock concern. 

While you may think that a locksmith only helps you to get safe key entry into your home, you are wrong. A locksmith has the skills to help open a locked deadbolt from the inside without breaking it. So, if you are in a lockout situation, you do not need to break a window to enter your home. 

A professional deadbolt lock installation done by a locksmith can take less than two hours. But if you are going the do-it-yourself route, it can take the same time, depending on your skill. A deadbolt replacement can be done in 15 to 30 minutes, as the only thing done is swapping the hardware out. 

Theoretically, a magnet cannot move a deadbolt lock as every lock works differently. The lock needs friction because a deadbolt lock is attached very tight, and a magnet cannot move it.

You can key a deadbolt if you need a separate key from the entry doorknob. But it needs to be in the same brand. For rekeying a deadbolt, you will need to remove the door to repin as you would a doorknob. Ensure the bolt is out, and remove the screws holding the deadbolt in place.