Not every deadbolt is built the same. A basic builder-grade bolt with a short strike plate screw is the weak point on a lot of front doors. WOW Locks installs deadbolts with reinforced strike plates across Austin, from Hyde Park bungalows with their original hardware to Domain-area condos where the builder hardware came standard. Installing a new deadbolt or doorknob is $90 for the work, hardware extra, before tax. You can bring your own lock or have one quoted on the call.
Deadbolt Installation Austin TX
Deadbolts installed right: Schlage and Kwikset. $90 for the work, hardware extra.
The Quick Answer
WOW Locks installs deadbolts in Austin, TX for $90 for the work, with the hardware extra and tax additional. A deadbolt with a top BHMA security rating and a reinforced strike plate resists forced entry better than a basic builder-grade bolt. You can supply your own lock or have one quoted on the call. Call (844) 969-5625.
The published rates on this page apply in every Texas market WOW Locks serves. This page is written for Austin; Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio detail is on the metro pages.
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Why Choose WOW Locks for Deadbolt Installation?
Strong Deadbolts
We install Schlage and Kwikset deadbolts, and can quote restricted-keyway options such as Medeco and Mul-T-Lock when the dispatcher can source them.
Full Door Prep
Boring and alignment are discussed on the call. Strike plate reinforcement is quoted on the call if you want it.
$90 for the Work
Published rate: $90 for a new deadbolt or doorknob, hardware extra. Add-ons are quoted on the phone before dispatch.
Local Technicians
WOW Locks has technicians based in Austin and in every Texas market we serve.
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Schlage B60N
- Single cylinder (key outside, thumb-turn inside)
A common residential deadbolt that accepts standard rekeying. Installation and alignment matter as much as the lock.
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Schlage B62N
- Double cylinder (key both sides)
Needs a key on both the inside and the outside. It can slow your exit in an emergency, so check your local building code first, especially on doors with glass.
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Medeco Maxum
- High-security deadbolt
- Restricted keyway (patented)
Built for key control: copies need authorization. A strong choice where key control matters.
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Mul-T-Lock MT5+
- High-security deadbolt
- Telescopic pin mechanism
- Restricted keyway (patented)
Restricted keyway with key control, used on homes and offices where copies must be authorized.
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Kwikset 980
- Deadbolt with SmartKey cylinder
The SmartKey cylinder can be rekeyed by the owner with the SmartKey tool, a good fit for landlords and property managers who rekey between tenants.
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August Smart Lock Pro
- Smart deadbolt retrofit
- Replaces the interior thumb-turn only
Keeps the existing deadbolt cylinder and adds smart features. Needs a mechanical deadbolt in good condition as the base hardware.
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Bungalow upgrade after a failed kick-in attempt
A cracked strike plate after a failed kick-in shows where the door gave first. A better deadbolt, a reinforced strike plate and longer screws into the framing fix that weak point. Installation is $90 for the work. Hardware and the reinforcement kit are quoted on the call.
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New condo with no deadbolt bore
A new-construction condo has a passage knob on the front door and no deadbolt bore. The technician drills the cylinder and latch bores, installs the deadbolt and tests it. If the door needs a new bore, the dispatcher tells you on the call whether it changes the $90.
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Rental turnover, deadbolt swap and rekey
A landlord swaps a worn big-box deadbolt before new tenants move in and rekeys to a new key set. A new deadbolt is $90 for the work, and rekeying is $30 per lock with a 3-lock minimum, before tax.
Base Rate
$90 for the work
- Deadbolt installation (existing bore hole) $90
Labor only. You supply the hardware, or we quote hardware on the call. Tax extra.
- Hardware supplied by WOW Locks Quoted on the call
When you want us to source the deadbolt
- After-Hours Service Quoted on the call before dispatch
Calls outside the standard service window
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- Deadbolt installation (new bore required) $90, new bore confirmed on the call
If your door has no bore, the dispatcher tells you on the call whether it changes the quote.
- Strike plate reinforcement Quoted on the call
A heavy-duty strike plate with long screws into the door framing. Worth adding to any exterior deadbolt.
- Smart deadbolt installation Custom quote
Custom quote after we see the door. Mechanical fit plus app setup and code programming. See the smart lock installation page.
| Service | Price | Includes |
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| Deadbolt installation (existing bore hole) | $90 | Labor only. You supply the hardware, or we quote hardware on the call. Tax extra. |
| Hardware supplied by WOW Locks | Quoted on the call | When you want us to source the deadbolt |
| After-Hours Service | Quoted on the call before dispatch | Calls outside the standard service window |
| Deadbolt installation (new bore required) | $90, new bore confirmed on the call | If your door has no bore, the dispatcher tells you on the call whether it changes the quote. |
| Strike plate reinforcement | Quoted on the call | A heavy-duty strike plate with long screws into the door framing. Worth adding to any exterior deadbolt. |
| Smart deadbolt installation | Custom quote | Custom quote after we see the door. Mechanical fit plus app setup and code programming. See the smart lock installation page. |
How We Save Your Day
The Hero Protocol
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Call with door type and lock preference
Tell us whether a bore hole already exists, which brand you prefer or whether you want a recommendation, and your address. The dispatcher quotes the work from the rate card.
- Step 2
Technician dispatched with hardware
The technician arrives with the agreed deadbolt in stock, or quotes sourcing it. Ask for an estimated arrival time on the call.
- Step 3
Installation and reinforcement
The deadbolt is installed, aligned and tested. A strike plate reinforcement is added if you want one, and the door is checked for smooth operation at full closure.
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Keys handed over and invoice reviewed
Keys are tested in the installed cylinder and the invoice is reviewed on site. Rekeying can be done on the same visit if you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does deadbolt installation cost in Austin?
Installing a new deadbolt or doorknob is $90 for the work, and the hardware is extra if WOW Locks supplies it. Tax is additional. You can use a lock you already own or ask for one to be quoted on the call.
What do BHMA ratings mean on a deadbolt?
BHMA certifies residential deadbolts with a letter for each of three categories: security, durability and finish. A is best, then B, then C. For an exterior door, look for an A in security. Some listings quote Grade 1 to 3 from other BHMA standards, where Grade 1 is highest.
What is the difference between a single and a double cylinder deadbolt?
A single cylinder deadbolt turns with a key outside and a thumb turn inside. A double cylinder needs a key on both sides, which can slow your exit in an emergency, so check your local building code first.
Do you supply the hardware, or do I?
Either. You can supply a deadbolt you bought, or WOW Locks can quote hardware on the call. Customer-supplied hardware means the quote covers the work only.
Why does the strike plate matter?
A kick-in often splits the door frame around the strike plate instead of breaking the lock. A reinforced strike plate with long screws into the framing makes a good deadbolt harder to defeat, and the technician can add one during the install.
Can I get a smart deadbolt installed in the same visit?
Yes. Smart deadbolt installation is a custom quote because it depends on the lock and the door. Tell the dispatcher the model you picked and describe the door, and the quote comes before dispatch. Ask how to send a photo.
Is WOW Locks licensed to do this work in Texas?
Yes. WOW Locks LLC holds Texas DPS (TOPS) license B10595301, which you can verify on the Texas DPS TOPS portal before anyone arrives. The company is also insured and bonded.
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Homes We Have Locked Down
Real reviews from real Texas neighbors.
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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.
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Nadine B.
Austin, TX
Thank you Jeremiah! Excellent service, timing and price. Very appreciated!
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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.
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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.
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