Locked out? Find a local Invercargill locksmith fast.
Tell us what's happened and we'll put you in touch with a trusted local locksmith for house lockouts, car keys, lock changes and repairs across Invercargill.
- Local Invercargill locksmiths, not a national call centre
- House, car and business lockouts
- Get the price on the phone before any work starts
- Covering Invercargill & Southland
- Quick call-backs
- Price agreed upfront
Locksmith services in Invercargill
Whether you're stuck outside at night or just want stronger locks, describe the job and a local locksmith will take it from there.
House lockouts
Car keys & lockouts
Lock changesHouse lockouts
Locked out or keys inside? A locksmith can usually get you back in without damaging the door.
Car lockouts & keys
Keys locked in the car, lost car keys, or a broken key stuck in the ignition.
Lock changes & rekeying
Moved house, lost a key or ended a tenancy? Rekey or replace locks so old keys stop working.
Lock repairs & upgrades
Sticking deadlocks, broken handles, window locks and stronger locks for better security.
Business & commercial
Shop and office lockouts, master key systems, and access for staff changes.
Safes
Opening safes when the code or key is lost, plus safe servicing and installation.
How it works
Tell us the problem
Use the form. It takes under a minute.
A local locksmith calls you
They'll confirm the job, the price and when they can get to you.
Back in, sorted
You deal directly with the locksmith and pay them for the work.
Locked out right now? While you wait:
- Check every door and window, and whether anyone else has a spare key.
- If a child, pet or someone vulnerable is locked inside, or there's a risk to safety, call 111.
- Have ID ready. The locksmith will need to confirm the property or car is yours.
- Ask for the total price before work starts, including any after-hours fee.

More help for Invercargill
Areas we cover
Enquiries from all over Invercargill, plus nearby towns across Southland: Bluff, Otatara, Makarewa, Wallacetown, Woodlands, Riverton, Winton. If you're further out, send your details anyway and we'll check who can cover you.
- Appleby
- Avenal
- Georgetown
- Gladstone
- Glengarry
- Grasmere
- Hawthorndale
- Heidelberg
- Kew
- Kingswell
- Newfield
- Otatara
- Richmond
- Rosedale
- Strathern
- Waikiwi
- Waverley
- Windsor
- Bluff
- Makarewa
- Wallacetown
- Woodlands
- Riverton
- Winton
Common questions
How fast can a locksmith get to me in Invercargill?
It depends on the time of day and where you are, but for lockouts in Invercargill a local locksmith will usually call you back within minutes and give you an arrival time on the phone.
How much does a locksmith cost in Invercargill?
Most locksmiths charge a call-out fee plus labour and any parts, and after-hours call-outs usually cost more. Prices vary by job, so ask for the full price on the phone before the locksmith starts.
Can a locksmith get me in without damaging my door?
Usually, yes. Most house and car lockouts can be opened without damage. If a lock has to be drilled, a good locksmith will tell you first and explain the cost of replacing it.
Will I need to prove it's my house or car?
Yes. Expect to be asked for ID, and sometimes proof of address or vehicle ownership, before or after entry. It's there to protect you.
Do you cover areas outside Invercargill?
We take enquiries from Bluff, Otatara, Makarewa, Wallacetown, Woodlands, Riverton, Winton and the wider Southland area. Let us know your location and we'll check it can be covered.
Are you a locksmith?
No. Invercargill Locksmith is an independent referral service. We pass your enquiry to a trusted local locksmith, who contacts you directly and quotes for the job.