How Much Does It Cost to Install a Keyless Door Lock?

By Team HomeServe

July 02, 2023

Imagine this very likely scenario: You left the house keys sitting on the counter, and now you're locked out of the house. It's raining, the kids are complaining about getting wet and — of course — the hidden spare key is gone because nobody put it back after the last lockout.

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Getting locked out is an all-too-common occurrence that pretty much everyone can relate to. However, there's a way to avoid this stressor altogether: a keyless lock that eliminates the need for a key at all. All it takes to unlock the front door is a code or, depending on the lock, a smartphone. And luckily, they don't cost much more than traditional deadbolts.

How Much Does It Cost to Install a Keyless Door Lock?

The average cost to install a keyless lock depends on the type installed and whether you install it yourself or pay a professional to do it for you. The average price to have a keyless door lock professionally installed is $310 (CAD 421). This includes the price of the keyless lock and labor.

For the do-it-yourselfer, the cost is lower since there are no labor charges. All that's needed in many cases is the lock, a screwdriver and time.

How Much Is the Unit Itself?

Keyless locks range in price from $50 to $400 (CAD 68 to CAD 543), depending on the type of lock and the features involved. Keypad locks, the most popular units, start at about $50 (CAD 68). All other types of keyless locks, including Wi-Fi, RFID, Bluetooth, biometric and Z-wave units, range in price from $85 to $325 (CAD 115 to CAD 441). Keyless locks vary in price based on the number of features included.

How Do the Costs Compare Among the Different Types of Keyless Locks?

The most common type of keyless lock is a keypad lock, which costs between $50 and $400 (CAD 68 and CAD 543). With this type of lock, the homeowner chooses a four-digit code that's used to open the lock. An RFID lock system uses a keycard, similar to the locks in hotel rooms. These cost between $100 and $300 (CAD 136 and CAD 407). Wi-Fi locks can be unlocked using a phone app as long it has access to Wi-Fi. Expect to pay between $200 and $300 (CAD 271 and CAD 407).

Bluetooth locks cost between $135 and $225 (CAD 183 and CAD 305), and they can also be unlocked using a phone app. However, they're limited to a range of about 40 feet. Biometric locks use a combination of fingerprint and PIN numbers and cost between $85 and $250 (CAD 115 and CAD 339). Z-Wave locks, ranging in price from $175 to $325 (CAD 237 to CAD 441), connect to a hub that lets the homeowner control the lock from a smartphone or computer.

Professional Installation vs. DIY

It costs about $175 to $450 (CAD 237 to CAD 610) for professional installation of a keyless lock. This includes the cost of the unit itself and labor costs. The price could increase if a new door needs to be installed. Further costs include changing the doorknob.

A do-it-yourself installation is less expensive as it only includes the cost of the keyless lock. It saves money, but you’ll have to handle the process and any unforeseen difficulties that may arise. When using a professional, the cost is higher, but you can rest assured that everything is taken care of.

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How Does the Cost of a Keyless Lock Compare to a Conventional Lock?

Whether you install a keyless lock or a conventional lock, both can provide you with home security. The decision comes down to a matter of cost and convenience.

In general, the cost of installing a keyless lock is higher than that of installing a conventional lock. According to Homewyse, a keyless lock professionally installed costs between $183 and $386 (CAD 248 and CAD 523), while it costs between $137 and $215 (CAD 186 and CAD 291) to have a conventional lock professionally installed.

Is a Keyless Lock Worth It?

For the most part, keyless locks are more expensive than conventional locks. If convenience is the priority, keyless locks are worth the extra money. They're much easier to use since the door can be unlocked with a code entry or by simply using a smartphone — no more looking around for a key.

One thing to keep in mind, though, is the possibility of power outages. Since some keyless locks work with Wi-Fi, a power outage can render them inoperative. In that case, nothing beats a good old-fashioned key-controlled deadbolt lock.

All CAD conversions are based on the exchange rate on the date of publication.

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