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Your door knob should work every single time you touch it. No wiggling the handle to get it to latch. No wondering if the lock actually engaged when you left for work.
When we install door hardware in Boothwyn homes, you’re getting OEM parts that match your door’s specifications and a locksmith who’s seen every possible installation challenge in homes built anywhere from the 1940s to last year. That matters in an area where 70% of residents own their homes and the median build year is 1972—older homes have quirks that a hardware store employee can’t troubleshoot.
You also get an installation that meets your actual security needs. A loose door knob isn’t just annoying. It’s a vulnerability. The latch mechanism doesn’t align right, the strike plate shifts, and suddenly your deadbolt is doing all the work it was never meant to do alone.
We install it correctly the first time so you’re not calling someone back in three months when the screws strip out or the handle starts sagging again.
The McCausland family has been doing locksmith work since the late 1800s. That’s not marketing language—it’s just true. Fourth-generation locksmith Tom McCausland and his daughter Chrissy run the largest locksmith operation in the Delaware Valley from our Prospect Park storefront, just minutes from Boothwyn.
You’re not getting a handyman who watched a YouTube video. You’re getting a team that’s seen every door knob problem that exists in Delaware County’s housing stock, from pre-war colonials to new construction townhomes.
We’re members of the American Locksmith Association of Pennsylvania, fully licensed and insured, and we stock our mobile units with parts from Kwikset, Schlage, Medeco, Baldwin, and Yale. When you call, we show up with what you actually need.
You call or message us with your door hardware issue. We ask a few questions about your door type, the hardware you want installed, and whether this is a replacement or new installation. That helps us know what to bring.
We typically arrive within 20-30 minutes for emergency calls, longer for scheduled appointments. Our dispatch system identifies the closest technician to your Boothwyn location, so you’re not waiting around all day.
Once we’re there, we assess the door and frame condition. If you’re replacing old hardware, we check for any damage to the bore hole or edge prep that needs addressing. If it’s a new installation, we measure and mark everything to manufacturer specs before we drill.
We install the door knob or lever using the right techniques for your specific door material and thickness. That includes proper alignment of the latch mechanism, correct strike plate positioning, and making sure the spindle engages smoothly. We test it multiple times before we leave.
You get a working door knob that latches correctly, locks securely, and doesn’t require any follow-up adjustment. If there’s a workmanship issue, we come back and make it right.
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Professional door knob installation means we handle the full scope of work. We’re not just screwing in a handle and calling it done.
For Boothwyn homeowners, that often includes working with older door frames that have settled over time or bore holes that don’t quite match modern hardware dimensions. We adapt the installation to your specific door condition without compromising security or function.
We also make sure your installation meets ADA requirements if needed—handle height, lever operation force, and clearance specifications matter for accessibility. With Boothwyn’s median population age at 46 and a significant portion of residents in the 45-64 bracket, aging-in-place considerations come up more than you’d think.
You’re also getting hardware recommendations based on actual use patterns. A busy family entry door needs different hardware than a guest bedroom. A door that leads to an attached garage in a neighborhood with 64% single-family detached homes has different security needs than an interior door.
We carry residential and commercial grade options, and we’ll tell you honestly which one makes sense for your situation and budget.
A straightforward replacement on a standard door usually takes 20-30 minutes. That’s if the existing bore holes are in good shape and the new hardware fits without modification.
It takes longer if we’re installing hardware on a door that’s never had it, if the door frame needs repair, or if we’re upgrading from a passage knob to a keyed entry set. New installations require precise measurement and drilling, which we’re not rushing through.
Older homes in Boothwyn sometimes have non-standard door thicknesses or bore hole placements that don’t match current hardware specs. When that happens, we adapt the installation properly rather than forcing hardware that doesn’t fit. That might add time, but it’s the difference between a door knob that works and one that fails in six months.
Usually, yes. We stock and can order from most major manufacturers—Kwikset, Schlage, Baldwin, Yale, Medeco—so matching finish and style across your home is typically straightforward.
The challenge comes when you have discontinued hardware or custom pieces from a builder who used obscure suppliers. In those cases, we can often find close matches or suggest updated options that complement your existing hardware without looking out of place.
If you’re replacing hardware throughout your Boothwyn home, we can also help you choose a consistent style that fits your home’s age and architecture. A 1940s colonial looks right with different hardware than a 1990s split-level, and we’ve installed enough of both to know what works.
A loose door knob usually means stripped screws, worn mounting plates, or a spindle that’s not properly seated. Sometimes it’s a quick tightening job. Sometimes the internal mechanism is worn and needs replacement.
We can assess it on-site and tell you whether it’s worth repairing or if you’re better off replacing it. If the hardware is builder-grade and already showing wear, throwing more money at repairs doesn’t make sense. You’ll be calling again in a few months.
If it’s quality hardware that just needs adjustment or a couple replacement parts, we’ll fix it and save you the cost of full replacement. We’re not here to sell you things you don’t need. But we’re also not going to patch something that’s fundamentally worn out and pretend it’s a long-term solution.
Yes. We install, program, and service electronic locks including keypad entry systems, smart locks, and access control hardware for residential properties.
Electronic locks require correct installation to function reliably. The strike alignment has to be precise or the motorized latch won’t engage properly. The door needs to close smoothly without binding. Battery compartment access needs to stay clear.
We also make sure you understand how to program user codes, connect to your phone if it’s a smart lock, and what to do if the batteries die. A lot of homeowners install these themselves and then can’t figure out the programming or run into issues when the door doesn’t latch consistently.
For Boothwyn residents who travel frequently or want to give temporary access to contractors or family members, electronic locks make sense. We’ll walk you through which systems are actually reliable and which ones create more problems than they solve.
The main difference is knowing how to handle problems when they come up. If your door is standard and the hardware fits perfectly, DIY installation can work fine. But most doors aren’t perfectly standard.
We run into misaligned bore holes, doors that have swelled or warped over time, frames that aren’t plumb, and strike plates that need shimming to get proper latch engagement. If you don’t know how to diagnose and fix those issues, you end up with a door knob that sort of works but never quite feels right.
Professional installation also means proper torque on mounting screws, correct spindle length for your door thickness, and strike plate positioning that actually reinforces security rather than just looking installed. We’ve fixed plenty of DIY jobs where the homeowner got frustrated and called us to redo it correctly. You can skip that step and get it done right the first time.
Installation costs depend on the complexity of the job and the hardware you’re installing. A basic replacement runs less than a full new installation that requires drilling and frame prep.
Locksmith rates in this area typically run $75-$150 per hour depending on the service complexity and timing. Emergency or after-hours calls cost more than scheduled appointments. The hardware itself ranges from $30 for basic passage knobs to $300+ for high-security or electronic entry sets.
We give you a clear quote before we start work so you know exactly what you’re paying. No surprise charges, no padding the bill with unnecessary services. If we find additional issues once we start—like a damaged door frame that needs repair—we discuss it with you before proceeding. You decide whether the extra work makes sense or if you want to handle it differently.
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