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Regions in TAS
Locksmiths based in each region of Tasmania.
Where the locksmiths are
32locksmiths
Locksmiths in Hobart
15 based here · Region
Locksmiths in Launceston & North East
8 based here · Region
Locksmiths in West & North West Tasmania
8 based here · Region
Locksmiths in South East Tasmania
1 based here · Region
What to expect when hiring locksmiths in Tasmania
Where locksmiths in Tasmania are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where locksmiths are based in Tasmania
Hobart has the most locksmiths in Tasmania.
Locksmiths based in each region
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How to choose a good locksmith in Tasmania
Tasmania has plenty of well-reviewed locksmiths to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most locksmiths here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical locksmith has 41 reviews. Of the 31 rated locksmiths based in Tasmania, 4 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 100 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.82
- typical reviews
- 41
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 100+
Star rating
42% of locksmiths here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 41 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Tasmania compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart15 rated locksmiths55 typical reviews | 4.89 | 15 | 55 |
| All Tasmania31 rated locksmiths41 typical reviews | 4.82 | 31 | 41 |
| West & North West Tasmania7 rated locksmiths30 typical reviews | 4.76 | 7 | 30 |
| Launceston & North East8 rated locksmiths38 typical reviews | 4.73 | 8 | 38 |
What locksmith costs
Across Australia, locksmith typically runs $198 – $539 for emergency lockout, and $220 – $613 for change locks.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Tasmania. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number. It's free.
What's in a good Locksmith quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered (labour, materials, prep and clean-up), so you're comparing like for like. Check what each locksmith's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price, and it costs you nothing.
- 01Security licence
The licence number, verifiable with your state regulator.
- 02Callout fee
On its own line, never inside a single lump sum.
- 03Lock brand and model
The exact lock named, not just 'deadbolt'.
- 04Entry method
Pick versus drill; drilling costs more and destroys the lock.
- 05Workmanship warranty
A warranty period, 12 months is the standard minimum.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Experience near you
Jobs like yours, done locally
Credentials for the job
Licence, insurance and business details
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Hiring a locksmith in TAS
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Locksmiths do not need a licence in TAS.
Tasmania does not license locksmiths. Guarding or other security services for pay need a security licence.
- Written contractfrom$20,000
The contract must be in writing, dated and signed by both of you before work starts.
Applies to locksmith jobs.
- Deposit cap
The cap covers contracts of $20,000 or more. It is 10% below $50,000 and 5% from $50,000. It is 20% when most work is off-site.
Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. The cap is 10% below $50,000 and 5% at $50,000 or more.
- Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $20,000
The days start once you have the signed contract and the consumer guide. Without the guide, you have 7 days from finding out.
Applies to locksmith jobs.
- Home warranty insurance
Doesn't apply to this work.
Sources: Security and Investigations Agents Act 2002, buildingstandards.tas.gov.au, Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about locksmith in TAS
Do locksmiths need a licence in TAS?
Locksmiths do not need a licence in TAS.
Tasmania does not license locksmiths. Guarding or other security services for pay need a security licence.
Do I need a written contract with a locksmith in TAS?
Locksmith jobs from $20,000 need a written contract.
The contract must be in writing, dated and signed by both of you before work starts.
How much deposit can a locksmith ask for in TAS?
The cap covers contracts of $20,000 or more. It is 10% below $50,000 and 5% from $50,000. It is 20% when most work is off-site.
Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. The cap is 10% below $50,000 and 5% at $50,000 or more.
Does a locksmith have to give me home warranty insurance in TAS?
Doesn't apply to this work.
Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a locksmith in TAS?
You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $20,000.
The days start once you have the signed contract and the consumer guide. Without the guide, you have 7 days from finding out.
Sources: Security and Investigations Agents Act 2002, buildingstandards.tas.gov.au, Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
Every region in TAS
Each region with its areas. Numbers are locksmiths based there.
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