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Locksmith Pricing Guide Canberra

Clear, upfront pricing for residential, commercial, emergency and automotive locksmith services across Canberra. All prices include GST with no hidden fees.

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Call 02 6290 1938 or send an online enquiry. We confirm the applicable price or price range before starting work. If a job differs from what was described, we explain why and confirm any update first.

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Clear pricing before we start

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Licensed, insured & police-checked

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No overnight call-out surprises

Local Since 1979

45+ years serving the ACT

What we do

Emergency Locksmith Services Across Canberra

When a lock or key problem interrupts your day, you need a locksmith who shows up fast, solves the issue on the spot and gets your security restored – across Canberra and the ACT.

Locksmith Service Typical Price (Inc. GST)
Daytime call-out during business hours $110 to $150
After-hours call-out, including nights and weekends $200 to $350
Public-holiday call-out $200 to $350
Standard house or business key cutting $ Quote on Request
Standard lock rekey $55 per standard cylinder + call-out
Home or business lockout, daytime $150 total
Home or business lockout, after hours $200 to $350 total
Car lockout in Canberra, daytime $150 to $250
Car lockout in Canberra, after hours $220 to $350
Spare transponder car key, cut & programmed $150 to $350
Replacement car key when all keys are lost $300 to $600+

Please note: These are guide prices, not automatic fixed prices for every job. We always confirm the applicable price before starting work on-site.

What Does the Call-Out Fee Cover?

The call-out fee ensures a fully equipped mobile unit is dispatched directly to you. It covers:

  • Mobile attendance at your location
  • Travel within our quoted Canberra service area
  • An on-site assessment of the lock, key or access issue
  • Identification of required work, specialized tools and parts

For lockouts, we normally quote a single total price that covers both attendance and gaining entry.

Why After-Hours Costs More

Night & Day Locksmiths provides genuine 24/7 mobile support. After-hours rates reflect:

  • A qualified master locksmith available outside business hours
  • Immediate mobile dispatch for urgent security situations
  • Attendance during late nights, weekends or public holidays
  • Full mobile machinery and key cutting capability on site

The after-hours rate is stated upfront and never tacked on later as a surprise fee.

Service Pricing

Typical Canberra Locksmith Rates

Emergency Lockouts

Covers entry for homes, offices and commercial properties:

  • Daytime Lockout: $150 total (Inc. GST)
  • After Hours / Weekends: $200 to $350 total (Inc. GST)
  • Public Holidays: $200 to $350 total (Inc. GST)

We use professional non-destructive entry methods wherever practical. If a lock is broken or requires replacement, options are explained first.

Lock Rekeying & Deadbolts

Ideal after moving in or changing tenants:

  • Standard Rekey: $55 per cylinder + call-out fee
  • Basic Deadbolt Installed: $180 to $350 (Inc. GST)
  • High-Security Deadbolt: $320 to $550+ (Inc. GST)

Rekeying changes the lock internal pins so old keys stop working while keeping your existing door hardware.

Car Lockouts in Canberra

Mobile non-destructive vehicle entry:

  • Daytime Car Lockout: $150 to $250 (Inc. GST)
  • After-Hours Car Lockout: $220 to $350 (Inc. GST)

Final price depends on vehicle make, model, year, location, and the immobiliser or security system present.

Automotive Key Replacement

Transponder key cutting and programming:

  • Spare Transponder Key: $150 to $350 (Inc. GST)
  • All Keys Lost Replacement: $300 to $600+ (Inc. GST)

Pricing varies based on mechanical, transponder, remote or proximity key types and programming requirements.

Variables

What Can Influence the Final Cost?

We believe in absolute clarity. Here are the main factors that shape your final quote.

Location & Travel

Outer-suburb, ACT border or longer-distance regional call-outs (e.g. Yass, Bungendore) may require travel adjustments.

Time of Service

Night, weekend and public holiday dispatch falls under after-hours rates due to dedicated 24/7 staffing.

Hardware & Parts

Replacing damaged latches, electronic smart locks, restricted key systems or vehicle remotes adds parts cost to labour.

Number of Locks

Rekeying or replacing several cylinders during a single visit reduces the per-lock cost compared to separate appointments.

