B&G Locksmith installs smart locks on apartment doors, townhouses, storefronts, and office suites throughout Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Bushwick, Bed-Stuy, and the rest of Brooklyn. We carry locks at our counter inside B&G Hardware at 210 Roebling St. You can walk in, look at the hardware in person, and have it installed the same day. No waiting on a shipped box. No watching a YouTube tutorial at midnight.
What smart lock brands and models does B&G Locksmith carry and install?
We work with the brands that actually hold up in New York City conditions - heavy steel doors, high humidity in older buildings, and tenants who use the front door a dozen times a day.
- Schlage Encode Plus - A Wi-Fi deadbolt with Apple Home Key support. No hub required. Works with iPhone tap-to-unlock. Price range: $200 to $280 for the lock, plus installation.
- Schlage Encode - The standard Wi-Fi version without Apple Home Key. Reliable, built-in alarm technology, and a physical key backup. Price range: $150 to $220 for the lock.
- Yale Assure Lock 2 - A slim, key-free deadbolt with touchscreen or touchpad options. Works with Yale Access, Alexa, and Google Home. Price range: $130 to $200 for the lock.
- August Wi-Fi Smart Lock - Retrofits over your existing deadbolt, so your outside keyway stays the same. Good option for renters who want smart access without changing the exterior hardware. Price range: $100 to $160 for the lock.
- Kwikset Halo Touch - Fingerprint and keypad entry. Solid mid-range option for homeowners in Bed-Stuy or Bushwick who want biometric access without a commercial price tag. Price range: $150 to $200 for the lock.
Installation labor varies based on door prep, existing hardware, and whether wiring or door reinforcement is needed. We give you a straight number before we start work.
How does the smart lock installation process work at B&G Locksmith?
The process is simple and usually takes under an hour for a standard apartment deadbolt replacement.
- Assessment - We check your door thickness, backset measurement (usually 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inches), bore hole diameter, and whether the existing strike plate needs reinforcement. Older Brooklyn brownstone doors sometimes need a small adjustment.
- Hardware selection - If you have not already chosen a model, we show you options at the counter or on-site. We match the lock to your door prep and your priorities - whether that is app control, keypad only, or Apple Home Key.
- Installation - We remove the old deadbolt, install the new smart lock, test the alignment, and make sure the latch and bolt throw smoothly. We do not leave until it works correctly.
- Setup and walkthrough - We help you connect the lock to your Wi-Fi or app. We walk you through adding access codes for family members, dog walkers, or Airbnb guests if applicable.
For commercial spaces in Downtown Brooklyn or East Williamsburg lofts with multiple users, we can also configure master code hierarchies and audit trail access.
Why hire a Williamsburg locksmith instead of doing it yourself?
Smart locks fail most often at installation, not during use. A misaligned bolt puts stress on the motor and shortens the lock's life. A door that does not close squarely will trigger false alarms and drain the battery in weeks. These are common problems in Brooklyn's older housing stock - pre-war buildings, converted warehouses, and wood-frame rowhouses where doors have settled over decades.
A professional install catches those issues before they become problems. We also handle the details that the box instructions skip:
- Reinforcing a weak strike plate so the smart lock is actually secure
- Adjusting a door that rubs or does not close flush
- Choosing the right lock when a door has a non-standard thickness or a rim cylinder setup
- Advising renters in Williamsburg and Greenpoint on reversible installs that satisfy most landlords
B&G Locksmith is the locksmith side of B&G Hardware. Our counter is at 210 Roebling St in Williamsburg. You can walk in for advice, pick up hardware the same day, or schedule an installation. For jobs across Brooklyn and the five boroughs, we come to you. Call us at (347) 699-9268 to get started.
Frequently asked questions
Can a smart lock be installed on a New York City apartment door?
Yes. Most NYC apartment doors use standard deadbolt preps that accept smart locks. A locksmith will check your door thickness, backset, and existing hardware before recommending a model that fits without modification.
Do smart locks work if the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth goes down?
Most do. Schlage Encode and Yale Assure both allow keypad entry even without a network connection. Some models also accept a physical key as a backup, which we strongly recommend for NYC renters.
Will my landlord allow a smart lock in Williamsburg or Brooklyn?
Many do, especially if the lock is rekeyed back to the original key profile on move-out. Talking to your super or landlord before installation avoids disputes. We can advise on reversible installs.
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