Every homeowner asks this question sooner or later: how much does it cost to install a door lock? The answer drives budgeting for new builds, remodels, and quick security upgrades. At CountBricks, we generate instant, AI-powered estimates that break costs into clear labor, material, and overhead categories—so you can make data-driven decisions in seconds.
• Lock type and grade: Standard privacy knobs run less than high-security smart deadbolts.
• Existing door condition: A pre-bored slab is faster to fit than a solid core door that needs fresh cuts.
• Labor market rates: Rochester, NY rates differ from Austin, TX. CountBricks pulls regional averages in real time.
• Project scope: Swapping a lock is simpler than rekeying multiple doors and tying them into a smart-home hub.
• Basic passage or privacy lockset: $45–$95 installed
• Single-cylinder deadbolt: $80–$160 installed
• Grade 1 high-security deadbolt: $140–$260 installed
• Wi-Fi or Bluetooth smart lock: $190–$440 installed
• Full smart handle set with keypad and app: $260–$620 installed
These ranges include material and labor based on thousands of recent residential projects processed through CountBricks estimates.
1. Materials • Lockset, strike plate, screws, shims • Optional smart modules or keypads
2. Labor • On-site time for removal, alignment, and install • Finish work such as chiseling and caulking
3. Indirect overhead • Trip charges, insurance, and warranty handling • Small tooling wear and tear
CountBricks AI separates these categories so you can see, for example, that a $300 smart lock install might be $230 materials and only $70 labor.
• Voice-to-Estimate: Speak with our AI on the jobsite. Describe the door, lock model, and any prep work. The engine builds a line-item quote in seconds.
• Live Market Pricing: CountBricks pulls current retail and wholesale material data every hour. If a smart lock brand drops its price, your estimate reflects it instantly.
• Regional Labor Mapping: Our algorithm references recent invoices from vetted residential contractors to match local hourly rates, not national averages.
• Blueprint Takeoffs: Upload a plan set, tag every door, and let CountBricks calculate quantities and placement automatically.
• Remove existing knob or deadbolt: 10–15 minutes
• Bore new holes and chisel recesses: 25–35 minutes
• Fit and test a smart lock with calibration: 35–55 minutes
Multiply these by local labor rates—CountBricks updates them daily—to forecast exact installation costs.
• Remote access for short-term rentals
• Audit trails for high-value inventory rooms
• Hands-free entry for aging-in-place renovations
CountBricks crews routinely integrate smart systems into larger remodels. During estimate creation, simply ask our AI to include Wi-Fi or Z-Wave compatibility and it adds the necessary gateways and setup tasks.
CountBricks stands out in the residential construction industry through our commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction. Our comprehensive approach includes:
• Detailed project planning and timeline management
• Skilled craftsmanship with attention to detail
• Ongoing support throughout the construction process
• Quality assurance and safety protocols
• Transparent communication and progress updates
Whether you're planning a small renovation or a large-scale development, CountBricks.com has the expertise and resources to deliver exceptional residential construction results. Contact us today to discuss your project requirements and discover why clients choose CountBricks for their residential construction construction needs.
