Smart security is no longer a luxury upgrade—homeowners now expect it. When a client requests a keyless entry system, the first question is always, “How much will it cost?” CountBricks answers that question instantly with AI-driven estimates, live material pricing, and task-based labor rates pulled straight from the field. This 1,000-word guide explains every factor that affects keyless entry door lock installation cost so builders, remodelers, and specialty contractors can quote with confidence, win the job, and protect profit.
CountBricks data shows a typical installed cost between $285 and $615 per exterior door in most California residential settings. Budget units with Bluetooth-only connectivity land near the bottom of the range, while Wi-Fi enabled locks with hardened steel housings and reinforced jamb hardware push to the top. For historic homes or oversized entry doors, expect another 10-20 percent due to custom carpentry or finish adjustments.
• Hardware grade – ANSI Grade 2 residential locks are common, but high-security Grade 1 models add $60-$90 per unit
• Connectivity features – Wi-Fi, Z-Wave, or Zigbee radios raise lock costs by 25-35 percent compared to basic keypads
• Door prep – Mortising a new bore or enlarging a 1-3/8 in. hole to 2-1/8 in. can add 30 minutes of skilled labor
• Power supply – Battery-only units are quick; hard-wiring for constant power requires low-voltage electrical work and wall repair
• Integration – Linking the lock to a whole-home automation hub often involves programming fees or an HVAC/controls technician call-out
CountBricks pulls live pricing from our supplier network so your estimate always reflects today’s numbers, not last quarter’s catalog. On 6 June 2025, the median material package for a Grade 2 satin nickel Wi-Fi smart lock in San Diego was $198.40. That includes internal strike reinforcement, stainless steel fasteners, lithium batteries, and a low-profile door sensor.
1. Arrival, site protection, and lock removal – 0.5 hr
2. Door and jamb modification, test fits – 0.6 hr
3. Device install, firmware update, connectivity check – 0.7 hr
4. Client orientation and app training – 0.2 hr
Total crew time averages 2.0 labor-hours. At San Diego’s prevailing finish-carpenter rate of $90/hr, the labor line item lands near $180. CountBricks automatically adjusts rates to your region using our zip-coded database.
• Return visits to reconnect Wi-Fi after router upgrades
• Re-keying existing mechanical deadbolts when clients request a master code hierarchy
• Painting or staining after enlarging the bore hole
• Voice-to-estimate workflow – talk through scope on-site and watch a detailed cost sheet populate in seconds
• Automatic tax, markup, and permit fee logic built for each municipality
• Instant conversion from estimate to branded PDF proposal so a homeowner can sign before the excitement fades
1. Log in and open a new project
2. Tap “Voice Capture” and describe the door type, lock model, power source, and integration needs
3. CountBricks AI identifies tasks, materials, and correct regional labor rates
4. Review the line-item cost sheet, adjust markup, and hit “Save”
5. Convert to an on-the-spot quote or full invoice with one click
• Choose battery-only locks on secondary doors to avoid wiring expenses
• Group multiple door installs in one visit to spread trip fees
• Use CountBricks blueprint takeoffs to confirm door counts early and prevent change orders
• Reduced lock-out costs—no locksmith call fees
• Insurance discounts for smart security devices
• Higher resale value and curb appeal
Create your free contractor profile at CountBricks.com/services and start building AI-powered residential estimates that win jobs and protect profits.
A recent CountBricks client—a design-build firm specializing in coastal remodels—needed pricing for twelve Wi-Fi smart locks across a 5,400 sq ft home. Traditional spreadsheet methods took over two hours and still missed jamb reinforcement hardware. Using voice capture in CountBricks, the site supervisor walked the property and completed a detailed estimate in 22 minutes. Live material feeds flagged a supplier promotion that saved the homeowner $312. Because the quote looked professional and arrived before competitors, the firm closed the job the same afternoon.
• Stage locks by floor to minimize back-and-forth travel and cut labor 8-10 percent
• Pre-load firmware updates on a tablet to slash connectivity time per unit
• Offer a service bundle—smart lock plus video doorbell—for higher perceived value
• Use CountBricks.com/portfolio images in proposals to showcase past smart-home projects
• Add an optional annual battery-swap contract; 40 percent of homeowners accept
If you’re bidding residential projects that include keyless entry systems, stop guessing. Head to CountBricks.com/consultation, schedule a 15-minute demo, and see how AI-powered estimating elevates your professionalism while keeping every dollar accounted for.
