Smart locks have moved from luxury add-ons to everyday expectations in modern homes. Yet many homeowners still ask the same question: What is the actual cost for keyless entry installation? CountBricks brings data-driven clarity to that answer, combining AI voice capture, live material pricing, and automated takeoffs to deliver on-the-spot numbers.
• Increased security with encrypted access codes
• Seamless integration with home automation systems
• Elimination of re-key expenses after lost keys
• Higher resale value and stronger curb appeal
Even a seemingly simple lock swap has multiple cost layers. CountBricks tracks each in real time so you can see exactly where every dollar goes.
• Basic keypad deadbolts: ideal for rental units at an average material price of $95–$140
• Wi-Fi/Bluetooth smart locks: popular in new builds, typically $180–$260
• High-security biometric models: luxury market choice, ranging $280–$420
CountBricks pulls current retail and wholesale figures from its supplier network the moment you speak the model name, guaranteeing up-to-date allowances in your estimate.
Installing a keyless lock can look straightforward, but hidden variables — uneven door jambs, outdated wiring, or mortise conversions — influence labor hours.
• Standard retrofit on modern doors: 0.75–1.25 labor hours
• Minor carpentry or strike plate adjustments: +0.25–0.5 hours
• Electrical preparation for hard-wired smart locks: +0.5–1.0 hours plus electrician call-out
CountBricks’ task library auto-assigns the correct trade rate (carpenter vs. licensed electrician) so the labor column always aligns with code requirements.
• Low-voltage wiring
• Backer plates and shims for oversized cutouts
• Tamper-proof screws and weather gaskets
While these items seldom exceed $25 per door, omitting them causes profit leaks. CountBricks bundles them automatically, flagging quantity updates if you add extra doors in your voice session.
Residential installers frequently overlook mobilization fees. CountBricks calculates travel distance, setup time, and disposal of legacy hardware into a single line item, protecting margins and giving homeowners full transparency.
Material and labor rates in downtown metros differ from suburban or rural markets. Because CountBricks leverages live supplier APIs and local trade databases, a project in Austin, TX will reflect different numbers than one in Jackson, MS—without you lifting a finger.
Using average national inputs captured by CountBricks (Q2 2025):
• Economy keypad package: $235–$310 all-in
• Mid-tier smart lock package: $345–$490 all-in
• Premium biometric package: $520–$690 all-in
These numbers assume a straightforward swap on a pre-hung exterior door with no electrical upgrade. Scopes involving siding removal, multi-point locks, or home automation hubs will increase totals accordingly—instantly reflected inside the CountBricks estimate generator.
1. Launch a live voice session from the site or mobile app.
2. Describe the door type, smart lock model, and location count.
3. Watch CountBricks auto-populate tasks, labor, and materials in real time.
4. Review customizable markups, add photos or blueprints, and generate a polished client-ready quote in seconds.
5. Convert the approved estimate into an invoice with one click, syncing to your accounting software.
• Removal of “guesswork contingencies” thanks to live pricing
• Fewer change orders caused by overlooked hardware
• Optimized labor scheduling that trims idle time
• Digital documentation that speeds up homeowner insurance discounts
• Always confirm door thickness before ordering hardware to avoid costly returns
• Suggest a matching smart doorbell during the same visit; shared wiring lowers overall labor
• Offer code management tutorials as a billable training add-on
• Leverage CountBricks’ bundle templates to standardize multi-door discounts
Ready to lock in accurate numbers? Visit CountBricks.com/services to schedule a demo or start a free voice estimate today. With transparent cost data and frictionless documents, your residential projects move from inquiry to completed install faster than ever.
Suburban Retrofit, 12 Doors
A property manager in Raleigh tapped CountBricks to replace standard deadbolts with Wi-Fi smart locks across six duplexes. The estimator used voice input while walking the site, capturing door materials, jamb conditions, and Wi-Fi strength for each unit. CountBricks generated a 14-line estimate in under four minutes. Real-time supplier pricing trimmed $312 from the original budget, letting the manager green-light video doorbells on the same purchase order.
New Custom Build, 3,800 sq ft Smart Home
CountBricks partnered with a design-build firm to spec biometric keyless entry on all exterior doors plus a hidden safe room. Live blueprint takeoffs identified oversized slabs requiring extended backsets. The system flagged the specialty hardware, adding two extra lead days and adjusting the schedule timeline automatically. The client viewed the cost impact—an additional $1,420—inside the interactive proposal and approved with an e-signature the same day.
• Create a “keyless entry bundle” in your CountBricks template library to shave estimate prep from 15 minutes to 2 minutes
• Use CountBricks’ image annotation to highlight hinge issues before crews arrive, reducing callbacks
• Sync your CountBricks account with field management software to push tasks directly to technicians’ mobile devices
1. Live supplier feeds prevent outdated material allowances
2. Task libraries auto-apply market labor rates, ensuring compliance with regional standards
3. Built-in voice dictation captures site nuances spreadsheets ignore
4. Branded quote documents elevate professionalism and speed client approvals
Whether you manage a single flip or a portfolio of rental homes, CountBricks removes the uncertainty around the cost for keyless entry installation, empowering you to deliver precise, profitable, and professional service every time. Explore more at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
