Smart Lock Installation

Smart lock installation starts from $150 for labor (lock not included) or $250-400 with the lock. Locksmith Auto installs and configures smart locks from Schlage, Yale, Kwikset, August, and Level. Keypad, fingerprint, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Z-Wave. We set it all up.

No more physical keys. You unlock with a code, fingerprint, phone app, or voice assistant. This makes life easier for Airbnb hosts who swap access codes between guests, families with kids who lose keys constantly, homeowners who need to let in dog walkers or cleaners on a schedule, and honestly anyone who's tired of carrying house keys around.

Four main categories. Keypad deadbolts ($150-250 installed) use a numeric code with no phone or WiFi needed. Battery-powered and the most reliable option. WiFi-enabled deadbolts ($200-350 installed) connect to your home network so you can lock and unlock remotely through an app. Bluetooth locks ($180-280 installed) auto-unlock when your phone is nearby but range is limited. Fingerprint locks ($250-400 installed) use a biometric reader. No key, no code, just your thumb.

Installation depends on what your door already has. Standard deadbolt bore (2-1/8 inch)? Most smart locks drop right in as a direct swap. That takes 20-30 minutes. Need a new bore drilled? Add 15-20 minutes. Locksmith Auto handles the physical install, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth pairing, app setup, user code programming, and we walk you through everything before we leave.

Questions we get a lot. Battery life runs 6-12 months on 4 AA batteries. Most models send you an app alert when they're getting low. If the batteries die completely, every smart lock has a physical key backup or an external battery terminal for emergency power. WiFi locks use bank-grade AES-128 or AES-256 encryption. They're harder to hack than they are to pick. The weak point is usually your WiFi password, not the lock.

Our top picks. Schlage Encode Plus for Apple HomeKit users ($280-350 installed). Yale Assure Lock 2 for multi-platform compatibility ($250-320 installed). Kwikset Halo if you want WiFi on a budget ($200-270 installed). Every installation includes mounting, electronic setup, code programming, app configuration, and a 90-day warranty.