Real numbers, posted in public. The price quoted on the phone is the price on the invoice. No bait-and-switch. Every add-on fee disclosed before dispatch.
The reason flat rates exist is simple. Many locksmith ads in Austin run a $19 hook price, dispatch an unlicensed subcontractor, and the bill on site lands at $300 or more. That is the documented bait-and-switch pattern the FTC has warned consumers about for years. WOW Locks LLC was built to be the opposite of that. Every charge is published. Every add-on fee, after-hours, distance, vehicle type, is disclosed on the phone before we dispatch. Our Texas DPS license number, #B10595301, is on every truck and every page. The dispatcher quotes you a complete number that already includes any add-on fees that apply to your specific job. The number you hear on the phone is the number you pay when the work is finished. That is the entire promise, and the rest of this page shows exactly what those numbers are.
Same price 24/7. Same price across every Austin ZIP code we cover.
This Is Your Invoice. Flat Rate. No Hidden Fees.
| Service | Flat Rate |
|---|---|
| Car Lockout | $89 |
| Home or Business Lockout | $109 |
| Residential Rekey (per lock) | $30 |
| Commercial Rekey (per lock) | $45 |
| New Deadbolt or Doorknob | $90 |
| Car Key Replacement (base fee) | $120 |
| Master Key System | Custom quote |
| Access Control Installation | Custom quote |
| Smart Lock Installation | Custom quote |
| Safe Opening | Custom quote |
All rates are flat base prices and exclude tax. Texas sales tax applies on every service. Add-on fees (after-hours, distance, vehicle type) are listed in the next section and disclosed on the phone before we dispatch. License #B10595301. Open 24/7.
$120 base fee plus a per-key-type charge. Every type is published below. The dispatcher will confirm your make, model, and key type and quote the full number on the phone.
| Key Type | Add to Base $120 |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Key | $60 |
| Transponder Key | $60 |
| Remote Only | $60 |
| Keyless Entry Remote | $70 |
| Remote Head Key | $100 |
| Push-to-Start Fob | $100 to $300 |
| VIN Run | $40 |
Example: a transponder key for a 2018 Honda Civic is $120 base + $60 transponder = $180 plus tax. A push-to-start fob for a 2022 Lexus is $120 base + $200 PTS fob (mid-range) = $320 plus tax. The dispatcher quotes the exact number.
These are the only extra fees we charge, and every one of them is quoted on the phone before we dispatch. There is no fee on this page that you will not hear about during the call.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| After-Hours Service | $40 |
| Extra Distance | $40 |
| Drill or Cut Lock | $40 |
| Multiple Locks | $40 each |
| Newer Model Vehicle | $60 |
| Sport or Luxury Vehicle | $60 |
| Additional Key Copy | $6 each |
| No-Show Fee | $45 |
We publish the no-show fee because we want it to be known up front. It is only charged when our technician has driven out and the customer is unreachable for 15 minutes, or the job is no longer needed once we arrive. We do not invent reasons to charge it.
Side-by-side: our flat rate, the typical Austin range, and the bait-and-switch trap.
Exactly that. Every time. Day or night.
common arrival fees and after-hours extras stack on top
often $300 or more once on site
Exactly that. Every time. Day or night.
extras for SUVs, after-hours, weekends
commonly $250 or more once on site
Exactly that. Every time. Day or night.
plus per-call service charge in many cases
frequently $400 or more for a full house
Exactly that. Every time. Day or night.
transponder programming often billed separately
often $500 or more once the key is cut
| Service | WOW Locks Flat Rate | Industry Range | Bait-and-Switch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home or Business Lockout | $109 exactly that, every time, day or night | $89 to $250 common arrival fees and after-hours extras stack on top | $19 ad often $300 or more once on site |
| Car Lockout | $89 exactly that, every time, day or night | $70 to $200 extras for SUVs, after-hours, weekends | $15 ad commonly $250 or more once on site |
| Residential Rekey (per lock) | $30 exactly that, every time, day or night | $50 to $150 plus per-call service charge in many cases | $29 ad frequently $400 or more for a full house |
| Car Key Replacement | $120 + key type exactly that, every time, day or night | $150 to $400 transponder programming often billed separately | $89 ad often $500 or more once the key is cut |
The bait-and-switch column reflects the documented locksmith fraud pattern that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission has issued consumer alerts about. If a quote on arrival differs from the quote on the phone, you are dealing with that pattern.
