When homeowners start talking about better security, the first upgrade on most wish-lists is a sturdy deadbolt. Yet one question always comes up: “What will my deadbolt installation cost?” At CountBricks, we use AI-driven estimating to answer that question in seconds, providing crystal-clear pricing and scope for every residential project.
Across the San Francisco Bay Area and similar urban markets, the total deadbolt installation cost generally falls between $185 and $325 per door—including labor, material, and minor site cleanup. At CountBricks, our latest project data shows an average of $255 for a mid-grade single-cylinder lock on a solid wood entry door.
• Labor: $90-$140 depending on door material and jamb condition
• Materials (lockset, screws, strike plate): $65-$115 based on finish and security grade
• Ancillary supplies (shims, wood filler, masking): $5-$20
No two residential doors are identical. CountBricks estimating software weighs over two dozen variables before returning a real-time number. Below are the largest cost drivers our AI engine watches in live projects:
• Door material: solid core wood requires more boring time than hollow-core
• Smart vs. mechanical deadbolts: connected locks add $80-$120 in hardware
• Backset changes: moving from 2-3/8" to 2-3/4" adds labor minutes and a new latch
• Existing damage: a split jamb or oversized bore may require a reinforcement kit
• Code upgrades: multi-family residences often need fire-rated hardware
Manual estimating methods rely on static price books and rolling averages that can lag months behind actual market rates. Material surcharges, fuel spikes, and changing building codes mean yesterday’s numbers go stale fast. CountBricks connects directly to up-to-the-minute supplier pricing and local labor indexes, so your deadbolt installation cost reflects real, current conditions.
1. Voice Capture: On-site or over the phone, our AI assistant records door type, quantity, and any special conditions.
2. Real-Time Takeoff: Blueprints or smartphone photos feed into CountBricks.com/takeoffs where bore size, swing direction, and jamb depth are auto-recognized.
3. Cost Engine: The system cross-references materials databases and labor productivity tables specific to residential carpentry.
4. Instant Proposal: A branded PDF with line-item pricing, schedules, and payment milestones is generated—ready for digital signature.
Home improvement blogs often pitch deadbolt swaps as a do-it-yourself afternoon job. While possible, missing tools or misaligned strikes can quickly erase savings. CountBricks data shows the average DIYer spends an extra $68 on specialty hole saws, chisels, and replacement latches after an initial miscut. Professional installers working through CountBricks.com/services bring calibrated jigs and 5-year workmanship guarantees, avoiding costly redos.
Securing multiple doors at once unlocks economies of scale:
• Mobilization fees spread over more units
• Volume discounts on locksets ordered through CountBricks supply partners
• Single invoicing cycle reduces administrative overhead
For a recent three-door upgrade in Daly City, our client saved 18% compared to scheduling separate visits—proof that bundling pays.
Material tariffs, fuel costs, and even wildfire season insurance premiums can nudge labor rates up or down. CountBricks monitors these shifts nightly. If stainless-steel locksets drop 6% next quarter, your estimate will automatically adjust, ensuring you never overpay.
Few homeowners realize that certain smart deadbolts qualify for insurance premium reductions and home-office security deductions. CountBricks estimators flag these opportunities so you can offset your deadbolt installation cost through potential rebates. Ask about our financing portal at CountBricks.com/consultation for 0% promotional options on qualifying security upgrades.
• Opt for ANSI Grade 2 hardware—commercial durability at a residential price
• Reuse compatible strike plates when code allows to cut material spend
• Schedule installs during normal working hours to avoid emergency premiums
• Group neighboring households for community discounts via CountBricks Neighborhood Bundles
• Choose brushed nickel finishes, which cost less and have shorter lead times than specialty colors
Every residential trade benefits from clear, fast numbers—but security hardware demands extra precision. From the first voice note to the signed invoice, CountBricks removes the guesswork. Whether you’re a homeowner, developer, or property manager, our AI-backed workflow slashes bid time, prevents scope creep, and ensures your deadbolt installation cost stays on budget.
Request a real-time quote today at CountBricks.com/services and experience the difference precision data makes in residential construction.
When a 1906 three-flat in Pacific Heights changed ownership, the new landlord wanted immediate security improvements before listing the units. Using CountBricks voice capture, the property manager documented:
• 6 exterior entry doors—solid fir, 1-3/4" thick
• 3 basement access doors—steel, pre-hung
• Existing mortise locks to remain as secondary latches
Within 12 minutes, CountBricks.com/takeoffs generated a room-by-room schedule, highlighted jamb repairs on two doors, and recommended Grade 2 single-cylinder deadbolts for uniform keying. The instant cost summary:
• Materials: $1,145 (bulk discount applied)
• Labor: $1,020 (crew of two carpenters, 1.5 days)
• Contingency & cleanup: $150
Total deadbolt installation cost: $2,315, 12% under the client’s provisional budget.
1. Crews mobilized 24 hours after approval, leveraging digital schedules synced from CountBricks.
2. On-site adjustments were voice-logged, instantly updating the invoice so there were no surprise add-ons.
3. The insurance carrier confirmed a premium reduction, projected to recover the installation cost within 18 months.
• Real-time pricing data allowed the client to select higher grade hardware without exceeding budget.
• Blueprint-driven takeoffs eliminated measuring errors common in older, out-of-square frames.
• Consolidated invoicing simplified accounting for a multi-unit property.
If your residential property requires fresh security or any other carpentry upgrade, leverage CountBricks’ AI estimating and live material feeds. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation to schedule a five-minute discovery call and see exactly how much you could save on your next deadbolt installation cost.
