Automotive
Car opening, spare and replacement keys, programming and vehicle lock issues.
Explore the service →Best Ottawa Locksmith · Ottawa–Gatineau
Locksmith in Ottawa & Gatineau — available 24/7
Lockouts, keys, lock repairs and security upgrades for homes, vehicles and businesses. More than 10 years of experience; service in English and French.
24/710+ years of experienceLicensed & insured
Locksmith services for your situation
Residential
Home opening, lock installation, rekeying, repairs, hardware, safes and mailbox locks.
Explore the service →Commercial
Business opening, commercial keys, high-security locks, master key systems and keypads.
Explore the service →More than 10 years of experience
Best Ottawa Locksmith is licensed and insured, with more than 10 years of experience. Request help for an urgent lockout or planned work on locks, keys and access hardware. Explain your situation so the service, required information and availability can be confirmed.
Pricing and availability
Calls and enquiries are taken 24/7 across Ottawa and Gatineau. Confirm the arrival estimate and availability for your specific task; specialist parts and hardware may affect scheduling. Service is available in English and French.
The service call charge is $30 CAD and is payable for a dispatched call. Car opening starts at $110 plus the service call; residential opening starts at $120 plus the service call. Other locksmith work is assessed separately. Taxes are extra and a $50–100 time or location supplement may apply. The complete price is explained before work begins.
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Lockout starting prices
Car opening
From $140before tax and surcharges
Home door opening
From $150before tax and surcharges
Commercial opening
Assessed on siteBased on the door, lock and situation.
Prices include the $30 service call charge. This charge is always payable for a dispatched call. A $50–100 surcharge may apply depending on time and location. The complete price is explained on site before opening work.
How your service call works
1
Call us
Share your location and the type of lockout.
2
Arrange the call
Ask for an arrival estimate. Service call charge: $30.
3
Review the price
On site, the technician assesses the situation and explains the total.
4
Approve the work
The method and price are explained before opening work starts.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a car lockout cost?
Car unlocking starts at $110 CAD, plus the mandatory $30 service call charge: a minimum of $140 before tax and any applicable surcharge. The final amount depends on the vehicle and situation and is explained on site before work begins.
How much does opening a house door cost?
Residential door opening starts at $120 CAD, plus the $30 service call charge: a minimum of $150 before tax and any applicable surcharge. The lock, door and circumstances affect the final price.
Are there extra charges at night or for some locations?
An additional $50–100 CAD may apply depending on the time and location of the call. The complete calculation, including applicable charges and taxes, is explained on site before opening work begins.
When will I know the final price?
The technician assesses the vehicle, door or lock on arrival and explains the full price before starting the opening work. Starting prices on this website are not a fixed quote for every call.
How quickly can you arrive?
Tell us your exact location when calling. Travel time depends on location, traffic and current availability. Ask for an arrival estimate when booking; we do not advertise a guaranteed arrival time for every call.
Which payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, Interac e-Transfer and credit cards.