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You’re dealing with lost key fobs, former employees who still have access, and a system that takes three calls just to add one new person. That’s not security—that’s a liability.
Modern access control systems let you add or remove users from your phone in under a minute. You see who entered, when they entered, and which door they used. No more rekeying locks when someone quits. No more wondering if that side entrance was left unlocked overnight.
The difference shows up fast. Businesses that upgrade to door access control systems report 70% fewer security incidents and eliminate the constant costs of key replacement and lock changes. You’re not just protecting inventory or equipment. You’re protecting time, reducing insurance risk, and creating a record that actually holds up if something goes wrong.
We’ve been in the locksmith business since the late 1800s. We’re now the largest locksmith company in the Delaware Valley, and we’ve been serving Newtown businesses for decades—not because we’re the cheapest, but because we show up, do the work right, and don’t disappear when you need support.
Newtown sits in the 90th percentile for safety, which means most businesses here are proactive, not reactive. You’re not calling us after a break-in. You’re calling because you’re growing, your workforce is changing, or your current system is outdated and you know it. That’s the kind of customer we work best with—someone who values prevention over panic.
We’re licensed in Pennsylvania, BBB accredited, and we have a physical storefront in Prospect Park. You’re not dealing with a call center or a contractor who subcontracts the install. You’re working with a family business that’s been doing this longer than most companies have existed.
We start with a walkthrough of your building. You show us which doors need control, who needs access, and what your current pain points are. We’re not there to upsell you on features you don’t need—we’re there to understand how your team moves through the space and where the gaps are.
From there, we recommend a system that fits your layout and your growth plan. If you’re adding staff or opening new locations, we build that into the design. If you need integration with your existing security cameras or alarm system, we map that out before installation starts.
Installation typically takes one to two days depending on how many entry points you’re securing. We mount the readers, wire the controllers, connect everything to your network or cloud platform, and program your initial users. Before we leave, we walk you through how to add people, pull reports, and adjust access schedules. You’ll have our number for support, but the system is built to be simple enough that you won’t need us for every little change.
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Every access control system installation includes hardware, software setup, user programming, and a full warranty on labor and parts. You’re not paying for the install and then getting nickel-and-dimed for configuration or training.
We install systems that use mobile credentials, key cards, PIN codes, or biometric readers depending on what makes sense for your operation. If you’re in healthcare, retail, or warehousing, we account for high-traffic doors and the need for audit trails. If you’re running a small office in one of Newtown’s newer commercial developments, we keep it simple and scalable so you’re not locked into infrastructure you’ll outgrow in two years.
Newtown’s commercial growth means more businesses are moving into modern spaces with existing pre-wiring or legacy systems that need replacement. We handle both. If your building has old access hardware that’s failing or running on a server that’s about to die, we migrate you to a cloud-based platform that eliminates that single point of failure. You’ll manage everything from a browser or app, and your data gets backed up automatically.
Cost depends on how many doors you’re securing, what type of credentials you want, and whether you’re going cloud-based or on-premises. A basic two-door system with card readers and cloud management typically starts around $2,500 to $4,000 including installation. Larger buildings with ten or more entry points can run $10,000 to $20,000 depending on integration needs and hardware specs.
The real cost comparison isn’t just upfront price. It’s what you stop paying for. You eliminate key cutting, lock rekeying, and the labor cost of manually tracking who has access. You also reduce theft and unauthorized entry, which for most businesses adds up to thousands per year. We give you a fixed quote after the walkthrough so there’s no surprise billing.
You can manage it yourself. Cloud-based access control systems are designed for business owners and office managers, not IT departments. Adding a new employee takes about 30 seconds—you enter their name, assign their doors, set their schedule, and send them their credential. Removing someone is even faster.
If you want your IT team involved, they can handle network setup and integrations with other security platforms. But day-to-day user management doesn’t require technical skills. We train you during installation, and the interface is straightforward enough that you won’t need a manual open next to you every time you make a change.
Access control systems store credentials locally at each door, so if your internet drops, people can still get in using their cards or phones. The system continues to log entries locally and syncs everything back to the cloud once connectivity returns. You won’t lose access or data during an outage.
For power loss, most controllers have battery backup that keeps the system running for several hours. If you’re in a facility where uptime is critical—like a healthcare office or 24-hour operation—we can add uninterruptible power supplies to extend that backup window. The locks themselves can be configured to fail secure (stay locked) or fail safe (unlock) depending on fire code and your security priorities.
You log into the management platform from any device, click “add user,” enter their details, assign which doors they can access, and set their active hours. If they only need access during business hours or specific days, you configure that upfront. The system enforces it automatically.
When someone leaves, you deactivate their credential immediately. Their card or phone access stops working within seconds, and you have a record of their last entry. No need to collect keys, rekey locks, or wonder if they made a copy. This is especially useful in Newtown’s growing business environment where turnover happens and you need fast, reliable control over who’s in your building.
Most modern access control systems integrate with video surveillance and alarm platforms. We can link your door readers to your cameras so that every time someone badges in, the system pulls up video of that entry. If there’s an access denial or forced door event, the system can trigger your alarm and send you an alert with a video clip.
Integration depends on what equipment you currently have. If you’re running newer IP-based cameras and a compatible alarm panel, integration is straightforward. If your existing systems are older or proprietary, we’ll let you know during the walkthrough whether integration is possible or if you’re better off upgrading those components at the same time. The goal is a unified security setup where everything talks to everything else without you managing five separate apps.
A standard two to four door installation usually takes one full day. Larger buildings with more entry points, existing wiring issues, or integration with other security systems can take two to three days. We schedule the work to minimize disruption—most of the installation happens during off-hours or in phases so you’re not locked out of your own building.
After the physical install, we spend time programming users, testing each door, and walking you through the management platform. You’re not left with a system you don’t know how to use. We make sure you’re comfortable adding people, pulling reports, and adjusting schedules before we consider the job complete.
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