Deadbolt Installation
Toronto's older housing stock — think Victorian semis in Cabbagetown, century homes along Roncesvalles, and mid-rise condos near Yonge and Eglinton — presents a wide range of door configurations, and not every deadbolt fits every door. At Toronto Iron Key Locksmith, our trained, insured technicians assess your specific door frame, thickness, and existing hardware before recommending the right lock, so you're never sold something that won't work or won't last.
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“Whether you're moving into a new place in the Annex, upgrading security after a break-in on your street, or replacing a worn-out lock on a commercial property in the Financial District, we come directly to your location — no need to remove hardware and bring it somewhere. Call (437) 476-8426 any time, day or night, and a mobile technician will be on the way.
What we do
Available 24/7
Day, night, weekends and holidays — a real local locksmith answers and rolls a fully-stocked van.
Fast local response
Based in Toronto, we reach the Toronto area in well under an hour.
Insured & background-checked
Vetted technicians, up-front pricing, and no surprise add-ons when we arrive.
Damage-free entry
We pick and bypass locks the right way, so most lockouts are solved without drilling anything.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a standard deadbolt installation take?
Most straightforward single-cylinder deadbolt installations on a pre-bored residential door take 30 to 60 minutes. A mortise lock installation or a jimmy proof deadbolt installation that requires frame work can take 60 to 90 minutes. We'll give you a realistic time estimate when you call, and our technician will confirm it after the on-site assessment.
Do I need to be home during the installation?
Yes — for residential properties, an adult who is the homeowner or authorized tenant needs to be present. This is a standard part of our ownership verification process, and it protects you. Our technician may ask to see ID or a lease agreement before beginning work, particularly for after-hours emergency locksmith calls.
Can you install a deadbolt on a door that doesn't already have one?
Absolutely. If your door has no existing bore hole, our technicians use a hole saw and door lock installation kit to create the correct 2-1/8-inch bore and the appropriate backset, then install the lock cleanly. We also install mortise locks on doors that have never had one, which involves cutting a precise pocket into the door edge — a job that requires experience to do without weakening the door.
What is a jimmy proof deadbolt, and is it right for my apartment door?
A jimmy proof deadbolt is a surface-mounted rim lock where interlocking vertical bolts engage a rotating ring on the strike plate, making it extremely resistant to prying and jimmying. It's a popular choice in Toronto apartment buildings because it doesn't require boring a new hole in the door and works well on narrow-stile metal doors common in older buildings. Whether it's the right fit depends on your door style and frame — our technician can assess and advise on-site.
Can you install a smart or keypad deadbolt instead of a traditional keyed one?
Yes. We install a range of electronic and smart deadbolts, including Schlage Encode and Kwikset Halo models, and can handle the door prep and hardware installation. Keep in mind that smart lock installation may require your existing bore hole to be a standard size and your door to be within a certain thickness range — our team checks all of this before installation begins.
Do you offer deadbolt installation for commercial properties in Toronto?
Yes. Our commercial locksmith services cover office buildings, retail units, warehouses, and multi-unit residential properties throughout Toronto. We install Grade 1 commercial-grade deadbolts, mortise lock systems, and master key hierarchies. For property managers handling multiple units — whether in a Kensington Market heritage building or a newer condo tower near Liberty Village — we can coordinate scheduled visits to minimize disruption to tenants.
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