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Standing outside your house because the lock won’t turn isn’t just inconvenient. It throws off your whole day. You’ve got work, kids to pick up, groceries melting in the car.
When you call McCausland Lock Service, you’re not waiting hours. Most Collingdale calls get a response within 20-30 minutes. We get you back inside without damaging your door, your frame, or your budget.
Once you’re in, we can handle whatever caused the problem in the first place. Worn-out lock? We’ll replace it. Lost your keys? We’ll rekey the whole house so those old keys stop working and cut you a fresh set. You’re not just back inside—you’re secure again.
Our family has been handling locks since the late 1800s. Today, Tom McCausland and his daughter Chrissy run the largest locksmith operation in the Delaware Valley from our Prospect Park storefront, just minutes from Collingdale.
That’s not a marketing line. It’s over 140 years of actual locksmithing work—house calls, business security, car lockouts, everything. When you call us, you’re getting people who’ve seen every lock problem there is and know exactly how to fix it right the first time.
We’re not a call center dispatching random contractors. We’re local, family-owned, and we’ve been serving Collingdale and the surrounding Delaware County area for generations. You’ll get the same quality work your neighbors have trusted for decades.
You call or text us with your situation. Locked out, need new locks, key broke off in the door—whatever it is. We give you a real price estimate right then, not some vague range that triples when we show up.
We dispatch someone from our mobile fleet. If you’re in Collingdale, that’s usually 20-30 minutes. They arrive with the tools and parts needed to handle residential locksmith work on the spot.
For a home lockout, we get you in without breaking anything. For residential rekeying services, we change the internal pins so your old keys don’t work anymore and cut new ones for you. For new lock installation, we remove the old hardware and install quality deadbolts, door knobs, or electronic locks—whatever you need. We use OEM parts, not cheap knockoffs, so you won’t be calling us back next month with the same problem.
You pay the price we quoted. No hidden fees, no “emergency surcharges,” no credit card games. Then you’re done.
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Residential rekeying services are one of the most requested things we do in Collingdale. You just bought a house, a roommate moved out, you lost a key—whatever the reason, you need to know who can get in. We rekey your existing locks so all the old keys are useless and give you a new set. Takes less time than you’d think.
New lock installation covers deadbolt services, mortise locks, electronic locks, door knobs and levers, even mailbox locks. If you’re upgrading security or replacing worn-out hardware, we’ll walk you through what makes sense for your situation. Collingdale has a mix of older homes and newer builds, so lock needs vary. We’re not going to sell you high-security commercial hardware for a basic side door.
Home lockout situations happen. Keys get left inside, locks jam, kids turn the deadbolt. We’ve handled hundreds of these in Delaware County. You’re not stuck outside for hours hoping we show up eventually.
Lock repair is straightforward—if the lock can be fixed without compromising security, we fix it. If it’s too worn or damaged, we’ll tell you and replace it. We’re authorized to service Kwikset, Medeco, and Schlage, so your locks get manufacturer-approved parts and service.
Rekeying a standard residential lock takes about 10-15 minutes per lock once we’re on site. If you’re rekeying your whole house—front door, back door, side door, garage entry—figure around an hour for most Collingdale homes.
The process involves disassembling the lock cylinder, removing the old pins, installing new pins that match your new key, and reassembling everything. We do this work right at your door. You don’t need to remove the locks or take them anywhere.
We can rekey most locks to work on the same key, which is convenient if you don’t want to carry five different keys for five different doors. Once we’re done, every old key stops working immediately. You get a new set cut on the spot, and you’re secure again.
Rekeying changes the internal pins inside your existing lock so old keys won’t work anymore. The lock hardware stays the same. It’s faster and cheaper, usually running $50-$100 per lock depending on the type.
Replacing means taking out the entire lock and installing new hardware. You’d do this if the lock is damaged, outdated, or you want to upgrade security—like switching from a basic knob lock to a deadbolt, or adding electronic locks.
If your locks are in good shape and you just need to control who has access, rekeying makes sense. If the hardware is worn out, the lock is sticking, or you want better security features, replacement is the better call. We’ll look at your situation and tell you what actually makes sense instead of just pushing the more expensive option.
No. The price we quote you on the phone is what you pay, whether it’s 2 PM on a Tuesday or 11 PM on a Saturday.
A lot of locksmiths hit you with “emergency fees” or “after-hours charges” that weren’t mentioned when you called in a panic. We don’t operate that way. Lockouts are stressful enough without worrying about surprise charges.
We give you a clear price based on the work that needs to be done—unlocking the door, rekeying, replacing hardware, whatever it is. That’s the number. If something changes once we see the situation in person, we tell you before doing additional work. You’re never stuck with a bill you didn’t agree to.
Yes. We install and service electronic locks, keyless entry systems, smart locks, and keypad deadbolts for Collingdale homes.
These systems range from basic keypad entry (you punch in a code instead of using a key) to fully connected smart locks you can control from your phone. Some let you create temporary codes for house guests or service people, then delete them when you don’t need access anymore.
Installation is similar to a standard deadbolt but involves some additional setup—programming codes, connecting to your WiFi if it’s a smart lock, making sure the batteries are seated correctly. We’ll show you how to use it, how to change codes, and what to do if the battery dies (most have a backup option).
Not every door works with every electronic lock. We’ll look at your door thickness, the existing holes, and what you’re trying to accomplish before recommending specific products. The goal is something that actually works for your situation, not just the newest gadget.
Call us first. Don’t try to force the door open, break a window, or jimmy the lock with random tools. You’ll end up with a bigger repair bill and possibly a broken door frame or damaged lock.
While you’re waiting for us to arrive (usually 20-30 minutes in Collingdale), check if there’s an unlocked window or back door you might have forgotten about. Sometimes a garage side door or basement window is open. If you’ve got a trusted neighbor who has a spare key, that’s worth checking too.
If you’re locked out because you lost your keys or they were stolen, we can get you back in and rekey your locks during the same visit. That way, whoever has those missing keys can’t use them. It’s one service call instead of two, and you’re secure again without worrying about who might show up later with your old keys.
New lock installation typically runs $100-$200 per door, depending on the type of lock you’re installing. A basic deadbolt costs less than a high-security lock or an electronic keypad system.
That price includes removing your old hardware, installing the new lock, making sure everything is aligned and working smoothly, and cutting keys. If there’s extra work—like drilling new holes because the new lock doesn’t line up with the old one, or repairing a damaged door frame—we’ll tell you what that costs before we do it.
We use quality locks from manufacturers like Kwikset, Schlage, and Medeco. These aren’t the cheapest options at the big box store, but they’re not the most expensive either. They’re the ones that actually hold up and don’t need replacing in two years. If you already bought locks and just need installation, we can handle that too.
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