Replacing a Door Lock: How much does it cost?

Replacing a door lock costs on average 143 Euro.

The price range for replacing a door lock is 65 to 220 Euro.

Door locks are usually extremely durable and designed to last for decades. However, when a lock fails, it must be replaced. Locks should also be replaced if a key is lost or misplaced, to prevent unauthorized access.

In most cases, only the cylinder needs to be replaced, not the entire lock. It is recommended to hire a professional for safety and insurance reasons.

Factors affecting cost

• Type of lock

• Type of cylinder

• Whether the old lock is functional (affecting installation/removal costs)

• Number of new keys

• Labor costs

• Time of day/week (e.g., night or weekend may incur extra charges)

Additional costs

If the lock is broken or the key is stuck or missing, extra effort increases costs.

• Removing a non-functional lock: 60–100 Euro per lock

• Nighttime, weekend, or holiday surcharge: 10–30 Euro

• Travel costs: 10–50 Euro

Example calculation

Labor costs

Hiring a professional is recommended for safety. Usually, a flat rate of 50–100 Euro per lock is charged if the lock is functional and a key is available.

Cost of a new lock

The cost of the lock itself is generally 10–100 Euro, but most often only the cylinder needs replacement. Cylinder costs vary by security level:

Details:

• Level 1: Simple design, basic drill protection, not recommended for exterior doors.

• Level 2: Often used for garage doors or secondary entrances, enhanced drill protection, harder cylinder material.

• Level 3: High security with maximum drill/pull protection, patented internal disc systems.

• VdS certified: Top security; withstands at least 3–6 drilling attempts and 30-minute forced entry tests.