$0 – $499
Prelaunch — not yet live
Find a locksmith in Inner Melbourne
Knut is preparing locksmith coverage in Inner Melbourne. Requests and bookings open at launch.
Common locksmith jobs
A locksmith job could mean getting help with a lockout, replacing a lock or rekeying one. Rekeying may be worth asking about if you want the lock changed without requesting a full lock replacement; the tradie can advise whether it suits the job. For a business or other commercial property, you can request help with commercial locks. Emergency locksmith work is also listed as a service. Explain what has happened and what you need done so the tradie can assess the job and quote for the work.
How to brief a locksmith
Describe the lock issue clearly: say whether you are locked out, need a lock replaced or rekeyed, or need help with commercial locks. Include the job location in Inner Melbourne and when you need the work done. Add photos if they would help show the lock or the issue. If the work is for a property you manage, explain that context and what needs attention. You describe the job once through Knut; it is sent to suitable local tradies who cover the area and offer that service.
Costs and Knut’s booking fee
There is no charge to request quotes. If you book through Knut, you pay Knut’s booking fee at booking and the tradie’s quoted price for the work. The booking fee is 5% on smaller jobs, tapering to 2.5% on large jobs, and never more than $150.00. Tradies keep 100% of their quoted price, and Knut does not charge them to quote. Compare the quotes you receive to see what each covers before choosing. Knut compares the quotes and recommends the one that best fits the job, on merit.
Choosing and checking a tradie
Read the quotes in light of the work you described, and ask the tradie about anything that is unclear before booking. Some locksmith jobs need a licence or registration depending on the work and the state; Knut applies the relevant check from the job scope. Once you book through Knut, you can message the tradie and follow progress in one place. Property managers, real-estate agencies and facilities teams can also use Knut to organise maintenance across many properties.
Knut's booking fee
Requesting quotes is free. When you book, Knut adds one booking fee, shown before you pay, and never more than $150. The provider keeps 100% of their quote.
$500 – $1,999
4.5%
$2,000 – $4,999
4%
$5,000 – $14,999
3.5%
$15,000 – $49,999
3%
$50,000+
2.5%
Common questions
Locksmith in Inner Melbourne: FAQs
Can I request a locksmith for a lockout?
Yes. Lockout is one of the locksmith job types listed on Knut. Describe the situation, where the work is needed and when, and add photos if they would help explain the issue. Knut sends the request to suitable local tradies who offer that service.
Can a locksmith rekey a lock instead of replacing it?
Rekeying and lock replacement are both listed locksmith jobs. Describe what you want changed and ask the tradie whether rekeying suits your particular lock and situation. You can compare the quotes you receive before deciding how to proceed.
How does Knut charge for a locksmith job?
There is no charge to request quotes. When you book, you pay Knut’s booking fee and the tradie’s quoted price for the work. The booking fee is 5% on smaller jobs, tapering to 2.5% on large jobs, and never more than $150.00.
Do locksmith jobs need a licence or registration?
Some jobs in this trade need a licence or registration depending on the work and the state. Knut applies the relevant check from the job scope. If you are unsure what your job involves, describe it clearly when you request quotes.
What should I do if there is immediate danger?
If there is immediate danger to life or property, such as a gas leak, fire, electrical hazard or flooding, call 000 or the relevant emergency service first. For other locksmith needs, you can describe the job and request quotes through Knut.