Call a Locksmith Locksmiths are more familiar with opening locks than just about anyone. Locksmiths are trained professionals in the creation, installation, and repair of locks. Most locksmiths will charge $50-100 to come and fix a door lock, and less to open a padlock.

If you do get locked out an MLA qualified & vetted locksmith should be able to get you back in without damage (unless the lock has broken) with as little inconvenience as can be done.

A licensed, professional locksmith can open any lock on a residential door. Cars, particularly those built after 2005, can usually be opened by a locksmith entering a code from the vehicle identification number into a handheld device.

The answer is YES. A locksmith can typically open a smart lock. However, some smart locks may be more difficult to open than traditional locks, and locksmiths may need to use special tools or techniques to open them.