Premium residential · By appointment

Quality locks, fitted properly.

Premium residential locksmith services for established homes across Brisbane's inner north and selected riverside suburbs. Smart locks, deadlocks, rekeying, post-settlement lock changes and quality hardware installed with care.

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Licensed & insured
Quality hardware
Workmanship backed for life
North Brisbane based
Smart lock installation on a residential entry door
Why we're different

Not the cheapest. Better value.

AB Locksmiths is not trying to be the cheapest locksmith in Brisbane. We use quality hardware, install it properly, and recommend parts that can handle everyday use over the long run.

A cheap lock can cost more in the long run if it fails, jams or needs replacing again. Our focus is value: the right lock, fitted neatly, working smoothly and backed by workmanship we're proud to stand behind.

  • Quality hardware first. We choose locks that hold up to daily use and last, not the cheapest stock on the shelf.
  • Fitted neatly the first time. Proper installation, clean cuts, doors that still close smoothly when we leave.
  • You deal with the locksmith. Direct contact with Ashley. No call centre, no rotating contractors.
  • Workmanship backed for life. If our installation has an issue, we come back and put it right.
What we do

Residential lock upgrades for homes that deserve better hardware.

A focused list of premium residential work, from smart lock installs to whole-home rekeying. Booked by appointment.

TEDEE PRO

Tedee Pro smart lock installation

Compact premium smart locks supplied, fitted, configured and demonstrated. Keypad and app access options.

DEADLOCKS

Lockwood deadlock upgrades

Quality deadlocks and deadbolts replacing tired builder-fit hardware. Higher security, smoother daily use.

SETTLEMENT

Post-settlement lock changes

Just moved in? Change every external lock so old keys and previous tradies are no longer your problem.

REKEYING

Whole-home rekeying

Every external lock rekeyed to one key. A cleaner alternative to changing every lock and barrel.

MORTICE

Mortice lock repairs and replacements

Original Queenslander hardware revived, repaired or sympathetically replaced where parts are no longer available.

DOORS

Screen and sliding door locks

Patio doors, security screens and courtyard doors fitted with locks that actually hold up.

KEY CONTROL

Key control for families, cleaners and trades

Restricted keying and access setups so you know who has a key and old ones can be retired cleanly.

SECURITY CHECK

Home lock and security check

A walk around your home with you. We flag weak points and recommend the right hardware. No upsell pressure.

Smart locks

Tedee Pro smart locks, installed properly.

Tedee Pro is our preferred premium smart lock for many homes. Compact, well-built, and unobtrusive on the inside of your door. We supply, install, configure and test, then walk you through how to use it before we leave.

  • App control and keyless entry from your phone, with optional auto-unlock as you arrive home.
  • Optional keypad for PIN access. Useful for family members who don't carry a phone.
  • Temporary access codes for cleaners, guests, trades or short-term rental guests, revoked when they leave.
  • Great for families and busy households where someone is always coming or going.
  • Professionally installed and configured. We don't leave until it's set up properly and you know how to use it.
Ask about Tedee Pro

Compatibility note. Smart lock suitability depends on your existing door and lock setup. We'll check compatibility before recommending hardware.

Smart keypad lock installed on a residential door
Quality hardware

Lockwood hardware for everyday reliability.

For mechanical locks, deadlocks, screen doors and sliding doors, we often recommend Lockwood. It's a long-established Australian lock brand and a strong choice for residential work when fitted correctly.

Where Lockwood isn't the right fit for a particular door or use case, we'll say so and recommend a suitable alternative. The goal is the right hardware for your home, not pushing one brand.

  • Deadlocks and deadbolts
  • Entrance hardware
  • Screen door locks
  • Sliding door locks
  • Rekeying and keying alike
  • Better long-term value than no-name hardware
Bronze lever handle and deadlock installed on a timber door
Where we work

Servicing Brisbane's inner north and selected riverside suburbs by appointment.

Based in North Brisbane, AB Locksmiths provides booked premium residential locksmith work across selected Brisbane suburbs by appointment. Emergency response remains focused on North Brisbane and Moreton Bay.

Ascot
Hamilton
Hendra
Clayfield
Wilston
Grange
Ashgrove
Bardon
Paddington
New Farm
Teneriffe
Bulimba
Hawthorne

Suburb nearby but not listed? Give us a call: we book in premium residential work across selected Greater Brisbane suburbs by appointment.

How it works

Simple, careful, no-surprise process.

Five steps from first contact to a finished install with hardware that's still working in years to come.

1

Send photos or request a quote

A few photos of your current door and lock are usually enough for us to make a sensible recommendation.

2

We recommend suitable hardware

Honest options for your door, your budget and how you actually use your home.

3

Quote confirmed before work starts

Clear, itemised quote. You know what the job costs before any tools come out.

4

Installation, setup and testing

Fitted neatly, configured properly, tested on the door, and demonstrated to you.

5

Workmanship backed for life

If our installation has an issue, we come back and put it right. No quibbles.

Common questions

Frequently asked.

If your question isn't here, give us a call. We'll talk it through honestly before recommending anything.

Is Tedee Pro suitable for every door?

No. Smart lock suitability depends on your existing door and lock setup. Some doors need an adapter, some need a small carpentry adjustment, and a few aren't great candidates for retrofit at all. We'll check compatibility before recommending Tedee Pro or any other smart lock.

Can you rekey the whole house to one key?

Yes, in most cases. Where existing cylinders are compatible we rekey every external lock so one key opens them all. Where a cylinder is worn out or not worth keeping, we'll recommend a replacement instead. Either way, you walk away with one key, every door.

Do you install Lockwood deadlocks?

Yes. Lockwood is our preferred option for many residential deadlocks, entrance sets and screen door hardware. Where Lockwood isn't the right fit for a particular door, we'll recommend a suitable alternative rather than pushing one brand.

Do you service Ascot, Hamilton and Clayfield?

Yes, by appointment. We service Brisbane's inner north and selected riverside suburbs (Ascot, Hamilton, Hendra, Clayfield, Wilston, Grange, Ashgrove, Bardon, Paddington, New Farm, Teneriffe, Bulimba and Hawthorne) for booked residential locksmith work. Emergency response remains focused on North Brisbane and Moreton Bay so we can get there quickly.

Can you change locks after settlement?

Yes, this is one of the most common jobs we do. After settlement you don't know who else has keys: the previous owner, their tradies, family members, ex-partners. We change or rekey every external lock so the only keys in circulation are yours.

Are you the cheapest locksmith?

No. AB Locksmiths is focused on quality hardware, careful installation and long-term value. Cheap locks can cost more if they fail, jam or need replacing again. If you're looking for the lowest price on the day, we're probably not the right fit.

Do you warranty your workmanship?

Yes. Our installation workmanship is backed for life. If our install has an issue, we come back and put it right at no extra cost. Hardware itself is covered by the manufacturer's warranty (varies by product).

Ready to upgrade your locks properly?

Give us a call or send a few photos through and we'll talk through suitable options for your home.

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