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The cost to hire a locksmith varies depending on the service you need. Consult your locksmith about the price of your requested services before hiring for your repair or installation. Some of the most common types of locksmith services include:

• Installing deadbolts: $40–$75

• Rekeying: $80–$160

• Unlocking your house: $65–$180

• Changing locks: $50–$200

• Installing electronic locks: $50–$500

• Installing smart locks: $200–$800

• Keyless locks: $50–$300

Although you should rekey your locks after moving into a new home, you may feel more comfortable replacing the locks entirely. Here are some other scenarios when you should replace your locks rather than rekey them:

• When someone moves out of your home.

• There are too many copies of the existing key.

• Your home experiences any type of break-in.

• You lose your key with the address on it.

The cost to rekey locks on your home is $40 to $100 plus $15 to $40 per lock. Rekeying means you can keep your existing locks but simply change the key. You’ll still need a pro to cut a new key and rekey the lock, but no new hardware is required. Rekeying is a good option if:

• You need a quick way to upgrade your current locks

• You have a quality lock that works well

• You recently moved in and want to ensure you’re the only one with access

• You lost a key

Yes, as long as it’s thick enough for the deadbolt. Most interior hollow core doors are at least 1 1/2-inches thick, which is usually the minimum requirement for a deadbolt. You’ll want to find the lock block first before installing. Also, most hollow doors require additional reinforcement for locks, such as a reinforcement plate or plywood block.