Deadbolt Installation
Brooklyn doors take a beating. From the century-old brownstones lining Bedford Avenue to the converted apartment buildings off Atlantic Ave, the locks protecting Brooklyn homes and businesses face constant use, harsh winters, and the wear that comes with dense city living. Bedford Ave Locksmith is a 24/7 mobile locksmith service that comes directly to your door — whether you're in Crown Heights, Bushwick, Park Slope, or Flatbush — to handle new deadbolt installation with the precision and care your home deserves.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week · Licensed, bonded & insured
When it comes to securing your front door, the deadbolt is the single most important line of defense. A loose, outdated, or poorly fitted lock is an invitation to trouble in any neighborhood. Our trained, insured technicians carry top-grade hardware from trusted brands like Schlage, Kwikset, and Medeco, and we work across door types found throughout Brooklyn — steel entry doors, solid wood brownstone doors, and hollow-core apartment doors alike. We confirm an exact up-front price before any work begins, so you always know what to expect.
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 Brooklyn, we reach the Brooklyn area 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.
Deadbolt Installation for Brooklyn Homes and Apartments
Not every deadbolt fits every door, and Brooklyn's housing stock is more varied than almost any city in America. A single-cylinder Grade 1 Schlage deadbolt might be the right call for a Park Slope townhouse with a solid wood door, while a vertical jimmy proof deadbolt installation is often the better solution for an apartment door in Bushwick where the door frame has limited depth or the door opens into a narrow hallway. Jimmy proof deadbolts interlock with the strike plate in a way that resists prying and jimmying — making them a preferred choice for New York City apartment doors that swing outward or have thin frames. Our technicians assess your exact door, frame, and existing hardware before recommending anything.
We also regularly handle mortise lock installation, which is one of the most requested services we perform across Brooklyn's older building stock. A mortise lock fits inside a deep pocket cut into the door itself, combining a deadbolt and latch into a single heavy-duty unit. You'll find them in pre-war brownstones throughout Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights, and when properly installed, a mortise lock offers a level of strength and pick resistance that surface-mounted locks simply cannot match. If your building super says 'the lock is inside the door,' that's a mortise — and our skilled technicians install, replace, and rekey them every day across Brooklyn.
What a Professional Deadbolt Installation Actually Involves
A proper deadbolt installation is not just a matter of drilling a hole and dropping in hardware. Our technicians begin by measuring the door thickness, the backset distance (the space from the door edge to the center of the bore hole), and the condition of the door frame and strike plate. A weak strike plate — even behind a Grade 1 deadbolt — is one of the most common security vulnerabilities we find on Brooklyn apartment doors. We use reinforced strike plates with long screws that reach the door stud, not just the trim, whenever the door construction allows it.
We always work damage-free where the door and frame allow. We use precision boring jigs to create clean, accurate cutouts and avoid splintering on wood doors or marring the finish on steel doors. When we're done, the lock seats flush, the bolt throws smoothly, and the hardware is properly aligned — details that matter for both security and daily usability. For renters in Brooklyn who need landlord approval before modifying a door, we're happy to explain exactly what the installation entails so you can have an informed conversation with your building owner. Call 718-928-6890 and our team will walk you through everything before we arrive.
Lock Types We Install Across Brooklyn — From Door Knob Locks to High-Security Deadbolts
Brooklyn homes need different solutions depending on the door, the building type, and the level of security required. Here is a representative list of the specific lock services we provide: single-cylinder deadbolt installation, double-cylinder deadbolt installation, jimmy proof deadbolt installation, mortise lock installation and replacement, mortise lock rekeying, high-security deadbolt installation (Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, Abloy), Schlage B-series deadbolt installation, Kwikset SmartKey deadbolt installation, door knob lock replacement, door knob lock rekeying, keypad and electronic deadbolt installation, smart lock installation and pairing, Grade 1 commercial-rated deadbolt installation, Grade 2 residential deadbolt installation, rim lock installation, surface-mount deadbolt installation for outswing doors, strike plate reinforcement and replacement, door frame repair and reinforcement, latch bolt replacement, door knob lock and deadbolt combination sets, master lock deadbolt installation for storage units and secondary doors, padlock hasp and deadbolt combination setups, bump-resistant and pick-resistant lock upgrades, sliding door deadbolt and pin lock installation, and lock rekeying after a move-in or tenant change.
Whether you've just moved into a new apartment in Greenpoint, changed roommates in Flatbush, or bought a brownstone in Prospect Heights that still has the original 1940s hardware, we have the hardware inventory and hands-on experience to match the right lock to your door on the first visit. Our mobile units are stocked so that most installations are completed in a single trip.
