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Recent Lock Installation reviews

Thanks Brendan Job done ✅

New sliding door lock installed and supply new rollers on door

$250

Very good tradesperson

Replace Door Knob/Handle

$100

Nice work. Very efficient.

Gate LockLatch replace

$150

Yustan helped us with dead bolt installation and did a great job.

Install deadbolt on 4 bedroom doors.

$400

Quick and professional, great job

Install secure lock on bedroom door (rental-friendly, minimal damage)

$150

Excellent work. On time.

Replace lock handles

$10

What's the average cost of a lock installer

$110 - $245

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$110

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$150

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$245

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Why book a mobile lock service through Airtasker?

Your home or establishment is never entirely secure without a properly installed lock. Don’t wait for a break-in and protect your family, property, and assets immediately. If you don’t know where to start, then rest assured that Airtasker makes the entire process easy, convenient, and budget-friendly for you.

When you post your task on our platform, you get connected with dozens of professional locksmiths that can assist you with lock fitting, lock replacement, and lock installation. Within minutes, you will receive offers from professional locksmiths near you. You can go through reviews and check out their profiles to find the Tasker for you.

Once you get in touch with your Tasker, you can privately make an arrangement with them through Airtasker’s private messaging feature. And don’t worry about paying with cash! Airtasker Pay keeps your agreed-upon amount secure until the task is completed. From securing your transaction to securing your home, Airtasker ensures that every step of the way worry-free.

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Top Lock Installation related questions

Locksmiths are professionally trained and usually have years of experience in handling the most complex lock-related cases. They are also equipped with the tools and equipment needed to properly rekey, repair, replace, and install all kinds of locks. A locksmith can also successfully install your brand-new lock system without damaging your door, car, window, or vault. Hiring a locksmith also ensures that you stay safe from injury during the lock installation process.

A locksmith has a good understanding of lock systems and security systems. They can assess each lock and are able to solve even the most complicated lock-related situations. They can make keys, open locks, repair damaged locks, and reinstall different kinds of locks. Locksmiths are also trained to respond quickly and can install new locks within just a few minutes.

Got locked out of your home in the middle of the night? Or need to replace your lock early in the morning? Professional mobile locksmiths are trained to respond quickly and efficiently. On Airtasker, you can find lock installation services that can meet you where you’re at round-the-clock. Simply post your task and indicate as many details as possible, including the time and how soon you need the job done. A Tasker will get to you as quickly as possible.

Lock replacement almost always involves lock installation. However, lock installation can also mean adding a lock to something to a fixture, furniture piece, or even appliance that did not have a lock before. For example, your mobile locksmith can also add a lock onto a cabinet, wardrobe, or even a refrigerator. That said, installing locks to furniture or appliances can keep your belongings extra secure.

Lock fitting and lock installation can take a few minutes to a few hours. This depends on whether you need to replace a lock altogether or if you’re changing the type of lock altogether. For example, if you’re installing a keyless entry system, then it might take a bit longer to remove the older lock mechanisms and introduce brand new technology. Rest assured that your Tasker will work as efficiently as possible.

Yes, a locksmith can provide you with new keys. What’s great about Airtasker is that you can find a locksmith who suits your needs and can fashion a new key for you when you install a new lock. However, know that you can also buy a new lock and key in a hardware store and ask your locksmith to install it.

What do lock installation services include?

If you’ve just moved into a new home, consider replacing its old locks and installing new ones. Whether it’s a traditional deadbolt lock or a keyless entry system, you can find a Tasker who can fit and install the best lock for your home. Below is the possible range of services that you can look forward to: 

Lock fitting

A professional locksmith can help properly fit a lock to your door or window. Remember that there are different types of locks that work best with certain kinds of doors and windows. For example, a UPVC door lock functions best with a patio door or screen door. 

Consult with your Tasker with what lock options you can choose from. Using their tools, they can fit the lock perfectly into your barrier or aperture. 

Door lock installation

Most mobile locksmiths are trained in residential lock installation and help properly install locks to your front door, patio door, and bedroom doors. If you own an office or a retail space, then your mobile locksmith can also repair, replace, and install new locks for your building or store. 

Keep in mind that replacing your locks can ensure the security of your home and prevent break-ins. 

Car lock installation

Want an upgrade on your car’s security system? Hiring a Tasker can help ease the stress of fitting and installing a brand new lock on your vehicle. Depending on what you need, your Tasker can help replace or fit a lock on your car door or trunk or even install a central locking system. 

For parents, you can also babyproof your vehicle and have your Tasker install childproof locks.

Electronic lock installation

Even the oldest or simplest homes can boast top-of-the-line security systems. With Airtasker, you can find a mobile locksmith who can install electronic locks such as keypad locks, Bluetooth locks, magnetic door locks, and more. 

Your Tasker can also smoothly install keyless entry systems, so you can move in and out of your property with ease (and without fumbling with your key chains every single time!).

