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You know that moment when you’re carrying groceries and the door knob decides not to cooperate? That’s done.
Professional door knob installation means hardware that actually fits your door. Not almost fits. Not “good enough for now.” Fits the way it’s supposed to, with the latch aligned, the strike plate positioned correctly, and the whole mechanism working smoothly every single time you turn it.
Most door knob problems come from improper installation. The holes don’t line up quite right. The screws strip out after a few months. The latch doesn’t catch unless you lift the door handle just so. When you’re dealing with Concordville’s mix of historic homes and newer construction, you need someone who knows how different door types behave and what hardware actually works long-term.
You get hardware that turns easily, locks securely, and doesn’t need constant adjustment. No more jiggling. No more hoping it catches. Just open, close, lock, done.
The McCausland family has been doing locksmith work since the late 1800s. That’s not marketing talk—it’s just fact.
Tom McCausland and his daughter Chrissy run the largest locksmith operation in the Delaware Valley today. Fourth generation. We’ve installed door hardware in every type of home Concordville has—the old stone colonials on Smithbridge Road, the developments off Route 1, the renovated farmhouses scattered through Delaware County.
When you’ve been serving the same area for over a century, you learn what works and what doesn’t. You know which door knob brands hold up and which ones you’ll be replacing in two years. You understand how Delaware County’s weather affects door frames and what that means for hardware installation. That’s the difference between someone who just installs door knobs and someone who knows doors.
You call or contact us with what’s going on. Maybe your door knob is loose, maybe you’re upgrading to a new style, maybe you just moved in and want fresh hardware. We ask a few questions about your door type and what you’re looking for.
We schedule a time that works for you. Our technicians show up when we say we will, usually within a day or two for standard installations. If it’s an emergency lockout situation, we’re there in 20-30 minutes.
The actual installation happens during one visit. We remove the old hardware, check the door prep, and install the new door knob or lever. If the existing holes need adjustment or the door frame needs work, we handle that too. We test everything before we leave—the latch, the lock mechanism, the way the door closes. You shouldn’t have to call us back next month because something’s loose.
For smart locks or keyless entry systems, we make sure the electronics integrate properly with your setup. That means checking your door’s thickness, confirming the deadbolt aligns, and programming the system so it actually works the way you expect.
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Professional installation using OEM parts from manufacturers like Kwikset, Schlage, and Medeco. Not aftermarket knockoffs. Not “just as good” alternatives. The actual parts designed for your specific hardware.
You get someone who assesses your door before installing anything. Concordville homes vary wildly—some doors are solid wood, some are hollow core, some are steel, some are fiberglass. The installation approach changes based on what you’re working with. Your door knob needs to match your door’s backset, thickness, and bore hole size, or it won’t work right no matter how well it’s installed.
We handle everything from basic passage knobs for bedroom doors to high-security deadbolts for exterior entries. Lever installation for accessibility. Smart lock integration for keyless entry. Door hardware upgrades that improve both security and curb appeal for homes in Concordville’s competitive real estate market where median sale prices hit $550K.
The work gets done in one visit. No “we’ll come back next week to finish.” No leaving you with a door that doesn’t lock overnight. You get functional, secure door hardware the same day we show up.
Most door knob installations run between $150-$250 total, including labor and standard hardware. That’s for a typical residential door with normal prep work.
The range exists because not all installations are the same. If you’re replacing an existing door knob with similar hardware, it’s straightforward. If you’re switching from a knob to a lever, or installing a smart lock where a basic keyed entry used to be, there’s more involved. Sometimes the door needs new holes drilled or existing holes enlarged. Sometimes the strike plate needs repositioning or the door frame needs reinforcement.
Labor typically runs $50-125 depending on complexity. A basic bedroom passage knob takes maybe 20 minutes. A high-security deadbolt with reinforced strike plate and smart lock integration takes longer. We give you a clear price before starting work, so you know exactly what you’re paying and why.
Yes, but here’s what you should know first. We can install customer-supplied hardware, but we can’t warranty parts we didn’t provide.
If something’s wrong with the door knob itself—it’s defective, it doesn’t fit your door prep, the finish starts failing—that’s between you and wherever you bought it. We’ll install it correctly, but we can’t fix manufacturing problems or compatibility issues with hardware we didn’t source.
When we supply the hardware, you get OEM parts from manufacturers we’ve worked with for decades. If there’s a problem, we handle it directly. No runaround. No “contact the manufacturer.” We also know which products actually hold up in Delaware County’s climate and which ones look good in the store but fail within a year. That knowledge usually saves you money long-term, even if our parts cost slightly more upfront.
If you’re jiggling the handle, lifting the door while turning, or forcing the lock, something’s wrong. The question is whether it’s fixable or done.
Loose screws can be tightened. Misaligned strike plates can be adjusted. Sticky mechanisms can sometimes be cleaned and lubricated. But if the internal mechanism is worn out, if the spindle is stripped, if the lock cylinder is damaged, or if the door knob itself is cracked, you’re looking at replacement.
Age matters too. If your door hardware is 15+ years old and starting to fail, repair is usually just delaying the inevitable. Modern door knobs have better security features, smoother operation, and finishes that hold up better. For Concordville homeowners thinking about resale, updated door hardware is one of those small touches that makes a home feel maintained and current. We’ll tell you honestly whether repair makes sense or if you’re better off replacing it.
Door knobs require a twisting grip. Levers work with downward pressure. That’s the functional difference, and it matters more than you’d think.
Levers are easier to operate if you’re carrying something, if you have arthritis, or if you have limited hand strength. They’re also required by ADA accessibility standards for commercial properties, and many homeowners are choosing them for aging-in-place modifications. Kids and elderly family members find levers much easier to use.
Door knobs have a cleaner, more traditional look that some Concordville homeowners prefer, especially in historic properties. They also tend to be more durable in high-traffic areas because there’s less leverage force on the mechanism. For exterior doors, some people feel knobs are slightly more secure because they’re harder to force open with a pry bar, though modern levers with proper deadbolts are equally secure.
The real answer depends on your household and your home’s style. We install both, and we can walk you through what makes sense for each door in your house.
Yes, and we make sure they actually work properly, which is where most DIY installations fall apart.
Smart locks need correct door assessment before installation. Your door thickness, backset measurement, and bore hole size all have to match the lock’s specifications. The deadbolt has to align perfectly with the strike plate or it won’t lock reliably. The electronics need proper battery installation and network connection setup.
We install Kwikset, Schlage, and other major smart lock brands. We program them, connect them to your home network if applicable, and test every function before we leave. That includes the keypad, the app connectivity, the manual key override, and the auto-lock features.
The biggest issue we see with smart locks is people installing them on doors that aren’t properly aligned. The lock works for a week, then starts failing because the door is slightly warped or the frame has settled. We check for those issues first and address them during installation, so your smart lock keeps working reliably long-term.
A straightforward replacement takes 20-30 minutes per door. More complex installations can take an hour or more.
If we’re swapping out an existing door knob with similar hardware, it’s quick. Remove the old knob, install the new one, test it, done. If we’re changing from a knob to a lever, installing a smart lock, or working with a door that needs prep work, it takes longer.
Older Concordville homes sometimes have non-standard door prep. The holes might be slightly off-size, the backset might be different from modern standards, or the door itself might need adjustment. We handle that during the installation, but it adds time. New construction is usually faster because everything’s standardized.
We don’t rush. The goal is hardware that works correctly and lasts, not hardware that’s installed quickly but fails in six months. Most customers are more concerned with the end result than whether we finish in 20 minutes or 45 minutes.
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