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You’re not just buying door hardware. You’re getting control back.
No more rekeying locks when someone quits or loses a key. No more wondering if that side entrance was secured. No more handing out physical keys that get copied or never returned. A proper access control system installation means you grant access from your phone, see who entered and when, and revoke credentials instantly if someone leaves your company.
Your building in Edgmont deserves better than outdated lock-and-key security. Businesses across Delaware County are dealing with the same problem: traditional locks create liability, cost money every time there’s turnover, and give you zero visibility into who’s actually accessing your property. Door access control systems fix that. You’ll reduce your risk, cut your rekeying costs, and sleep better knowing your building is locked down the right way.
We’ve been in the locksmith business since the late 1800s. We’re not a franchise or a call center. We’re a family-run operation—Tom McCausland and his daughter Chrissy—and we run the largest locksmith company in the Delaware Valley from our Prospect Park storefront.
We’ve seen every lock problem there is. We’ve handled everything from simple key copies to complex commercial security installations across Edgmont, Media, Springfield, and the rest of Delaware County. When you call us, you’re getting 140 years of expertise and a team that shows up when we say we will. No subcontractors. No runaround.
First, we come to your building in Edgmont for a free walk-through. We look at your doors, your layout, your current security setup, and we listen to what you actually need. Not every business needs the same system, and we’re not going to sell you features you won’t use.
Next, we recommend the right access control system for your situation. That might be card readers, keypad entry, biometric scanners, or mobile credentials. We work with the best manufacturers—Kwikset, Medeco, Schlage—so you’re getting quality components that last. We’ll also talk through integration with any existing security systems, cameras, or alarm monitoring you already have.
Then we install it. Our technicians handle the entire access control systems installation from start to finish: mounting hardware, running wiring, programming credentials, and testing every entry point. We make sure your system works before we leave, and we train your team on how to add users, run reports, and manage access levels. If something goes wrong down the road, we’re a local call away—not a 1-800 number three states over.
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You get a system designed for your building. We install door entry systems on exterior doors, interior restricted areas, server rooms, storage areas—anywhere you need to control access. If you’ve got a gate, loading dock, or side entrance that’s been a security weak point, we handle gate access control systems too.
You get real control over credentials. Add a new employee in seconds. Remove someone the day they leave. Set access schedules so certain people can only enter during business hours. Get alerts if someone tries to access a restricted area. All of this happens from a central system you can manage on-site or remotely.
Edgmont businesses face the same security challenges as the rest of Delaware County: rising property crime, employee turnover, and the need to protect assets without spending a fortune on security guards. A building access control system gives you 24/7 protection and a digital record of every entry. If something goes missing or there’s an incident, you’ll have a log of who was in the building and when. That’s not just security—it’s accountability and peace of mind.
It depends on how many doors you’re securing and what type of system you need. A basic card reader setup for one or two doors might run a few thousand dollars. A multi-door system with biometric readers, mobile credentials, and cloud management will cost more.
The real question is what it costs you not to have one. Every time you rekey a lock, that’s $100-$300 per door. Every time a former employee still has a key, that’s a liability. Every time you can’t prove who entered your building, that’s a risk. Most Edgmont businesses find that access control systems pay for themselves within a year or two just in rekeying savings and reduced security incidents.
We give you a transparent quote after the walk-through. No surprise fees, no upselling you on stuff you don’t need. Just an honest price for a system that works.
Yes. Most modern access control systems can integrate with CCTV, alarm systems, and even building management software. When someone badges in, your camera can automatically start recording that door. If there’s a forced entry, your alarm and access system can communicate to lock down other areas.
We handle integration during the installation. If you’ve already got cameras or an alarm system, we’ll make sure everything talks to each other properly. If you don’t have cameras yet, we can install those too—we specialize in all types of access control and CCTV systems.
The goal is a unified security setup where everything works together, not a bunch of separate systems you have to manage independently. That’s how you get real security, not just a collection of hardware.
We service what we install. If something goes wrong with your door entry systems, you call us directly—not a national help desk. We’re local to Delaware County, and we typically arrive within 20 to 30 minutes for emergency service.
Most issues are simple: a card reader needs reprogramming, a door strike isn’t aligned right, or someone needs their credentials reset. We handle those fast. If there’s a hardware failure, we carry parts from the major manufacturers and can usually get you back up and running the same day.
We also offer preventive maintenance. Access control systems are reliable, but like any technology, they benefit from regular checkups. We’ll test your readers, inspect your door hardware, update software, and make sure everything’s running smoothly before a small issue becomes a big problem.
Yes, with the right setup. Most commercial access control systems have battery backup that keeps the system running during a power outage. Your doors will still lock and unlock, and your credentials will still work.
Some systems default to “fail-secure” mode, meaning doors stay locked when power is lost. Others are “fail-safe,” meaning they unlock automatically for fire safety reasons. Which one you need depends on your building type and local fire codes. We’ll make sure your system is configured correctly during installation.
If you’re in a location where power outages are common, we can also install uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to keep your entire system running for hours. The point is, your building stays secure even when the lights go out.
For a small business with two or three doors, we can usually complete the installation in a day. Larger buildings with multiple entry points, integration requirements, or complex wiring might take two to three days.
We don’t rush the job. Access control systems installation involves running wiring, mounting hardware, programming the system, and testing every single door to make sure it locks and unlocks correctly. We also train your staff on how to use the system before we leave.
The timeline also depends on your building. If we’re retrofitting an older building in Edgmont, we might need to run new wiring or reinforce door frames. If it’s new construction, the process is faster. We’ll give you a realistic timeline during the walk-through so you can plan accordingly.
Yes. Mobile credentials are one of the fastest-growing trends in access control, and they work great for businesses that want to eliminate physical cards. Employees download an app, and their phone becomes their key. They tap or wave their phone at the reader, and the door unlocks.
Mobile access is convenient because you can’t forget your phone the way you forget a card. It’s also more secure—if someone loses their phone, you deactivate their credentials remotely in seconds. No need to collect a card or worry about someone using it.
Not every business needs mobile credentials, but if your team is already phone-dependent and you want a modern, flexible system, it’s worth considering. We install systems that support cards, key fobs, PINs, biometrics, and mobile credentials—whatever fits your operation best.
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