Home locks
Residential rekeying
Change which keys work in a suitable existing lock.
- First lock
- $195
- Each additional lock
- $55
We will check the lock type and confirm the work before starting.
Lock rekeyingStraight answers about cost
Locksmith pricing
See guide prices for common lock and key jobs. Tell us what has happened, and we will explain the likely work, call-out fee and expected cost before we begin.
How your price is confirmed
- 1Tell us about the jobShare your suburb and the lock, door or vehicle details.
- 2We check what is neededPhotos or an inspection can help us give a more accurate quote.
- 3Know the cost firstWe confirm the expected price and whether a call-out fee applies before work starts.
Guide prices
Common locksmith jobs
These are the prices currently published by Portside. “From” means the final amount may be higher depending on the work. Parts and call-out fees may be additional where stated. We will explain what applies to your job.
Urgent help
Lockouts and after-hours work
Call with your location and what has happened.
- Daytime lockoutThe price may vary where more than one lock is involved.
- From $185
- After-hours lockoutThe price may vary where more than one lock is involved.
- From $240
- After-hours unlocks and emergency maintenance
- From $240
Available seven days, with after-hours call-outs subject to availability.
House lockouts & lost keysVehicle keys
Automotive guide prices
Tell us the make, model, year and whether you still have a working key. We will check what your vehicle needs before quoting.
- Spare car keysWhen you still have a working key.
- From $195
- All keys lost
- From $400
- Vehicle unlockingKeys locked inside. Depends on the vehicle.
- $195 to $400
The key system and vehicle details affect the final price. Availability and suitability are checked before booking.
Explore automotive servicesOther work
Lock replacement and installation
Some jobs depend on the hardware and site. We will ask for the details needed to recommend the right work.
- Minimum call-out and labourPlus parts. We generally need photos of the lock to quote.
- $195
The lock, door and required parts affect the final quote.
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Is a call-out fee included?
Ask us to confirm the full expected cost for your job, including whether a call-out fee and parts are additional. The published figures alone do not establish a total price.
Commercial and smart locks
Pricing depends on the existing hardware, property needs and products selected. Tell us about the door or site, and we will explain the next step.
Know what applies
Call-out fees
Confirm with the team whether the call-out fee is included in a quoted job price or charged separately.
Call-out fees
- Daytime call-out
- $100
- After-hours call-out
- $220
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For a clear quote, send the right details.
- For home or business jobs: your suburb, a photo of the lock and door, and what is going wrong.
- For car keys: the make, model, year and whether you have a working key.
- Some jobs need an on-site inspection.
Get a price for your job
Tell us what you need help with
Call Portside and we will talk through the job, confirm availability and explain the expected price before any work begins.
Available seven days · After-hours help subject to availability
Before you book
Pricing questions
We will confirm the details for your job directly.
Will I know the price before work starts?+
Yes. We will explain the expected work and cost first. Photos or an inspection may be needed to confirm the parts and labour required.
Is the call-out fee included in the listed price?+
It depends on the job and the quote. Ask us to confirm whether the call-out fee is included or additional before booking.
Can you quote for a smart lock or commercial job?+
Yes. Tell us about the door, the existing hardware and what you need the lock to do. We will check suitable options and explain the cost.