Residential · Locksmith Service
Professional Lock Installation Services
Installing a new door, replacing damaged hardware, adding a deadbolt or upgrading how you access your property? Lock & Key Pros installs compatible locks for homes and businesses.
Before installation, we check the door, frame, latch, strike, existing preparation and intended use so the new lock fits the opening and the daily access and locking functions work as intended.
Professional lock installation means selecting compatible hardware, preparing the opening accurately, installing the lock, latch, strike and other hardware, and making sure everything is aligned and the entry works. Installation is the right service when you want new hardware or want to switch the type of hardware on a door.
When Do You Need Lock Installation?
- New doors require lock hardware.
- An additional locking point is required on a factory-installed door.
- Old hardware is in poor condition.
- You want a keypad, smart or keyless option.
- A business needs commercial-grade hardware.
- A property needs improved physical key control or a higher security option.
- A renovation changes the configuration of a door or entry.
- A replacement requires new, compatible hardware.
Lock Options & Compatibility
Depending on door compatibility, installation may include common keyed entry locks, deadbolts, lever locks, cylinders, selected commercial hardware, and higher security or electronic hardware.
See Deadbolt Installation for adding or fitting deadbolts, Smart Lock Installation for keypads, apps and electronic locks, High-Security Locks for key control and higher security locks, and Commercial Locksmith for business door hardware.
After installation, the hardware should work with the frame and the door should open and close as intended. If the door or frame has a conflicting condition, related repairs may be necessary.
Security, Compatibility & Installation Limits
There are a lot of different doors and a lot of different locks. Compatibility affects the construction, thickness, and overall prep of the door along with the backset, the type of door, and the condition of the door's frame and strike. Most importantly, the intended use of the door and the fire and egress requirements come into play. For these specialized and non-standard situations, only a qualified and contracted door and frame professional should service these openings.
How it works
How Does Lock Installation Work?
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Tell Us What You Need
Let us know about the project. Is this a new door, an additional lock, a direct replacement, a deadbolt, a smart or keypad lock, an upgrade, or a commercial project?
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Check Door & Hardware
We look at the type of door and its thickness, the existing bore, preparation, backset, handing, frame and strike, then help you choose compatible hardware for your security goals.
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Confirm Scope & Pricing
We confirm the installation scope and review the estimate and price with you.
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Install & Test
We fit the lock, latch, strike, cylinder, deadbolt or electronic hardware, then test the door, latch, bolt, key or code.
How long does Lock Installation take?
The time to complete the job depends on the door, the hardware, the existing prep, alignment, the number of locks, and whether the opening needs to be modified, programmed, or set up. A direct replacement into existing prep is easier than a first time install for a deadbolt, smart lock or specialized commercial lock.
How Much Do Door Lock Installations Cost?
Factors like the type of locks desired, whether the locks are for a residential or commercial property, the type of door, door material thickness, existing preparation, the need for new borework/strike fitting, the hardware and keys selected, programming, setup, and repair/replacement all affect the overall cost of door lock installation.
For a more accurate cost estimate, the type of door, existing hardware, the lock(s) or the feature you wish to have, number of doors, and the service location need to be known.
New Lock Installation vs Lock Replacement
Installation and replacement share some commonalities, but they are not the same. New installation is the introduction of lock hardware where previously there was none; replacement is the removal of lock hardware and the installation of a lock in its place.
| Situation | Likely Service |
|---|---|
| New door with no lock | Installation |
| Adding an additional deadbolt | Installation / Deadbolt |
| Replacing worn/damaged hardware | Replacement |
| Changing traditional hardware to smart hardware | Replacement + Smart Lock Installation |
| Upgrading to high-security hardware | Replacement / High-Security Locks |
| Business needs multi-user electronic access | Access Control |
Lock Installation Service Areas
Lock & Key Pros offers lock installation to our service areas. To find local Locksmith information and Locksmiths that can help you, choose your city below.
Lock Installation FAQs
Can a locksmith install a new door lock?
Yes, a locksmith can install a new door lock provided the door fits the locksmith's service capabilities and are all compatible.
Can you install a lock on a new door?
Yes, a new door can be assessed for support of the requested hardware.
Can you add a deadbolt to an existing door?
A deadbolt can be installed, but only if the door and frame fit the locksmith's service capabilities.
Do you sell and install smart locks?
Yes. Lock & Key Pros offers smart lock installation for compatible smart locks and doors. We can evaluate your current door and hardware to see if the smart lock you desire can be used with the door and installation requirements.
Do you offer high-security locks for sale and installation?
Yes. Lock & Key Pros offers high security locks and installation for residential and commercial applications. The type of lock you choose will depend on the door, the other locks you have on the door, the type of access you require, and the amount of key control or security you need.
Do you sell and install commercial door locks?
Yes. Lock & Key Pros installs compatible commercial lock hardware. We can evaluate the door, existing hardware, use and access needs to determine the appropriate commercial lock solution.
Is installation the same as replacement?
No. Installation implies the introduction of hardware at a location where it previously did not exist; with replacement, hardware is removed and a new lock is installed.
How much do your lock installation services cost?
The cost of the service will depend on the locks requested, the state of the door and the work involved, such as the programming of the locks.
How long does a lock installation take?
The time required to complete the work will be a function of the family of locks, the state of the door, the work required, and the complexity of the work.
Do you provide lock installation services in Tarzana?
Yes. Lock & Key Pros offers lock installation services in Tarzana for residential and commercial locks. Call us with the kind of door and the issue you're having to ascertain what installation service you need.
Request Lock Installation
We need to know about the type of door, lock hardware that is present, the number of doors, the desired capabilities and function, and the required service location.