Smart Lock Installation
Apex homeowners are upgrading faster than ever — from the new-build neighborhoods off Salem Church Road to the established subdivisions near downtown's historic district, keypad entry and app-controlled deadbolts are becoming the new standard. Wake County Locksmith installs, programs, and configures smart locks on doors of every style, so you get the convenience of modern access control without sacrificing the security your family depends on.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week · Licensed, bonded & insured
Our mobile team comes directly to your home — no drop-off, no waiting room, no scheduling around a shop's hours. Every technician is trained, experienced, and insured, and we operate around the clock because lock problems and upgrade projects don't always happen between 9 and 5. Whether you're replacing a worn-out knob set or stepping up to a full smart door lock installation on your primary entry, we confirm an exact up-front price before a single screw turns. Call (919) 341-2147 any time — we answer 24/7.
What we do
Available 24/7
Day, night, weekends and holidays — a real local locksmith answers and rolls a fully-stocked van.
Fast local response
Based in Apex, we reach Wake County and surrounding communities in well under an hour.
Insured & background-checked
Vetted technicians, up-front pricing, and no surprise add-ons when we arrive.
Damage-free entry
We pick and bypass locks the right way, so most lockouts are solved without drilling anything.
More about our work
Everything you need to know about how we help — at a glance.
Smart Lock Installation for Every Door Type in Apex
Not every door is the same, and not every smart lock fits every door. Single-cylinder deadbolts are the most common upgrade for front doors in Wake County subdivisions, but we also handle smart lock door knob replacements for side entries, interior access points, and garage mud-room doors. For older Apex homes with thicker, solid-wood doors — common in the neighborhoods closer to the historic Peak Street corridor — we often work with mortise smart lock configurations, which fit into a rectangular pocket routed into the door edge rather than boring a standard cylindrical hole. A mortise lock offers a deeper, more robust latch-and-bolt mechanism, and pairing that proven hardware format with a smart-enabled cylinder or trim plate gives you both vintage aesthetics and 21st-century access control.
We install and set up products across all major platforms — Z-Wave, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth — from manufacturers like Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, and others. Setup goes beyond just mounting the hardware: we align strike plates, test backset measurements, calibrate auto-lock timing, walk you through the companion app, and create access codes for every member of your household. If your door frame has shifted over Apex's humid summers and dry winters, we address that before the lock goes on so the bolt operates smoothly for years.
Mortise Lock Upgrade and Smart Lock Door Knob Replacement
The mortise lock is often misunderstood as an older, commercial-only format, but it's actually one of the most secure lock types available for residential doors. When a homeowner in an older Apex property comes to us because their original mortise hardware is worn, stiff, or no longer key-compatible with the rest of the house, we assess whether to rebuild the existing mortise case, replace it with a modern equivalent, or convert the door prep to accept a standard cylindrical smart lock. Each path has tradeoffs in terms of door modification, long-term durability, and hardware cost — and we explain all of them so you can decide with full information.
For doors that currently have a door knob lock rather than a deadbolt, the upgrade process involves evaluating the door's thickness, bore hole diameter, and backset before recommending a smart lock door knob that fits without requiring significant door modification. A qualified technician can usually complete a straightforward knob-to-smart-knob swap in under an hour, leaving your door looking clean, operating smoothly, and ready to be paired with your phone or home automation hub. If you're ready to move forward or just want a professional opinion, call (919) 341-2147 — we're available 24/7.
Commercial Lock Installation and Business Access Upgrades
Smart access control isn't only for homeowners. Wake County Locksmith handles commercial lock installation for small businesses, rental properties, short-term rentals, and mixed-use buildings throughout the Apex area. A landlord managing a rental near the Beaver Creek Crossings corridor, for example, can eliminate the cost and hassle of re-keying between tenants by switching to a smart lock with time-limited or remotely deletable access codes. For retail storefronts, offices, and multi-door commercial properties, we assess the full door hardware schedule — including mortise lock sets on heavy commercial doors — and recommend a system that balances security, convenience, and budget.
Our commercial locksmith work covers the same standards as our residential service: trained and insured technicians, mobile dispatch, damage-free installation where the existing door prep allows, and a confirmed up-front price before work begins. We also re-key existing hardware, install high-security cylinders, and program master-key hierarchies for businesses that need tiered access without full smart-lock infrastructure. Whatever the scope, we treat every commercial job with the same care we'd bring to a homeowner's front door.
What Determines the Cost of a Door Lock Installation Service?
