Updated October 2026. Prices below are the typical ranges Double Quick Locksmith charges across O‘ahu. Every job gets a written quote before work starts, and vehicle keys are priced by make, model and year.
“How much is this going to cost?” is the first thing almost everyone asks when they call us — usually while standing next to a locked car in a Waikīkī parking structure or outside a front door in Mānoa. The honest answer is that it depends on the lock, the vehicle, the time of day and how far we have to drive. But “it depends” is not helpful at 11 p.m., so this guide lays out the real numbers: what a lockout, a rekey, a new car key or a commercial rekey typically costs in Honolulu in 2026, what adds to the bill, and how to tell a fair quote from a bait-and-switch.
Key takeaways
- A house lockout in Honolulu runs $75–$119; a car lockout $100–$120; an office lockout $75–$150.
- Rekeying costs $49–$75 per lock at home and $75–$125 per lock for commercial doors.
- A replacement car key is $175–$195+ for a standard transponder key, $100–$250 to program a fob, and $245–$399+ for a smart/proximity key. European and luxury keys cost more because the key itself does.
- Expect a service-call fee from about $69 and an after-hours surcharge of $30–$120 at night, on weekends and holidays.
- Anyone advertising “$19 service” online is not quoting the job — they are quoting the doorbell. Get the full price in writing before the technician touches the lock.
Honolulu locksmith prices at a glance
| Service | Typical price in Honolulu |
|---|---|
| House lockout | $75 – $119 |
| High-security lock opening | $120 – $180 |
| Lock rekeying (residential) | $49 – $75 per lock |
| Lock installation | $100 – $350+ |
| Deadbolt installation | $95 – $250+ |
| Smart lock installation | $200 – $375 |
| Key duplication | $2 – $35 per key |
| Car lockout | $100 – $120 |
| Lost car key replacement (transponder) | $175 – $195+ |
| Key fob programming | $100 – $250 |
| Smart / proximity key programming | $245 – $399+ |
| Ignition repair or replacement | $200 – $350 |
| ECU programming or cloning | $345+ |
| Office lockout | $75 – $150 |
| Commercial rekeying | $75 – $125 per lock |
| High-security commercial lock installation | $200 – $350 |
| Access control systems | $150 – $400 per hour |
| Service-call fee | from $69 |
| Emergency / after-hours surcharge | +$30 – $120 |
Residential locksmith prices in Honolulu
A home lockout is the most common residential call we get, and in most cases it is also the cheapest: $75–$119 to open a standard knob or deadbolt without damage. Older single-wall homes in Kaimukī and Mānoa usually have Kwikset or Schlage hardware that opens quickly; high-security cylinders (Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, some condo-grade locks in Kaka‘ako high-rises) take longer and run $120–$180.
Rekeying — changing the pins so old keys stop working — is $49–$75 per lock and is almost always the right move after buying a home, changing tenants or losing a key. It is far cheaper than replacing hardware you already own. See our rekeying service for details.
New lock and deadbolt installation is $100–$350+ depending on the hardware, and whether the door needs to be bored or reinforced. Smart locks (Schlage Encode, Yale, August, keypad deadbolts) run $200–$375 installed; the spread is mostly the lock you choose. Key duplication is $2–$35 per key — the high end is for restricted or high-security blanks.
Automotive locksmith prices in Honolulu
Car work is where prices vary the most, because the key itself can cost anywhere from a few dollars to several hundred. A car lockout is straightforward: $100–$120, and we open it without damage. A lost-key replacement for a standard transponder key (most Toyota, Honda, Nissan and Ford models up to the mid-2010s) is $175–$195+ cut and programmed on-site, which is usually half of what a dealership charges once you add the tow.
Key fob programming — pairing a remote or replacement fob you already have — is $100–$250. A smart or proximity key (push-to-start) is $245–$399+ because the key is a small computer that must be coded to your car’s immobilizer. European and luxury vehicles (BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, Land Rover) sit at the top of that range or above it; the key hardware alone can be $200+. Ignition repair or replacement is $200–$350, and ECU programming or cloning starts at $345 — a specialty most Honolulu locksmiths do not offer, and often the difference between a repair and a $1,500 dealer module.