High-security lock installation

High-security lock systems protect against robberies or any other method of trespassing and attack. Your mobile locksmith can help install a heavy-duty lock that can withstand picking and drilling. 

If you’re looking to upgrade the security of your property with video surveillance and alarms, consider hiring a security system installer near you.

Recent Lock Installation tasks

Install smart locker

$300

Wantirna VIC 3152, Australia

27th Jun 2026

Install smart Lockers and security camera with solar panels for both front and back doors

Door handle removed and replaced with a new one (supplied)

$100

The Vines WA 6069, Australia

27th Jun 2026

Need this door handle removed , having trouble removing the screw as it has been dug out too much and then replace it with a new handle which I have here

Need Letterbox Lock Replaced ASAP (Caulfield Apt)

$30

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

27th Jun 2026

Need a handyman to install a supplied letterbox lock ASAP in Caulfield. Quick job. Please quote labor cost & earliest availability. Thanks.

Excellent job! Very professional, skilled, friendly, and efficient. Really appreciate your help — highly recommended. Thanks so much Asela 👍

Install simple door locks

$100

Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

27th Jun 2026

They’re really easy to set up, and I’ve got all the tools, just want someone to do it with perfection . Holes cut too

Installing a new lock need some holes cut in my door

$100

Cammeray NSW 2062, Australia

27th Jun 2026

Installing a new lock need some holes cut in my door - see photos

Install smart lock

$150

Murrumbeena VIC 3163, Australia

27th Jun 2026

Replace current door handles with smart lock. All purchased. Install only The new lock has a full mortise lock

Lock replacement

$100

Austral NSW 2179, Australia

27th Jun 2026

I currently have a Gainsborough Neue Trilock Contemporary Angular leverset double cylinder (8951ANGMB) to front entry door. I want it replaced with Philips EasyKey DDL615-5HBS Smart Handle Lock.

Replace 5 windows locks

$90

St Marys NSW 2760, Australia

26th Jun 2026

I have 5 windows locks, I don't have the keys, not sure if I need to replace. But happy to do it. I need all 5 windows able to open with same key and I need 4 keys. Please put the price for labor only, I can pay you for materials on the day. Just make sure you give me an idea of the materials price . A range is ok. Thanks

Great service. Thanks

Install smart lock in Newport

$100

Newport VIC 3015, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Install front door lock. Lock jams and doesn’t go back in and hole in metal door frame needs to be hollowed

Sil was friendly, efficient, fast moving and very professional! Will 100% use him again

Install smart lock

$250

West Pennant Hills NSW 2125, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Need to install a smart lock LOCKLY vision - only install I can programme etc. The existing handle reversed so out of the way for new lock which needs to be installed at eye level.

Done a great job but wasn’t happy the quote wast complete as I had clearly put on the job post the need to install the lock in new location on the door

Remove and replace a gate latch

$200

Sunbury VIC 3429, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Need a gate latch removed and replaced with new latch. New latch has been purchased.

Great job thanks very much

Replace letter box lock

$50

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

24th Jun 2026

fix the lock of the letter box

thank you so much for your work

Install door knob -2

$50

Mickleham VIC 3064, Australia

24th Jun 2026

Small job I want to replace my bedroom door knob with the new lock knob I got from Bunnings. Qty 2 doors. 2 knobs.

Really good guy great work

Install door lock

$50

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Need to get a lock installed in a door, the door frame already has a lock hole but the doors were replaced and now the new door needs the lock installed Lock provided (see photos for better explanation)

Brendan did a great job!

Need dead lock electric door installed today

$250

Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Made an electric door lock installed

Great work! Excellent communication and work was spot on.

Locksmith needed to replace cylinder on sliding door lock

$150

Paddington QLD 4064, Australia

22nd Jun 2026

Looking to fix a broken lock. Looks like a key or something has been jammed into it? It’s a sliding glass door that is external.

Did a fantastic job, great communicator, very polite and lovely to chat with. Would certainly recommend!

Need door handle fixed or replaced, opens spontaneously

$120

Clifton Hill VIC 3068, Australia

22nd Jun 2026

2 x doors open spontaneously, close but a few mins later they open again. Need faulty door lock repaired or replaced

Excellent communication and very easy to deal with. Came and completed the task as asked, both doors fixed and would definitely use again. Very prompt and polite. Thank you!

Replace locks and install lockbox @Lenah valley

$193

Lenah Valley, Tasmania

22nd Jun 2026

Assess lock. Source new lock and deadbolt and lockbox. Install new lock and lockbox. Price includes supply of locksets and lockbox at cost ($72.88)

Rebooked him a million times. He lnows what I need

Replace door handle

$60

Coomera QLD, Australia

21st Jun 2026

We have an internal door handle and want to replace it with a key lock handle. We need the hole to be bigger in order to fit the new handle and the new handle installed.

Quick and helpful!