09 · building trades # Locksmiths in Auckland ## Summary **Locksmiths** (Building trades). Locks, keys, security hardware and lock-outs. Locksmithing is not a licensed trade. Get a quote in writing before work starts, ask for ID and business details and avoid anyone who will not quote. No listings yet: free listings are open. ## What locksmiths do Locksmiths fit and repair locks, rekey properties, cut keys and install door hardware and basic security. **You usually need them for:** A new house or tenancy (rekeying), a lock-out, door hardware for a renovation or an insurance-driven security upgrade. ## Where they fit in a new build or renovation Typical project stages where this trade is on site: 1. **Fit-out and finishes** 2. **Completion and maintenance** Usually needed for: [small alterations & repairs](/projects/small-alterations-repairs/). Stages are indicative. Your builder or project manager sets the real sequence. ## Check before you hire Locksmithing is not a licensed trade. Get a quote in writing before work starts, ask for ID and business details and avoid anyone who will not quote. ### Official links * [Consumer Protection (MBIE)](https://www.consumerprotection.govt.nz/) ### Questions to ask * Can you give me a written quote before you start? * Can you show ID and a business address? * Are you insured? Checked against the official sites on 3 Nov 2026. General information only, not legal advice. ## Locksmiths in Auckland ### We're adding locksmiths soon — are you one? Get a free listing: it takes a couple of minutes, and homeowners comparing locksmiths in Auckland will find you here. [Get a free listing](/for-trades/?trade=locksmiths#claim) No locksmiths listings yet, so this page is hidden from search engines until the first listing goes live. ## Frequently asked questions What do locksmiths do? Locksmiths fit and repair locks, rekey properties, cut keys and install door hardware and basic security. When do I need a locksmith? A new house or tenancy (rekeying), a lock-out, door hardware for a renovation or an insurance-driven security upgrade. How do I check a locksmith? Locksmithing is not a licensed trade. Get a quote in writing before work starts, ask for ID and business details and avoid anyone who will not quote. What should I ask a locksmith before hiring? 1. Can you give me a written quote before you start? 2. Can you show ID and a business address? 3. Are you insured? How do I avoid locksmith scams? Use a local business with a real address, ask for a written quote including call-out charges before work starts, and be cautious if the price changes on site. ## Related trades * [Builders and carpenters](/trades/builders/) * [Plumbers and gasfitters](/trades/plumbers-gasfitters/) * [Electricians](/trades/electricians/) * [Roofers and spouting/gutter installers](/trades/roofers-spouting/) * [Plasterers and GIB stoppers](/trades/plasterers-gib-stoppers/) * [Painters and decorators](/trades/painters-decorators/) * [Tilers](/trades/tilers/) * [Joiners and cabinetmakers](/trades/joiners-cabinetmakers/) [All trades](/trades/) · [Trades by project type](/projects/)