Analysis of Yoojo's Locksmith Prices

Notable price differences depending on the time slot

You already know that calling out a locksmith at 4 a.m. will definitely cost more than if you needed one on a Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. – after all, you're waking them up!

For this part, I’ve analysed only our figures, but you can generally expect to pay more at night and on weekends, no matter which locksmith you hire.

Here are the average prices for standard repairs, with surcharges based on time:

Weekdays: £42

Weekends: +22%

Emergency call-outs: +47%

Night rates: +63%

Example 1: A simple door unlock request

💰 Total cost: £34
⏳ Hourly rate: £34/h

Let’s start with a classic scenario: you step out of your home, forgetting your keys in the door, and then find yourself locked out. Anyone with a pull handle on their front door knows this frustration all too well!

This type of job is probably the most common on Yoojo, and just like this customer from London, you simply post a request, and help is on the way.

This job only cost £34 because the door wasn’t too tricky to open for the locksmith!

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How is such a low price possible?

Yoojo only sends your request to nearby, available locksmiths. In this case, the locksmith was a neighbour who lived just around the corner.

So, travel costs were drastically reduced!

Example 2: Urgent door unlocking

💰 Total cost: £26
⏳ Hourly rate: £26/h

In locksmithing, emergencies are the name of the game!

That’s usually why emergency locksmiths can be so expensive. 

But thanks to Yoojo, with hundreds locksmiths across the country, there’s always someone ready to help.

In London, this client found and booked an expert in under an hour to unlock his door – all for just £26!

💡 Tip:

Post your request for free on Yoojo, and you’ll receive quotes from locksmiths in your area within minutes – perfect for emergencies!

Plus, because everything is digital with Yoojo, you can use our app 24/7!

Example 3: Lost keys while on holiday

💰 Total cost: £49
⏳ Hourly rate: £49/h

Here’s an example of a forward-thinking client who lost their keys while on holiday.

It was a bit of a hassle, but she had the brilliant idea to post his request ahead of time to make sure a locksmith would be ready on the day he returned.

Result: when she got home, a locksmith was there to unlock her door – all for just £49!

💡 Tip:

Before booking a locksmith, you can chat with the professionals through our integrated messaging system.

To use it, go to your job post and find the “Public Discussion” section.

Example 4: Securing a garage door

💰 Total cost: £64
⏳ Hourly rate: £43/h

Need to secure a garage? That’s also possible with Yoojo!

In this example, our client from Manchester wanted to install a security block on a tilt-up garage door like this one:

It’s a bit more complicated than installing a simple 3-point lock, but nothing too tricky for a skilled handyman.

The client only reserved one hour with the locksmith, but no problem! You can easily add more time through the Yoojo app without any hassle.

💡 Tip:

If you already know which type of lock you need installed, upload a photo to your job post. This helps the locksmith provide an accurate estimate for the job.

Example 5: Replacing a letterbox lock

💰 Total cost: £26
⏳ Hourly rate: £26/h

Here’s another classic request seen hundreds of times on Yoojo: replacing a letterbox lock after losing the keys!

It’s a straightforward job for an experienced locksmith, which is why this client only paid £26 for the lock replacement.

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How can you make sure your professional will do a good job?

Yoojo provides you with several resources to help you choose the right person.

On each locksmith’s profile, you’ll find details about their tools, qualifications, experience, and, most importantly, the ratings and reviews from previous clients.

Feel free to check and compare the profiles before picking the one you like best.

Can’t find the right match? No worries, with Yoojo, you only pay if you book a professional!

Example 6: Installing a bolt on a door

💰 Total cost: £36
⏳ Hourly rate: £36/h

Need a little more privacy? Nothing beats installing a bolt lock on an interior door.

Yoojo isn’t just for emergency services. In this case, our client from Gateshead simply needed to have a lock installed on a door that didn’t have one.

The total cost was £36 for the installation only. You can also ask your locksmith to buy the lock, but that would need to be arranged outside the platform – Yoojo only assists with the installation.

💡 Tip:

Yoojo is a home service platform that protects you every step of the way – from selecting your professional to holding payment until the job is done. With our insurance and no hidden fees, you can relax and get started stress-free.

Example 7: Switching to a different lock system

💰 Total cost: £86
⏳ Hourly rate: £43/h

Upgrading from a standard 3-point lock to a code lock is a bit more complex.

In this case, the client had the good sense to ask about it in their job post and discuss the project with the locksmiths before booking.

In the end, this lock change request was more challenging than usual, which explains the total cost of £86 for the job!

💡 Tip:

You’ll notice the client only requested one hour of service but ended up being billed for two hours.

This happens sometimes when it’s hard to predict how long the job will take. The reason we ask you to select a number of hours is simply to reserve a time slot in the locksmith’s schedule.

Anyway, you can easily book extra hours with just two clicks, directly from your account.

Example 8: Installing a biometric lock

💰 Total cost: £172
⏳ Hourly rate: £86/h

Let’s finish with a high-tech lock installation, which is far less common on our platform. And no wonder – the price of several hundred pounds can be a dealbreaker for many.

This kind of installation often comes with setting up the lock itself, something not all locksmiths know how to do.

For this level of expertise, you’ll certainly pay more, but you’ll never lose your keys again!

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Worried about the cost?

No worries, Yoojo offers a payment option in 4 interest-free instalments through PayPal.