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You know that feeling when you can’t find your keys and you’re already running late. Or when you realize you only have one copy and if you lose it, you’re looking at a locksmith bill you didn’t budget for.
Having spare keys isn’t about being paranoid. It’s about not getting stuck outside your own house at 9 PM on a Tuesday. It’s about giving your kids or a trusted neighbor access without handing over your only copy. It’s about walking into a local shop, getting a clean duplicate cut in a few minutes, and knowing it’ll turn smoothly in your lock the first time you use it.
We’ve been cutting keys for Cheyney families and Delaware County homeowners for generations. The process is simple, the turnaround is fast, and the keys work. You’re not dealing with a kiosk that spits out a rough copy or a big box employee who’s learning on the job. You’re working with people who’ve done this thousands of times and actually care that you leave with a key that functions.
We’ve been in the locksmith business since the late 1800s. That’s not marketing talk—that’s actual family history passed down through five generations of locksmiths who learned the trade from the people who came before them.
Tom McCausland and his daughter Chrissy run the operation now from our Prospect Park storefront, serving Cheyney and the surrounding Delaware County area. They’re the fourth and fifth generation doing this work, and they handle everything from simple house key duplication to the challenge keys that stump other shops.
We’re a local business that’s been here longer than most of the buildings in town. When you need a locksmith in Cheyney, you’re not calling a national chain or hoping a mobile van shows up eventually. You’re working with people who know this area, understand what local homeowners need, and have the tools and expertise to deliver it right.
You bring in the key you want copied. Could be your front door key, back door, garage, shed—whatever you need duplicated.
We examine the key to figure out which blank matches it. We keep a huge inventory of key blanks in stock, including the hard-to-find ones that big box stores don’t carry. If it’s a standard residential key, we’ll have the blank ready to go. If it’s something more specialized, we’ll let you know what we can do.
Then we use professional-grade key cutting equipment to duplicate your key. This isn’t an automated kiosk—it’s precision machinery operated by someone who knows how to use it. The key gets cut, deburred, and checked to make sure it matches your original.
The whole process takes just a few minutes for most house keys. You wait, we cut, you leave with a working duplicate. No appointment needed for standard residential key duplication. You can stop by during business hours and get it done while you’re running other errands in the area.
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When you get keys duplicated at our shop, you’re getting more than just a piece of metal with some cuts in it. You’re getting a key that’s been cut accurately, tested for function, and made to last.
We can duplicate standard house keys, high-security keys, deadbolt keys, and specialty keys that other places turn away. If you’ve got an older lock or an unusual key that Home Depot can’t copy, bring it in. We love the challenge keys that require actual locksmith knowledge to duplicate correctly.
For Cheyney homeowners, this means you can get all your residential keys duplicated in one place without running around to multiple shops. Need three copies of your front door key, two copies of your back door, and one for the shed? Done. Need a key for a lock that’s been on your house since the 1970s? We’ll figure it out.
The keys we cut work smoothly from the first use. No sticking, no rough edges, no “almost fits but not quite.” Just clean, functional duplicates that do exactly what you need them to do. And if you ever have an issue, we’re right here in Prospect Park—not a call center three states away.
For standard residential keys, you’re looking at just a few minutes. You walk in with your original key, we identify the right blank, cut the duplicate, and you’re out the door.
Most house key duplication happens while you wait. There’s no need to drop off your key and come back later or schedule an appointment days out. Just stop by the shop during business hours and we’ll handle it on the spot.
If you need a specialty key or something more complex—like a high-security key or a restricted keyway—it might take a bit longer, but we’ll let you know upfront what to expect. The goal is always to get you a working key as quickly as possible without sacrificing accuracy.
Yes, we can duplicate high-security keys and work with restricted keyways. These aren’t the standard keys you’d get copied at a hardware store kiosk—they require specific blanks and locksmith expertise to duplicate correctly.
High-security keys often have additional features like sidebar cuts or dimples that make them harder to pick and harder to copy without authorization. If you have the original key and proper authorization, we can create duplicates that maintain the same security standards.
Restricted keyways are designed so that only authorized locksmiths can make copies, which gives you better control over who has access to your home. If you’re interested in upgrading to a restricted keyway system for better key control, we can talk through your options and what makes sense for your situation.
For standard house keys, key duplication is affordable—typically just a few dollars per key. The exact price depends on the type of key you need copied, but residential key duplication is one of the most cost-effective locksmith services you can get.
If you need a high-security key or something with special features, the cost goes up because the blanks are more expensive and the cutting process is more involved. But even specialty keys are usually much cheaper when you get them duplicated at a locksmith shop versus going through a dealership or manufacturer.
We’ll give you a clear price before we start any work. No surprises, no hidden fees. If you’re getting multiple keys copied at once, that’s even more cost-effective since you’re already here. The investment in spare keys now saves you from paying for emergency lockout service later, which is always going to cost more than a few duplicate keys.
Keys marked “Do Not Duplicate” fall into two categories: unrestricted keys and restricted keys. Unrestricted keys have that stamp, but there’s no legal penalty for duplicating them—it’s more of a request than an enforceable restriction.
Restricted keys, on the other hand, are protected by patent laws and can only be duplicated by authorized locksmiths with proper authorization from the original key holder. These keys usually look different from standard keys, with unique cuts or features that make them immediately recognizable.
If you bring in a “Do Not Duplicate” key, we’ll examine it and let you know whether it’s truly restricted or just stamped with that warning. If it’s restricted and you’re the authorized owner, we can help you get duplicates made through the proper channels. If it’s unrestricted, we’ll talk through your options based on your specific situation and needs.
Because getting locked out of your house is expensive, inconvenient, and always happens at the worst possible time. Emergency locksmith calls cost significantly more than a few duplicate keys, and they usually happen when you’re already stressed or running late.
Having spare keys means your kids can get in after school without you rushing home. It means a trusted neighbor or family member can check on your house when you’re away. It means if you lose your primary key, you’re not scrambling to find a locksmith who can come out right away and charge you emergency rates.
It’s one of those small preventative steps that saves you headaches down the road. Get a couple of spare keys made, keep one in a secure location, give one to someone you trust, and you’ve just eliminated one of the most common household emergencies people face. It takes a few minutes and costs very little compared to the alternative.
Probably, yes. We stock a huge variety of key blanks, including older and harder-to-find types that aren’t carried by big box stores or automated kiosks. If your home has original locks from decades ago, there’s a good chance we’ve seen that key type before and have the blank in stock.
Older homes in the Cheyney area often have locks that require specialty blanks or unusual key profiles. Those are exactly the kinds of keys we’re equipped to handle. We’ve been doing this for over a century, so we’ve built up inventory and knowledge that covers a wide range of residential locks.
If we don’t have the exact blank in stock—which is rare—we can usually source it or suggest an alternative solution. Bring your key in and we’ll figure it out. The “challenge keys” that other shops turn away are the ones we actually enjoy working on because they require real locksmith expertise, and that’s what we’re here for.
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