For a full breakdown by key type and make, read our car locksmith and key replacement price guide, or jump straight to car key replacement and ECU programming.
Commercial locksmith prices in Honolulu
An office lockout is $75–$150. Rekeying commercial doors is $75–$125 per lock, and the per-lock price drops on larger jobs — a property manager rekeying a whole floor after a tenant turnover pays less per door than a single storefront. High-security lock installation is $200–$350 per door, and access control and keyless entry work (keypads, fob readers, electric strikes) is billed at $150–$400 per hour plus hardware. Panic bars, master-key systems and restricted keyways are quoted after a site visit. See commercial locksmith services.
Extra fees that can change the bill
- Service-call fee — usually from $69. It covers the drive and the first look. Ask whether it is applied toward the work (ours is) or charged on top.
- Emergency and after-hours — add $30–$120 for nights, weekends and holidays. We are open 24/7; the surcharge reflects the hour, not the job.
- Travel surcharge — a trip fee may apply well outside the usual service area, for example the far North Shore or Mākaha. Within urban Honolulu there is no travel fee.
- Parts and programming — a smart key, a new deadbolt or a replacement ignition is a real part with a real cost. A written quote separates labor from parts so you can see both.
What determines the final price
The lock. A standard pin-tumbler lock takes minutes; a high-security, restricted-key or electronic lock takes longer and may need special tools. A damaged or misaligned lock can turn an “open” into a “repair.”
The vehicle. Make, model, year and key technology drive automotive pricing more than anything else. A 2008 Corolla key and a 2022 Lexus smart key are different jobs with different parts.
Time and access. Night calls, a car on the fifth level of a parking structure, a gated community in ‘Ewa Gentry — all add minutes, and minutes are the real unit of a locksmith’s price.
Quantity. Rekeying six locks costs less per lock than rekeying one. If you have several doors, say so when you call.
Locksmith vs. dealership for car keys
For most lost-key situations a mobile locksmith is cheaper and faster than the dealer: no tow, no two-day wait for a key to be ordered, same-day programming at your location. The dealership makes sense mainly for a handful of very new models whose security systems are not yet open to independent tools. Call us first — if your car is one of those exceptions we will tell you.
How to avoid overpaying (and the “$19 locksmith” trap)
Honolulu has its share of lead-generation sites that advertise “$15–$19 service” and dispatch a subcontractor who arrives in an unmarked car, drills your lock and hands you a $300 cash-only bill. The warning signs are consistent: a price that is far below everyone else’s, no local address, no business name on the vehicle, a refusal to quote the full job before starting, and drilling as the first option rather than the last. Protect yourself by asking for the complete price in writing, checking that the company has a Hawai‘i GE license and insurance, and reading recent Google reviews that mention a real neighborhood. Our FAQ page covers what to ask before you book.
How Double Quick prices a job
We quote before we start, in writing, with labor and parts shown separately. We are licensed in Hawai‘i (GE-211-216-1280-01), insured by Thimble for $1,000,000, NASTF-registered for vehicle security work, and family-owned in Kaimukī since 2021. Every key we make is covered by a 30-day guarantee. Call or text (808) 758-4599 for a quote — typical arrival anywhere in urban Honolulu is 20–30 minutes, 24 hours a day.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a locksmith cost to unlock a house in Honolulu?
$75–$119 for a standard lock during the day, plus the after-hours surcharge at night. High-security locks are $120–$180.
How much does a locksmith charge to unlock a car?
$100–$120 for a non-destructive car opening. That price is the same for most makes; what changes is the surcharge for nights and weekends.
Is it cheaper to rekey or replace my locks?
Rekeying ($49–$75 per lock) is almost always cheaper if the hardware is in good condition. Replace the lock when it is worn, damaged or you want an upgrade such as a smart lock.
Do you charge a trip fee?
A service-call fee from $69 covers the drive and first look; depending on location and manager approval it may be credited toward the work. There is no additional travel fee inside urban Honolulu; a surcharge may apply for distant parts of the island.