One of the most common questions we receive — right alongside 'what is a locksmith call-out fee?' and 'how much does an emergency locksmith cost near me?' — is simply: what will this cost me? The honest answer is that no single number fits every job. Factors that shape your final quote include the type of lock being installed (a basic deadbolt retrofit differs significantly from a full mortise smart lock replacement), the hardware brand and model you've selected or want us to supply, the time of day (overnight and holiday calls carry a different rate structure than standard daytime appointments), your location within Wake County relative to our dispatch point, and whether the door requires any additional prep work such as bore-hole enlargement, strike-plate reinforcement, or frame repair.
What we promise is transparency: before any work begins, we provide a clear, confirmed price — no surprise charges added after the fact. Apex residents often ask how much a locksmith costs per hour or how locksmith pricing in NC compares to other states; the truthful answer is that reputable lock installation services price by job scope rather than a flat hourly rate, because two jobs of the same type can require very different time and parts. The best way to get an accurate number is to describe your door and hardware to one of our technicians. Call (919) 341-2147 any time — day or night — and we'll give you a straight answer before we dispatch.
Our services include: smart lock installation and programming, smart lock door knob replacement, mortise lock installation and rebuild, mortise smart lock conversion, deadbolt installation, single-cylinder deadbolt upgrade, double-cylinder deadbolt installation, keypad lock setup and code programming, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi smart lock pairing, Z-Wave and Zigbee integration, strike plate reinforcement, door prep and bore-hole modification, door frame repair ahead of new lock installation, re-key existing locks to a new key, master-key system design and implementation, high-security cylinder upgrade, commercial door lock installation, access-control system installation for small businesses, landlord re-key service between tenants, short-term rental smart lock setup and remote code management, padlock and hasp installation for outbuildings, garage side-door lock upgrade, interior door lock installation, sliding door lock and security bar installation, and emergency lock replacement following a break-in or damage.
Frequently asked questions
What types of smart locks do you install for Apex-area homes?
We install the full range — keypad deadbolts, fingerprint readers, Bluetooth proximity locks, Wi-Fi locks with remote app control, and mortise-format smart locks for doors with European-style or older American mortise prep. We work with Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, and other major hardware brands. If you already own a lock, we'll confirm compatibility with your door before installation. If you need help choosing, our technicians can walk you through the options on-site.
How much does smart lock installation cost, and is there a call-out fee?
There's no single answer because cost depends on several factors: the lock type (a smart lock door knob swap is a different scope than a mortise smart lock conversion), whether your door needs any modification, hardware costs if we're supplying the product, the time of your appointment, and your location in Wake County. As for call-out fees — we provide a full, confirmed up-front price before any work starts, so you know exactly what you're agreeing to. There are no hidden charges added after the job. Call (919) 341-2147 for a straight quote.
People from Apex, NC — do you serve all parts of town, including the newer developments?
Absolutely. Apex residents — sometimes affectionately called 'Apex Peaks' by locals — live across a wide range of neighborhoods, from the walkable streets near downtown's historic district to the fast-growing subdivisions spreading toward Cary and Holly Springs. Our mobile technicians cover all of them, as well as the surrounding Wake County communities. Because we dispatch directly to your address, there's no part of Apex that's 'too far out' for our standard service.
Can you handle a mortise lock on an older Apex home door?
Yes, and it's one of our specialties. Mortise locks require precise fitting inside a routed pocket in the door edge — they can't simply be swapped the way a cylindrical deadbolt can. Our technicians are experienced with both traditional mortise lock rebuilds and the conversion of worn mortise prep to accept modern smart-lock hardware. We assess the door condition first, explain your options, and proceed only once you've confirmed the approach and the price.
Do you offer commercial lock installation, or only residential?
We handle both. Our commercial locksmith services cover everything from a single smart lock on a small-business back door to a full door hardware schedule for a multi-unit rental property or retail space. We install mortise lock sets, high-security cylinders, master-key systems, and access-control hardware on commercial doors throughout Apex and Wake County. The same trained, insured, mobile team that serves homeowners handles commercial jobs — just give us the details about your property and we'll scope the work accurately.
Is it safe to have a locksmith install a smart lock, or can I do it myself?
Many smart locks are marketed as DIY products, but professional installation matters more than the packaging suggests. Improper backset alignment, a loose strike plate, or a misaligned door frame can cause a smart lock to fail mechanically even if the electronics work perfectly. A trained technician also ensures the wireless pairing, auto-lock calibration, and access-code setup are completed correctly the first time. For mortise-format locks especially, precise fitting is essential. Having a professional handle the door lock installation protects your investment in the hardware and ensures your door is genuinely secure when the job is done.