Pricing, Emergency Availability, and What to Expect From Our Team
People often wonder what is the average charge for a locksmith, and it's a fair question — especially in a city where service pricing varies widely. At Bedford Ave Locksmith, we don't quote a flat number upfront without knowing the specifics, because the final price depends on real variables: the type of lock and hardware being installed, the complexity of the door and frame, the time of day (our team is available 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays), travel distance to your Brooklyn location, and whether any additional parts like reinforced strike plates or door edge guards are needed. What we always do is confirm an exact price with you before any work begins — no surprises on the invoice. As a fully mobile, insured service, we come to you anywhere in Brooklyn, from Bay Ridge to Williamsburg, without a shop visit or a wait.
When you need an emergency locksmith after a break-in attempt, a failed lock, or a door that simply won't secure properly at 2 a.m. on a Tuesday, Bedford Ave Locksmith answers. Our 24/7 availability isn't a marketing line — it reflects the reality of city life, where security problems don't wait for business hours. We respond to calls across Brooklyn and arrive ready to work, with the tools and hardware on board to handle most deadbolt installations and replacements in a single visit. Call us at 718-928-6890 any time — day or night — and speak directly with our team.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what our customers ask most. Still unsure? Just call.
What is the meaning of locksmith, and what does a locksmith actually do?+
A locksmith is a trained tradesperson who works with mechanical and electronic locking systems — installing, repairing, rekeying, and replacing locks on doors, vehicles, safes, and other secured hardware. At Bedford Ave Locksmith, our technicians handle everything from new deadbolt installation on Brooklyn apartment doors to mortise lock replacement on pre-war brownstones, emergency lockouts, and smart lock setup. The job requires real knowledge of door construction, lock mechanics, and security standards — it's a skilled trade, not just a key-cutting service.
What is the difference between a deadbolt and a mortise lock, and which is right for my Brooklyn apartment?+
A standard deadbolt mounts on the surface of the door using two bores — one for the cylinder and one for the bolt. A mortise lock is set into a deep rectangular pocket cut into the door's edge, housing both the latch and the deadbolt in a single unit. Mortise locks are common in Brooklyn's older building stock and generally offer greater strength and a cleaner look. For apartment doors that swing outward or have thin frames, a jimmy proof deadbolt installation is often the right choice. The best answer depends on your specific door — our technicians assess this in person before recommending hardware.
How much should an emergency locksmith cost, and what factors affect the price?+
The cost of an emergency locksmith visit depends on several real-world factors: the type of service needed (a lock rekey costs differently than a full deadbolt installation), the specific lock and hardware involved, the time of the call (nights, weekends, and holidays affect pricing), travel distance within Brooklyn, and any additional parts required — such as reinforced strike plates or new cylinders. Bedford Ave Locksmith confirms an exact price with every customer before any work begins. We never start a job until you've agreed to the quote, so there are no unexpected charges afterward.
How much does an emergency locksmith cost near me in Brooklyn?+
Costs vary based on the specific job, time of day, location within Brooklyn, and parts needed. A straightforward lock rekey in the middle of the day costs differently than a full mortise lock replacement at midnight in a building with a difficult door frame. Bedford Ave Locksmith serves all of Brooklyn and provides an exact up-front quote before work begins on every call. To get an accurate number for your specific situation, call 718-928-6890 — our team will ask the right questions and give you a real price, not a vague estimate.
Who is the best locksmith in Brooklyn, NY for deadbolt installation on an apartment door?+
The right locksmith for your Brooklyn apartment is one who shows up with the correct hardware, understands the specific constraints of New York City apartment doors — including outswing doors, thin frames, and landlord requirements — and gives you a transparent price before starting. Bedford Ave Locksmith is a 24/7 mobile service with trained, insured technicians who work across every Brooklyn neighborhood, from Williamsburg to Canarsie. We stock a full range of deadbolt and mortise lock hardware and handle most installations in a single visit, damage-free where possible.
Can you install a deadbolt on my door without damaging the finish or frame?+
In most cases, yes. Our technicians use professional boring jigs and installation tools that create precise, clean cutouts — minimizing the risk of splintering on wood doors or scuffing on steel and painted surfaces. Damage-free installation is our standard approach, and we work carefully to preserve your door's condition. If a door has unusual construction — like an older Brooklyn brownstone door with non-standard thickness — we'll tell you what to expect before we start, not after.