Price guide · Locksmith
2026 Cost of Locksmith Services
A locksmith call-out costs R295 to R890, to come out, going by the prices five locksmiths publish (checked November 2026).
Cut while you wait, keys cut cost R35 to R120 per key (Johannesburg and Cape Town).
Quotes in East Rand, Johannesburg, Pretoria, West Rand and 2 more areas
Prices checked November 2026
A locksmith call-out: every checked price
As 11 South African businesses publish them. Not quotes: every pro sets their own price. How we check prices
| Type and size | Price | Where, and who publishes it |
|---|---|---|
| Call-outs and lockouts | ||
| Attendance charge; work and parts quoted separately | R295 | Pretoria · Locksmith On The Go |
| Local attendance charge; included labour not specified | R580 | Ballito · The Locksmith Co. |
| Additional call-out for lost-car-key replacement | R650 | Hartbeespoort · Open Now Locksmith |
| Office hours | R690 | Gauteng · Rosebank Locksmiths |
| Parktown emergency access response; property type not specified | From R750 | Johannesburg · Linden Locksmith |
| After hours | R890 | Gauteng · Rosebank Locksmiths |
| Car keys and car openings | ||
| Vehicle opening, starting price | From R550 | Gauteng · Prime Lock |
| All keys lost: replacement blade cut and new transponder programmed; call-out charged separately | From R550 | Hartbeespoort · Open Now Locksmith |
| Replacement car key without a transponder chip | R935 to R2,200 | Gauteng · Prime Lock |
| Transponder replacement key; examples include Toyota Corolla, VW Polo Vivo and Ford Fiesta; approximate range | R1,200 to R2,500 | Gauteng · Northriding Mobile Locksmith |
| Toyota Corolla transponder replacement key; business's estimated price | R1,500 to R2,500 | Gauteng · Northriding Mobile Locksmith |
| Replacement vehicle key including remote and programming | R1,650 to R2,750 | Gauteng · Prime Lock |
| Remote flip replacement key; examples include VW Polo and Ford Ranger; approximate range | R1,800 to R3,500 | Gauteng · Northriding Mobile Locksmith |
| Smart key or remote replacement including programming; business's approximate local range | R1,800 to R4,000 | Port Elizabeth · GetKeys Auto Locksmith |
| Car key coding with a new remote | R2,530 to R4,950 | Gauteng · Prime Lock |
| Ford Mustang pre-owned OEM-compatible key supplied and programmed; vehicle required; compatibility must be confirmed | R4,500 | Johannesburg · Coyote Auto |
| Locks, safes and hourly rates | ||
| 3-lever mortise lock | R250 | Gauteng · Rosebank Locksmiths |
| Euro profile cylinder | R320 | Gauteng · Rosebank Locksmiths |
| Office hours | R350 | Gauteng · Rosebank Locksmiths |
| After hours | R490 | Gauteng · Rosebank Locksmiths |
| Parktown replacement service; hardware specification not stated | From R500 | Johannesburg · Linden Locksmith |
| Domestic safe opened without destructive entry | R1,200 to R3,500 | Cape Town · Cape Town Locksmiths |
Keys cut
| Part | Price range |
|---|---|
| Keys cut2 prices from two businesses | R35 to R120 |
Each price as its business published it, checked November 2026. A price over 12 months old comes off this page.
Locksmiths near you
2 locksmiths take requests here. Pick your area to see who covers it.
Who gives you the price
Your request goes to one that covers your area, not both, so you get one call, not a string of them.
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Palace Locksmith
Covers East Rand, Joburg South / Alberton and 2 more areas
5.0 / 20 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 33 years in business (since 1993)
- Team of 2 to 3
- After-hours call-outs
- Owner managed
Gugu M. says, “Jacques came through on the same evening I requested assistance.” Local Pros
In their words: Palace Locksmith provides locksmith services and emergency call outs in the East Rand, Joburg South, Centurion, Johannesburg, and West Rand areas. With over 30 years of experience, we offer reliable solutions for residential and commercial clients.
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JJ Locksmith
Covers Centurion, Johannesburg and Pretoria
5.0 / 5 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 32 years in business (since 1994)
- Team of 2 to 3
- Qualified and licensed
- Gives a warranty
Geoff D. says, “These gents were prompt and diagnosed the actual problem being the key itself and not the lock.” Local Pros
In their words: JJ Locksmith provides trusted 24/7 emergency locksmith services for residential and commercial clients in Johannesburg, West Rand, Pretoria, and Centurion. We offer a full range of solutions including vehicle key coding, safe opening, and lock installations.
Recent work by these locksmiths
Tell us the job and a locksmith that covers your area calls you with a written quote.
Job photos by JJ Locksmith, May 2026.
Registered locksmiths and what changes the price
Locksmiths in South Africa are part of the private security industry, so the law decides who may do the work.
