Pixl Canada installs smart locks on your front door: we fit the lock, test the bolt and keypad, connect it to your WiFi or hub and set up codes in the app. Smart lock installation typically runs about $150 to $350 for labour on a standard door, and more if the door needs drilling or has special hardware. The lock itself is bought separately. Send a photo of your door and we confirm a fixed price before we book.
PCBy the Pixl Canada install team. Updated . Prices in Canadian dollars, before tax. Ranges are market estimates, not a fixed Pixl price.
- Market range for labour, not a guess at your door
- Fixed quote from a photo, before we book
- We install the lock you bought anywhere
- Pay after the job
How much does smart lock installation cost in Canada?
Smart lock installation labour typically runs about $150 to $350 for a standard door, and the lock itself is extra. Published North American cost guides put the average for installing a smart door lock around $330 USD, with most homeowners paying roughly $200 to $460, so treat these as market ranges rather than a fixed price. We confirm your exact price from a photo before we book.
| Job | Typical range | What drives it |
|---|---|---|
| Swap a deadbolt for a smart lock on a predrilled door | $150 to $250 | Same hole pattern, no drilling |
| Smart lock with hub or WiFi bridge setup | $200 to $350 | App, hub pairing and codes add time |
| Door that needs drilling or has a solid-core or steel skin | $250 to $450 | Extra prep and a hole saw |
| Several locks in one visit | Lower per lock | One trip, one app setup |
Hardware is separate. Keypad smart locks typically cost $100 to $300 and biometric models $300 to $800, according to Eufy’s smart lock cost guide. These are US-oriented guides, so Canadian prices vary by city.
What changes the price of a smart lock install?
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Door prep | A predrilled standard door is quickest. Missing or oversized holes add time. |
| Door material | Wood is easy. Steel, fibreglass skin and solid-core doors need more care. |
| Lock type | Deadbolt replacements are simplest. Full lever or mortise locks are more work. |
| Connectivity | WiFi, Bluetooth, Z-Wave or hub pairing changes the setup steps. |
| WiFi at the door | A weak signal may need a mesh node. See mesh WiFi vs extender and home WiFi and mesh installation. |
| Number of locks | More locks in one visit lower the cost per lock. |
What does a Pixl smart lock installation include?
- Check the door. We confirm the hole size, backset and thickness match the lock.
- Remove the old lock and fit the new deadbolt, latch and strike plate.
- Mount the keypad or interior unit and run the batteries and cable through the door.
- Connect it to your WiFi or hub and set it up in the app.
- Set your first codes and test the bolt, keypad and app from inside and outside.
- Show you how it works before we leave, including how to use the physical key backup.
We install the lock you bought anywhere. Before you buy, check that it fits your door thickness and backset and that your door is predrilled for a standard deadbolt.
Should you install a smart lock yourself?
| Option | Good for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| DIY | A deadbolt swap on a standard predrilled door | A misaligned bolt can jam, and a bad app pairing can lock you out |
| Pixl | Doors that need drilling, hub setup, or several locks | Send a photo so we confirm the price first |
Ask your landlord or condo board first if you rent or live in a building that controls door hardware. See also our video doorbell installation and smart home installation pages if you are doing the whole entrance.
How does a smart lock visit work?
Text or call (587) 899-7495 with a photo of the door and the lock you bought. We confirm a fixed price, book a time, install the lock and test it with you. You pay after the job by card, e-transfer or cash. Same-day service is available when we have an opening.
Smart lock installation: frequently asked questions
How much does smart lock installation cost in Canada?
Labour typically runs about $150 to $350 on a standard door, and more if the door needs drilling. The lock is extra. We confirm a fixed price from a photo before we book.
Can you install a smart lock I bought elsewhere?
Yes. Send us the model and a photo of the door so we can check the fit.
Do smart locks work with a key?
Most keypad deadbolts keep a physical key as a backup, but check the model before you buy.
Will a smart lock fit my door?
Most fit a standard predrilled door of the right thickness. Doors with no deadbolt hole, or with unusual hardware, need extra work.
Can I install a smart lock in a rental or condo?
Ask your landlord or building first, since many buildings control door hardware.
When do I pay?
After the job, by card, e-transfer or cash.
Send a photo of your door for a fixed price
Tell us the lock model and we confirm the price before we book. Same-day service is available when we have an opening.
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Sources and method. Ranges are market estimates built from published North American cost guides, including Eufy, Security.org and LawnStarter. They are mostly US-based, so they show the general market, not a Pixl fixed price. Your Pixl price is confirmed before booking. Canadian dollars, before tax.
About Pixl Canada. Pixl Canada is an installation company based in Edmonton, Alberta, serving cities across Canada with TV mounting, security cameras, appliance installation and smart home setup. Call or text (587) 899-7495. Open Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm and Sunday 9am to 7pm.