Locksmith Prices in Houston, TX
Express Locksmith publishes locksmith prices in Houston, TX so customers can understand common starting costs before authorizing work. The final amount depends on the service, lock or key type, hardware condition, required parts, time of day, and complexity of the job.
Review the current ranges below, then call with your location and a description of the problem. We will explain the most likely price range and what could change it before a technician begins authorized work.
What Affects Locksmith Cost?
- Type of work: Lockouts, rekeying, replacement hardware, key cutting, programming, and ignition work require different labor and equipment
- Time and urgency: Evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency calls may cost more
- Lock or key type: Commercial, high-security, smart, transponder, and specialty systems can require additional tools or parts
- Condition: Broken, seized, damaged, or previously modified hardware may increase the work required
- Quantity: Multiple locks, cylinders, doors, keys, or fobs affect the total
- Vehicle details: Year, make, model, immobilizer, and whether any working key remains can change automotive pricing
For urgent lockouts, contact our emergency locksmith in Houston. For vehicle keys, ignitions, and lockouts, review our automotive locksmith options.
The Federal Trade Commission recommends confirming the company, asking about charges, and being cautious of unusually low quotes. Review its guidance on avoiding locksmith scams.
How to Get a More Accurate Quote
Provide as much information as possible when you call. Photos of the lock, key, door, or vehicle can help when available.
- Your exact Houston location
- Whether the call involves a home, business, or vehicle
- The lock, key, door, or vehicle problem
- Vehicle year, make, model, VIN, and whether a working key remains
- The number of locks, cylinders, doors, keys, or fobs involved
- Whether hardware is damaged, seized, drilled, or previously modified
- Whether the request is scheduled or urgent
The ranges below cover many common commercial, residential, and automotive calls. Final pricing depends on the exact lock, key, hardware condition, parts, timing, and work required.
Commercial Pricing
$150-350 (Evening, Weekends, Holiday)
(2 core minimum)
Residential Pricing
$150-250 (Evening, Weekends, Holiday)
(up to 5 cores)
Vehicle Lockouts
| M-F, 8-8 | (Evening, Weekends, Holiday) | |
|---|---|---|
| Small Cars | $85 | $120 |
| Midsize Cars | $145 | $180 |
| BMW/Mercedes/18 Wheeler | $145 | $180 |
All prices are estimates. Final pricing may vary based on specific requirements and complexity.
Additional Vehicle Services
Common starting prices for compatible vehicle keys
- Ignition Re-key or Combination Change $180-550
- Broken Car Key Extraction $70-170
- Car Key Duplicate + Programming (Non-Smart or Prox Keys Only) $85-160
- Motorcycle Key Making (on site) $169-350
Which Locksmith Option Fits Your Situation?
- Locked out: Call for entry assistance before assuming the lock must be replaced.
- Lost or unreturned keys: Our lock change and rekey options can help restore access control.
- Moving into a home: A residential locksmith can inspect and rekey compatible locks.
- Managing multiple business doors: A master key system may simplify access.
- Lost or damaged vehicle remote: Review our key fob replacement information.
Auto Key Making (on site)
Transponder Key Prices
| Acura | Starting at $169 |
| Buick | Starting at $169 |
| Cadillac | Starting at $169 |
| Chevy/ GMC | Starting at $169 |
| Chrysler/ Dodge/ Jeep | Starting at $169 |
| Ford | Starting at $169 |
| Honda | Starting at $169 |
| Hummer | Starting at $169 |
| Hyundai | Starting at $169 |
| Infiniti | Starting at $169 |
| Kia | Starting at $169 |
| Lexus/ Scion | Starting at $169 |
| Lincoln | Starting at $169 |
| Mazda | Starting at $169 |
| Mercury | Starting at $169 |
| Mitsubishi | Starting at $169 |
| Nissan | Starting at $169 |
| Oldsmobile | Starting at $169 |
| Pontiac | Starting at $169 |
| Saturn | Starting at $169 |
| Toyota | Starting at $169 |
Remote Key Fob Prices
| Acura | Starting at $220 |
| Buick | Starting at $220 |
| Cadillac | Starting at $220 |
| Chevy/ GMC | Starting at $220 |
| Chrysler/ Dodge/ Jeep | Starting at $220 |
| Ford | Starting at $220 |
| Honda | Starting at $220 |
| Hummer | Starting at $220 |
| Hyundai | Starting at $220 |
| Infiniti | Starting at $220 |
| Kia | Starting at $220 |
| Lexus/ Scion | Starting at $220 |
| Lincoln | Starting at $220 |
| Mazda | Starting at $220 |
| Mercury | Starting at $220 |
| Mitsubishi | Starting at $220 |
| Nissan | Starting at $220 |
| Oldsmobile | Please Call |
| Pontiac | Starting at $220 |
| Saturn | Starting at $220 |
| Toyota | Starting at $220 |
Smart Prox Key Prices
| Acura | Starting at $200 |
| Buick | Starting at $200 |
| Cadillac | Starting at $200 |
| Chevy/ GMC | Starting at $200 |
| Chrysler/ Dodge/ Jeep | Starting at $200 |
| Ford | Starting at $200 |
| Honda | Starting at $200 |
| Hummer | Please Call |
| Hyundai | Starting at $200 |
| Infiniti | Starting at $200 |
| Kia | Starting at $200 |
| Lexus/ Scion | Starting at $250 |
| Lincoln | Starting at $200 |
| Mazda | Starting at $200 |
| Mercury | Starting at $200 |
| Mitsubishi | Starting at $240 |
| Nissan | Starting at $200 |
| Oldsmobile | Please Call |
| Pontiac | Starting at $250 |
| Saturn | Starting at $200 |
| Toyota | Starting at $250 |
BMW, Mercedes, Land Rover, Porsche, Maserati, Jaguar, Audi, VW, Mini Cooper, Fiat, Genesis, Isuzu, Smart, Saab, Subaru or anything else not listed above, please call for prices. These prices cover most cars before 2018. Newer car models may require a telephone quote before we provide service.
Sometimes when you buy a car used, the previous owner may have changed or rekeyed the ignition or door locks and they will not match manufacturer VIN data. In that case, the price can vary and will be determined on site after inspection.
Helpful Cost Guides
Door Unlocking Cost
See what can affect the cost of opening a locked residential or commercial door.
Car Lockout Cost
Learn why vehicle type, timing, and the lockout situation can change the price.
Rekey or Replace?
Compare the cost considerations when deciding whether to retain or replace lock hardware.
Locksmith Pricing FAQs
Why do locksmith prices vary?
Are the prices shown guaranteed?
What should I ask before a locksmith is dispatched?
Is rekeying cheaper than replacing locks?
Why can car key pricing vary by vehicle?
Do evening and weekend calls cost more?
How can I avoid bait-and-switch pricing?
Request Locksmith Pricing
Describe the lock, key, door, property, or vehicle problem and include your Houston location. Express Locksmith is available 24 hours a day for eligible residential, commercial, and automotive calls.
Call 832-690-1640 for current availability and pricing information.