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You’re done chasing down keys every time someone quits or loses theirs. With a proper access control system installation, you manage everything from your phone or computer—add users, remove access, check entry logs, all without cutting a single new key.
Your building gets 24/7 protection that actually works. No more wondering if someone made copies of keys before they left. No more emergency lockouts because the person with the key called in sick.
You get real-time alerts when doors open after hours. You see exactly who entered and when. And if you need to let someone in remotely—a delivery driver, a contractor, an employee who forgot their credential—you can do it from wherever you are. That’s the difference between hoping your building is secure and knowing it is.
We’ve been in the security business since the late 1800s. We’re not a van with a phone number—we’re a family operation with a storefront in Prospect Park and over 140 years of solving problems that other locksmiths walk away from.
We’re the largest locksmith company serving the Delaware Valley, and we’ve stayed that way by doing the work right the first time. Chuck and Tom McCausland represent the fourth generation running this business, and they still show up to jobs. We stock parts others don’t carry. We fix locks others say are unfixable. And when we install an access control system for your business in Middletown, PA, it’s built to last and backed by people who’ll be here when you need service.
First, we come out and look at your building. We’re checking door types, traffic patterns, how many entry points you need to secure, and what kind of system makes sense for how you actually operate. This isn’t a sales pitch—it’s a real assessment.
Then we walk you through options. Cloud-based systems that you manage from anywhere. Biometric readers if you want that level of security. Card readers, keypad entry, mobile credentials—whatever fits your needs and budget. We explain what each option does and what it costs, and we don’t upsell you on features you won’t use.
Once you approve the plan, we schedule the installation. Our techs show up on time with everything they need. We mount the hardware, run the wiring, integrate it with your existing security setup if you have one, and program the system. Before we leave, we test every door, train your team on how to use it, and make sure you can manage users on your own. You get our number for support, and if something goes wrong, we’re typically there within 30 to 60 minutes in Delaware County.
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You’re getting a system designed for your building—not a cookie-cutter setup. That means door access control systems matched to your entry points, whether it’s a single front door or a multi-building facility with gates and interior restricted areas.
We handle everything: hardware installation, software setup, user programming, and integration with your current security cameras or alarm systems if needed. You’ll have remote management so you can grant or revoke access from your phone. You’ll get audit trails that log every entry and exit, which matters when you’re dealing with compliance requirements or investigating an incident.
For businesses in Middletown and across Pennsylvania, this is critical. Property crime rates here are real—Pennsylvania sees over 192,000 property crimes a year, and commercial properties get hit hard. In 2023 alone, more than 42,000 office buildings were burglarized. A proper building access control system doesn’t just keep people out—it gives you documentation, accountability, and the ability to respond fast when something’s wrong. And if you ever need to scale up, cloud-based systems let you add doors or locations without ripping everything out and starting over.
It depends on how many doors you’re securing and what type of system you choose. A single-door setup with a basic card reader might run a few thousand dollars. A multi-door system with biometric readers, cloud management, and integration with video surveillance will cost more.
Cloud-based systems usually have lower upfront costs because you’re not buying on-premise servers, but you’ll pay a monthly subscription fee. On-premise systems cost more up front but don’t have recurring software fees. We price it out based on your actual needs—not what we want to sell you.
What matters more than the sticker price is what you’re getting. Cheap systems fail, require constant service calls, and leave gaps in your security. We install systems that work and last, and we back them with a warranty on both parts and labor. If you want a real number, call us and we’ll come out and give you an honest quote based on your building.
You can manage it yourself. That’s the whole point of modern access control systems—you don’t need to call a locksmith every time you hire or fire someone.
We set up the system and train you or your team on how to add users, delete credentials, adjust access schedules, and pull reports. Most systems have a web portal or mobile app that’s straightforward to use. If you can manage a Google Calendar, you can manage this.
That said, we’re here if you need us. Some businesses prefer to have us handle everything—seasonal access changes, system updates, troubleshooting. Others only call when they’re adding new doors or upgrading hardware. It’s your choice. We’re not trying to create dependency; we’re giving you control. But if something breaks or you get stuck, you’ve got our number and we respond fast.
If the system goes down, most setups have fail-safe modes. Depending on how we configure it, doors either stay locked (fail-secure) or unlock (fail-safe) during a power outage or system failure. We help you decide which makes sense for each door based on safety codes and your security priorities.
For lockouts, it depends on the cause. If someone forgot their credential, you can let them in remotely through the app or issue a temporary code. If the hardware fails, we’re usually on-site within 30 to 60 minutes in Delaware County to get it working again.
Cloud-based systems have an advantage here—they’re less likely to go down because they’re not dependent on a single server in your building. If your internet goes out, most systems cache credentials locally so the doors keep working. We walk through all these scenarios during installation so you know exactly what to expect and how to respond.
Most likely, yes. Modern access control systems are built to integrate with video surveillance, alarm systems, and even employee time-tracking software. We assess what you currently have and determine compatibility before we start.
Integration means when someone badges in, your cameras start recording that door. If someone tries to force entry, your alarm triggers and you get an alert. If you’re using the system for time and attendance, employee check-ins sync with your payroll software. It all works together instead of running on separate platforms.
If your current equipment is too old or incompatible, we’ll tell you up front. Sometimes it makes sense to upgrade everything at once. Other times we can work around it. Either way, you’ll know what’s possible and what it costs before we do anything. We’ve been doing this long enough to make almost any system talk to another—we stock parts and have the experience to handle integrations that newer companies can’t figure out.
For a single door, we can usually get it done in a day. For multi-door systems or buildings that need extensive wiring, it might take a few days depending on the complexity and whether we’re integrating with other security systems.
We schedule installations to minimize disruption. If you can’t have us working during business hours, we’ll come in after hours or on weekends. We’re not going to leave your building unsecured or half-finished at the end of the day—every door is functional before we leave, even if we’re coming back the next day to finish programming or integration work.
The timeline also depends on equipment availability. Most of the hardware we use is in stock or ships fast, but if you’re requesting specialized readers or custom configurations, that can add time. We give you a realistic schedule during the estimate, and we stick to it. No surprises, no dragging jobs out longer than necessary.
Yes. We’re not the kind of company that installs a system and disappears. You get a warranty on the work we do—both parts and labor. If something fails because of how we installed it, we come back and fix it at no charge during the warranty period.
Beyond that, we offer ongoing support and maintenance contracts if you want them. Regular maintenance means we check the system, update software, replace worn components before they fail, and make sure everything’s running the way it should. Some businesses prefer this. Others only call when they need something.
Either way, we’re local and we’re responsive. If you have an issue, you’re calling a company that’s been serving this area for over a century—not a call center three states away. We typically respond to service requests within 30 to 60 minutes in Delaware County, and our trucks carry the parts to fix most problems on the spot. That’s the advantage of working with a real locksmith company that stocks inventory and knows what we’re doing.
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