Flat-rate pricing is only possible if the company underneath it is actually run honestly. WOW Locks is licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety under #B10595301, fully bonded, and fully insured. Every technician on a call is a W-2 employee of the company, not a gig contractor pulled off Craigslist who needs to invent fees to pay their own dispatcher.
Our trucks are uniform, our equipment is paid for, and our pinning kits, key-cutting machines, and transponder programmers were bought once and amortized across thousands of calls. We do not need to sell you a $400 lockout to cover a tool we do not actually own. We do not need to add a "service fee" because we did not budget the gas to drive to your address. The flat rate works because the operation works. It is the whole reason the company exists.
Flat-rate honesty cuts both ways. A few things genuinely sit outside the service price, and we want you to know them up front, on the phone, before we drive out:
That is the honest disclosure a bait-and-switch operator will not make. Every part above is itemized on the phone before we dispatch.
Real reviews from real Texas neighbors.
Christian L.
Austin, TX
Exceptional customer service! I found myself in an embarrassing/unfortunate situation in which I was locked out of both my vehicle AND my home. Miguel responded quickly and in the short time frame of his commute over to my home, a fellow neighbor was able to help me get back in. Even after I let Miguel know, he still stopped by to make sure everything was good. That alone speaks to the level of care this team brings.
Nadine B.
Austin, TX
Thank you Jeremiah! Excellent service, timing and price. Very appreciated!
Mario A.
Austin, TX
Miguel came incredibly quickly to our help and he even helped us get into our locked car within minutes. I cannot recommend them enough. Great service and Miguel was more than polite.
Timothy H.
Austin, TX
I called for a locked bedroom door, they responded within 5 minutes, they came out had the door open in under 2 minutes, payment was easy and simple. 20/10 would recommend again.
R. Garcia
Austin, TX
Nice young man came to unlock our Toyota Camry. He arrived around 20 to 30 minutes. No joke he literally did not take more than 3 minutes to unlock the car. Really recommend. He beat all the prices the others were charging us.
Karla C.
Austin, TX
Great service! The locksmith arrived on time, was very professional, and fixed my issue quickly. Fair pricing and excellent work. Highly recommend Miguel.
Vivian G.
Austin, TX
After a horrible experience with another locksmith, I was FINALLY and professionally ASSISTED with what we needed. Miguel and the WOW Locks team turned things around for us. Being on time, respectful, and fair on price made all the difference.
Michelle S.
Austin, TX
UPDATE 12/1/25: Miguel, the technician, reached out to me directly to apologize for our earlier interaction and offered to take another look at my car key issue. I was so impressed by his follow-through and the team made everything right.
Koren S.
Austin, TX
Terrific service. I locked myself out of the house on a Friday night. After reaching out to them, they gave a reasonable quote and a good quick ETA. The responding technician showed up within about 25 min and got me in without any damages or hidden fees. I would definitely recommend them.
Denis C.
Austin, TX
Communication was clear, showed up on my schedule, price was upfront and clear, new car fob works perfectly.
Steve L.
Austin, TX
We needed three cabinets opened. It was a Thursday and the large company we usually use could not get out until the following Thursday. Wow came out the next day. The cabinets had to be rekeyed and they came out right away when the keys arrived.
Timothy L.
Canyon Lake, TX
Got us in easy. Quick callback. Way out in Canyon Lake but it did not take long. Wife saver.
Adnan A.
Austin, TX
I was locked out of my home the second day of New Year. Called many locksmiths but they were not about giving any type of deals or offering any discounts. He came through for us. Met me at my home when we agreed upon and within 10 minutes I was sitting on my couch sipping on coffee. I would highly recommend his services. And if needed will call him without hesitation.
Jodi H.
Austin, TX
Super fast service. He was here within 20 minutes and had us back in the house within another 20. JP really came through and saved the day.
Ana R.
Austin, TX
Very good communication, helpful and reasonable pricing. They are very professional. I can recommend their services.
Alex P.
Austin, TX
Requested service late and work was completed next day. Matt was excellent! Would use again.
Cameron M.
