$0 – $499
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Locksmiths in Melbourne South East
Knut is preparing locksmith coverage in Melbourne South East. Requests and bookings open at launch.
Common locksmith jobs
Locksmith jobs can include help with a lockout, replacing a lock, or rekeying an existing lock. Rekeying changes which key operates a lock, while replacement involves changing the lock itself; a tradie can assess which option suits the job. Commercial lock work is another listed service, including needs at business premises. If you need an emergency locksmith, explain what has happened and whether there is an immediate danger. For danger to life or property, such as a fire, gas leak, electrical hazard or flooding, contact 000 or the relevant emergency service first.
How to brief your locksmith job
Describe what needs doing, where the work is, and when you need it carried out. Say whether the job is a lockout, replacement, rekeying or commercial lock request, and include any useful details about the lock or door. Photos can help explain the issue, if they are useful and safe to take. For work at a managed property or business, clarify who is arranging the job and what access information the tradie will need. A clear brief gives suitable local tradies a better basis for preparing quotes and helps you compare what each quote covers.
Costs and Knut's booking fee
There is no charge to request quotes through Knut. When you book, you pay Knut one booking fee: 5% on smaller jobs, tapering to 2.5% on large jobs, and never more than $150.00. You also pay the tradie's quoted price for the work. Tradies keep 100% of their quoted price, and Knut does not charge them to quote. Knut compares the quotes it receives and recommends the one that best fits the job, on merit. Check the quote details and ask the tradie about anything unclear before booking.
Choosing and checking a tradie
Compare the quotes you receive against the job you described, including the work each one covers. If a quote leaves something unclear, message the tradie to ask before you book. Some locksmith jobs need a licence or registration depending on the work and the state; Knut applies the relevant check from the job scope. You can book through Knut, 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, sharing the relevant job details for each request.
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 Melbourne South East: FAQs
Can I request quotes before deciding whether to book?
Yes. There is no charge to request quotes through Knut. If you choose a tradie and book, you pay Knut's booking fee at booking and the tradie's quoted price for the work.
Can a locksmith help with a lockout?
Lockout is one of the locksmith job types available through Knut. Describe what has happened, where the job is and when you need it carried out so suitable local tradies can consider the request.
Should I replace a lock or have it rekeyed?
That depends on the lock and what you need done. Lock replacement and rekeying are both listed services. Explain your situation in the job request and ask the tradie which option their quote covers.
Does locksmith work require 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. You can ask the tradie about any requirements relevant to your job.
What should I do if there is immediate danger?
For immediate danger to life or property, including a gas leak, fire, electrical hazard or flooding, call 000 or the relevant emergency service first. Deal with the emergency before arranging a locksmith job.