Deadbolt Installation. Grade 1 Security. Same Day.

ANSI/BHMA grades measure a deadbolt's resistance to forced entry and durability. Grade 1 withstands 10 strikes at 75 lbs of force and 800,000 lock cycles - the highest residential rating. Grade 2 handles 5 strikes and 400,000 cycles. Grade 3 (builder-grade) handles only 2 strikes and 200,000 cycles. For exterior doors, we recommend Grade 1 from brands like Schlage B60 series or Kwikset 980.

Single-cylinder (key outside, thumb-turn inside) works for most Austin homes with solid doors. Choose double-cylinder (key on both sides) only when glass panels sit within 40 inches of the lock - a burglar who breaks the glass cannot reach through to turn a thumb-turn. Note: Texas fire codes allow double-cylinder use, but keep a key accessible near the door for emergency exit.

Replacing an existing deadbolt in a pre-drilled door: 30 to 45 minutes. Installing a deadbolt in a new hole: 60 to 90 minutes including drilling and chiseling the mortise. Smart deadbolt installation adds 15 to 30 minutes for app pairing and user code setup. Most Austin jobs are completed in a single visit.

We carry Kwikset, Schlage, and Yale stock in Grade 1 and Grade 2 on every vehicle. You can select from our inventory on site, or we install a lock you purchased. If you buy your own, verify it is ANSI Grade 1 and confirm the finish matches your existing hardware before we arrive.

Labor runs $75 to $150 per door depending on whether we drill new holes or use existing prep. Hardware from our stock adds $30 to $150 for mechanical deadbolts and $150 to $400 for smart locks. A complete package - Grade 1 Schlage deadbolt, reinforced security strike plate, and professional installation - typically runs $150 to $280 total. Exact quote provided before work begins.

Yes. When installing deadbolts on multiple doors in the same visit, we key them alike during installation. One key for the front door, back door, and any other entry. For rental properties or buildings with multiple units, we can also set up master-key systems. Tell us when you call so we bring the right cylinder inventory.

Yes. From our Central Austin dispatch we cover Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Georgetown, Leander, Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, Bastrop, and all 36 Texas markets we serve. Drive time on I-35 and MoPac is factored into dispatch routing. Call and we confirm your area and estimated arrival.

Yes. Texas DPS Locksmith License #B19847. Every technician dispatched carries that license and is employed by and insured through Pros On Call. We show the license on request at every job site.