Professional Locksmith Service Quotation

What a good one includes

• Specific manufacturer brand names, model numbers, and finishes for all locks, cylinders, or deadbolts to justify the material costs.
• A clear breakdown of labor charges, including hourly rates or flat-fee pricing for specific tasks like fresh door prep or cylinder pinning.
• A clearly defined service call or dispatch fee that covers travel time and initial on-site diagnostics.
• The exact number of physical keys, master keys, or digital access credentials included in the base price, along with the cost for duplicates.
• A statement regarding door conditions, assuming existing frames and doors are structurally sound and ready for standard installation.
• Explicit terms covering your workmanship warranty and the manufacturer’s warranty on the installed hardware.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Lumping high-security hardware under generic terms like "standard lock," which prevents the client from understanding the quality they are paying for.
• Failing to state emergency, after-hours, or mileage surcharges upfront, leading to billing disputes once the job is completed.
• Forgetting to specify that retrofitting older, damaged, or non-standard doors may incur additional labor costs beyond the initial estimate.
• Leaving the quote open-ended without an expiration date, forcing you to honor outdated hardware prices months down the line.

Frequently asked questions