- PSIRA registration
- The Private Security Industry Regulation Act (56 of 2001) requires every locksmith to register with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA).
- LASA
- The Locksmiths Association of South Africa, started in 1974, represents the industry nationally and deals with PSIRA on its behalf.
- Ask for the card
- A registered technician carries a registration card, and you may ask to see it at your door before work starts.
- What sets the price
- The service you need, where you are and the time of day: a lockout at night costs more than a lock change booked ahead.
- Kinds of work
- Emergency lockouts, car locks and keys, safes, escape hardware, access control, biometrics and intercoms are all locksmith jobs, quoted differently.
- Insurance
- Some insurers ask for approved locks or work by a registered locksmith; registered companies offer insurance-approved work with a written guarantee.
Locksmiths Association of South Africa, lasa.co.za, and AAA Locksmiths (Cape Town locksmith, PSIRA and LASA registered), professional locksmith, aaalocksmiths.co.za, checked 12 Nov 2026.
For a car key, the locksmith needs
- Proof the car is yoursYour ID and the vehicle's registration papers
- The carMake, model and year
- The keyA plain cut key, a transponder key, or a remote or smart key
Lost every key? Say so: it changes the job. A replacement is cut and then coded to the car, on site where the equipment allows.
As Vula24, a locksmith service in Gauteng and the Western Cape, publishes it. Checked November 2026.
Have this ready for the call
- What is locked or lost: car, house, gate or safe
- For a car: make, model, year and the kind of key
- Whether a working key is left
- Where you are now
What customers say about these locksmiths
5.0
Average from 25 reviews of the 2 locksmiths above on Local Pros, checked November 2026.
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Geoff D.
this week
These gents were prompt and diagnosed the actual problem being the key itself and not the lock. They opened the car and cut me a new key on site. Great service gentlemen!
Review of JJ Locksmith left on Local Pros
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Danielle
10 months ago
Jacques from Palace Locksmith came out to assist with a safe opening. He did such a great job. He not only fixed the key and got the safe open but also fixed the keyhole. The keys are going in without a struggle. He went the extra mile to mark the keys and even tightened our doors of the room when he felt them dragging. This wasn't even part of the job. Truly a kind, knowledgeable and professional individual! 100% recommend!
Review of Palace Locksmith left on Local Pros
How it works
- 1
Tell us the job
- 2
A locksmith who covers your area calls you
- 3
Get a written quote and decide
Prices checked November 2026
Keys cut: every price
Each as its business publishes it, as published. How we check prices
| Type and size, where, and who publishes it | Price |
|---|---|
| Key duplication at the hardware shop; price depends on key typeJohannesburg · Hardware Konnect | R35 to R85 |
| Ordinary domestic keyCape Town · Cape Town Locksmiths | R45 to R120 |
A price over 12 months old comes off this page.
More checked prices
The full guide
General advice, written February 2024.
Have you left your car keys at home or locked yourself out of your office or home? A professional locksmith can help you regain access. Locksmiths can make new car transponders, remotes, cut new keys and repair broken locks.
In need of a Locksmith contact Local Pros today.
The Price of a Locksmith is Determined by:
There are many aspects that could determine the price of locksmith services, the distance the locksmith has to travel, the brand of your lock, the time of day (as it might be after office hours, whether it be a weekend or weekday), labour costs, special equipment used, the time it takes to repair the lock and keys that need to be cut. Looking for the best price? Contact the GP Locksmith team.
Cost for a Door Repair and House Locksmith Services
The cost refers to the replacement of regular door keys and repairing of locks. A professional locksmith can easily make new keys if you have lost your keys.
When you move into a new house, it is advisable to have new door locks fitted. Call a professional locksmith to help with this.
Call-Out Fees for a Car Locksmith
A professional locksmith can replace your car keys, remote or smart key and gain access to your car.
The locksmith's call-out fee will be dependent on where your car is located and how far the locksmith has to travel, as well as the required special equipment.
Replacing a normal key is cheaper than replacing a new smart key, transponder, or remote.
Locksmith Prices for Emergencies
Emergency locksmith prices are higher if contacted after normal office hours, which are 8am to 5pm, emergency locksmith prices will also come into effect on a public holiday or weekend.
Questions about these prices
Where do these prices come from?
From Locksmith On The Go, The Locksmith Co., Open Now Locksmith, Rosebank Locksmiths, Linden Locksmith, Prime Lock, Northriding Mobile Locksmith, GetKeys Auto Locksmith, Coyote Auto, Cape Town Locksmiths and Hardware Konnect: businesses that publish their own prices. We copied the figures as published and checked them in November 2026. They are not quotes; every pro sets their own price.
How are these locksmiths rated?
5.0 out of 5 on average, from 25 reviews of 2 locksmiths.
Do I have to hire the pro who quotes?
No. You decide once you have the written quote.