High-Security Systems

Restricted master key systems, electronic access controls, and commercial hardware carry higher component pricing.

Lock Condition & Damage

Seized mechanisms, broken keys snapped inside cylinders, or previous forced entry damage may increase labour complexity.

How It Works

Our Simple 6-Step Pricing Process

1

Tell Us What You Need

Share suburb, property/car type & issue.

2

Clear Quote Offered

We give a clear price or range upfront.

3

On-Site Assessment

Locksmith verifies hardware on arrival.

4

Changes Explained First

Any extra work approved before starting.

5

Work Completed

Job carried out using professional tools.

6

Itemised Invoice

Clear summary of work, parts & labour.

Real Examples

Sample Locksmith Invoices

Here is how common jobs are typically calculated on your final receipt.

Example 1

Home Lockout (Weekday)

Keys locked inside front door; non-destructive entry performed.

Attendance & Entry$150.00
Parts Supplied$0.00
Total (Inc. GST)$150.00

Example 2

Rekeying 2 External Doors

Two standard locks rekeyed during one daytime appointment.

Daytime Call-Out$110.00
First Lock Rekey$55.00
Second Lock Rekey$55.00
Total (Inc. GST)$220.00
Example 3

Car Lockout (Saturday Night)

Keys locked in standard vehicle in Canberra; damage-free entry.

After-Hours Attendance & Entry$220.00
Parts Supplied$0.00
Total (Inc. GST)$220.00

Verified Credentials

Licensed, Police-Checked
Locksmiths

Night & Day Locksmiths provides accountable, fully licensed locksmith services across Canberra and the ACT.

  • ACT Master Security Licence: 17501550
  • MLAA Member Number: 9452
  • Fully police-checked technicians (renewed every 3 years)
  • 3-Month Workmanship Warranty
  • Manufacturer Product Warranties (Normally 12 Months)

What We Need for an Accurate Quote

Have these details ready when you call:

  • Your suburb or location
  • Whether it involves a home, business, or vehicle
  • Lock type or photos if available
  • For cars: make, model, year, and key type (remote/smart/keyless)

Questions

Pricing Guide FAQs

Everything you need to know about locksmith fees, payments, and warranties in
Canberra.

Yes. We provide a clear quote or price range before work begins. If the job is different from what was described or extra parts are required, we explain the change and confirm the updated price before proceeding.

A daytime locksmith call-out is typically $110 to $150 including GST. After-hours, weekend and public-holiday call-outs are typically $200 to $350 including GST. Labour and parts may be additional unless they are included in a total lockout quote.

The call-out fee covers mobile attendance, travel to your Canberra location and an on-site assessment. Labour and parts are added where they are not already included in the quoted total.

After-hours pricing covers genuine 24/7 availability and the dispatch of a qualified mobile locksmith during nights, weekends and public holidays. The applicable after-hours amount is explained before work begins and is not added later as an unexpected surcharge.

A midnight call-out falls within the after-hours range, which is typically $200 to $350 including GST. The exact quote depends on your location, the type of job, required travel and any labour or parts involved. We confirm the applicable price before starting work.

A standard daytime home or business lockout is typically $150 including GST. After-hours and public-holiday lockouts generally range from $200 to $350 including GST. The final quote depends on the lock type, location and complexity.

A standard rekey is typically $55 including GST per standard lock cylinder, plus the applicable call-out fee. The final price depends on the lock type, number of locks and whether repairs or replacement parts are needed.

A spare transponder key typically costs $150 to $350 including GST when you still have a working key. If all keys are lost, the typical range is $300 to $600 or more, depending on the vehicle, key system and programming requirements.

Our workmanship is covered for three months from the date the job is completed. Products and parts are covered by the relevant manufacturer’s warranty, which is normally 12 months. Exact product warranty terms depend on the brand and model.

We accept EFTPOS, card payments, and cash.

Yes. We provide an itemised invoice showing the work completed, labour and any parts supplied.

Yes. We provide free, obligation-free quotes. Call 02 6290 1938 and provide your location and job details so we can give you an accurate quote or price range.

3-month workmanship warranty · Products covered by manufacturer’s warranty (normally 12 months) · Warranty & Standards
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