Austin, TX
After looking for a couple days I figured my keys had to be locked in my car or lost. I explained my situation to Zach who was very understanding. He unlocked my locked car for me and helped look for the keys. Once we were not able to find them he reassured me, helped me get the best deal possible, and was even able to get new keys made for me the same night. I am very grateful for not only his work but how understanding and courteous he is.
Clay K.
Austin, TX
Locked myself out, but had my cell phone. Called one company and they wanted $150. I called Wow and they said $95, so I agreed. 45 minutes later my locksmith came by and picked my lock in less than 5 minutes. Scary how fast a good locksmith can get into almost anything. Nice young gentleman, simple payment, and now I have a secret key so I do not do something stupid like this again.
Lindsey L.
Austin, TX
Zack was very helpful and understanding of my situation. Great customer service. Would recommend!
Jaxx B.
Austin, TX
Service was fast and professional. I would recommend it. Super friendly. Always quick to respond.
Pollyanna H.
Austin, TX
They were very quick to respond and accommodating.
Claire M.
Austin, TX
Rudy came out quickly in the pouring rain and saved the day by getting access to my car where I had locked the keys inside. Being stranded with a toddler was not a fun way to start the weekend but he got us back on track. Response time was very quick and communication was excellent. Thank you Rudy and thank you to WOW Locks!
Cameron C.
Austin, TX
JP did a great job and came very fast! Low prices and friendly service. Thank you JP.
Blair K.
Austin, TX
JP was great! Transparent about the time he was getting here and was able to unlock the door super fast. Took about two minutes and informed us on measures to keep our home safer.
Angelo D.
Austin, TX
JP came through on a moments notice and in a timely manner. Was very professional and quick with his work. Reasonable with prices too. Definitely recommend these guys if you are in a pinch.
Bernice W.
Austin, TX
Jay P was a WONDERFUL locksmith. He came on time as stated. He did what he was supposed to in a timely manner. He was very patient and had good manners. He was professional and friendly.
The answers Austin homeowners and drivers actually search for.
A licensed Austin locksmith should cost between $30 for a single residential lock rekey and roughly $420 for a high-end push-to-start car key replacement. At WOW Locks, a car lockout is $89, a home lockout is $109, residential rekey is $30 per lock (3-lock minimum), and car key replacement starts at $120 base plus a per-key-type charge. Tax is additional, and a small set of disclosed add-on fees (after-hours, distance, vehicle type) is quoted on the phone before dispatch. Anything advertised in Austin at "starting at $19" is almost always a bait-and-switch operator. Our license is #B10595301.
Hourly billing rewards a slow technician. Flat rates do the opposite. You know the full cost before we drive out. There is no meter running while we work, no "diagnostic time" tacked on, and no incentive to stretch a 20 minute job into 90 minutes. You get one number on the phone, and that is the number on the receipt.
We charge a published $40 after-hours fee on calls outside our standard service window, and a published $40 extra-distance fee on calls beyond our standard Austin service area. Both fees are quoted on the phone with the rest of the price before we dispatch. There is no hidden "arrival fee" added at the door, no "diagnostic charge" before we look at the lock, and no surprise once the technician arrives. The complete add-on fee list is published on this page in the Disclosed Add-On Fees section.
Car key replacement is a $120 base fee plus a per-key-type charge. A mechanical key adds $60. A transponder adds $60. A remote-only adds $60. A keyless entry remote adds $70. A remote-head key adds $100. A push-to-start fob is $100 to $300 depending on make and model. Programming is included in the per-key-type charge, not billed separately the way many Austin shops do. The dispatcher confirms your make, model, and key type on the phone and quotes the full number before we drive out.
It does not. The phone quote is the contract. The only thing that ever changes the price is the customer changing the job. If you ask for an extra lock rekeyed while we are already there, the additional lock is added at the published per-lock rate from the Posted Rates table. If you decide you want a smart lock installed too, we re-quote that piece on the spot before any new work begins. We never increase a quoted line on you mid-job, and the technician will confirm the full job and the exact price with you on arrival before starting work.
Yes. WOW Locks LLC holds Texas DPS Locksmith License #B10595301. The state of Texas requires every locksmith company and every individual technician to be licensed by the Department of Public Safety. Many of the operators running $19 lockout ads on Google are unlicensed contractors operating under shell brand names. Always ask for a license number before a locksmith works on your lock.
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