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Your door closes properly. The latch catches without forcing it. The knob turns without that grinding noise you’ve been ignoring for months.
You’re not wondering if it’ll hold up or if you should’ve just called someone in the first place. The hardware fits your door correctly because we measured it, matched it, and installed it with the right tools.
Most jobs get done the same day. You’re not waiting around for parts or wondering when someone’s going to show up. We arrive within 20-30 minutes for most calls in Drexel Hill, and if we need to order something specific, we’ll tell you exactly when it’ll be ready. No guessing, no runaround.
Our family has been doing locksmith work since the late 1800s. That’s 140+ years of fixing doors, installing hardware, and helping people get back inside when they’re locked out.
We’re not a franchise. Tom McCausland runs the largest locksmith operation in the Delaware Valley from our Prospect Park storefront, and his daughter Chrissy works alongside him. Families in Drexel Hill and across Delaware County keep coming back because we do the work right and we’ve been here long enough to prove it.
You call or stop by our storefront. We ask about your door, the hardware you have now, and what’s not working. If you’re not sure what you need, we’ll walk you through it.
We come to you, usually within 20-30 minutes if it’s urgent. We bring the tools and hardware options so you’re not making multiple trips to a big box store hoping you grabbed the right thing.
We remove the old hardware, check the door and frame for any issues, and install the new door knob or lever. We make sure it latches correctly, turns smoothly, and locks securely. Before we leave, we test it multiple times. If something’s not right, we fix it then and there.
Most residential door knob installations take under an hour. You’re not losing your whole day, and you’re not left with a door that doesn’t close right.
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We handle standard door knobs, lever installations, deadbolts, and smart lock setups. If you’re upgrading to keyless entry or integrating with your home security system, we install those too.
Drexel Hill has a homeownership rate over 64%, and with median home values climbing past $239,900, people are investing in their properties. That means upgrading old hardware that’s been there since the ’80s or ’90s. We see it constantly—loose knobs, stripped screws, latches that don’t catch because the door’s settled over time.
We use OEM parts from manufacturers like Kwikset, Medeco, and Schlage. That matters because cheap hardware fails fast, and you’ll be calling someone again in six months. We’d rather install it once and have it last.
If your door frame needs adjustment or the strike plate isn’t aligned, we handle that too. A new door knob won’t fix a warped frame, and we’re not going to install hardware on a door that won’t close right and then leave you to figure it out.
Most door knob installations run between $150 and $350 per door, depending on the hardware you choose and whether your door needs any adjustments. That includes the knob or lever itself and the labor to install it correctly.
If you’re just swapping out a standard interior door knob and everything’s aligned, you’re looking at the lower end. If you’re installing a smart lock, upgrading to commercial-grade hardware, or we need to drill new holes or adjust the strike plate, it’ll be closer to the higher end.
We don’t charge you for showing up and telling you what’s wrong. If your door frame’s out of alignment or the existing holes don’t match the new hardware, we’ll let you know what it’ll take to fix it before we start. You’re not getting surprised with extra charges after the work’s done.
Yes, most of the time. If you call during business hours and we have the hardware you need in stock, we can usually get to you within 20-30 minutes and finish the job in under an hour.
If you need a specific brand or finish that we don’t have on the truck, we’ll order it and schedule a time that works for you. Most parts come in within a day or two. We’re not going to install something that’s close enough—it either fits your door correctly or we wait for the right part.
For standard residential door knob replacements in Drexel Hill, same-day service is the norm. We keep the most common hardware in stock because we’ve been doing this long enough to know what people need.
The installation process is nearly identical. The difference is the hardware itself. Levers are easier to operate if you’ve got your hands full or if you’re dealing with arthritis or mobility issues. You can push a lever down with your elbow. You can’t do that with a round knob.
Levers also tend to look more modern, and they’re required by ADA standards in commercial spaces. If you’re updating your home to age in place or you’re just tired of fumbling with a knob when you’re carrying groceries, a lever makes sense.
The cost is about the same. Installation takes the same amount of time. It’s really just a preference unless you have a specific need for accessibility. We install both regularly in Drexel Hill, and we can show you options for either when we come out.
Not if it’s done right. We’re not forcing hardware into holes that don’t fit or drilling new ones unless we have to. If your door already has the standard bore holes and everything’s aligned, we’re using the existing setup.
If the old hardware was installed incorrectly or the door’s settled over the years and things aren’t lining up anymore, we’ll tell you what needs to happen. Sometimes that means enlarging a hole slightly or moving the strike plate. We’re not doing that without explaining why and getting your okay first.
We’ve been doing this for over 140 years. We know how to install door hardware without splintering wood, cracking frames, or leaving you with a door that looks worse than when we started. If there’s a chance the installation will require modifications, we’ll walk you through it before we touch your door.
Yes. We install smart locks, keyless entry systems, and anything that integrates with your home security setup. Bluetooth-enabled locks, Wi-Fi-connected deadbolts, keypad entry—we handle all of it.
Smart lock adoption’s growing fast, especially in areas like Drexel Hill where homeowners are investing in security and convenience. The installation’s more involved than a standard door knob because you’re dealing with batteries, connectivity, and sometimes wiring. We make sure it’s set up correctly so it actually works with your phone and doesn’t drain the battery in two weeks.
If you’re upgrading from a traditional lock to a smart system, we’ll walk you through how it works and make sure you’re comfortable with the app and the backup entry options. You’re not figuring it out on your own after we leave.
Not always. If the knob’s wobbling or the screws are stripped, we can often tighten it up or replace the screws and save you the cost of new hardware. But if the internal mechanism’s worn out or the spindle’s broken, tightening screws won’t fix it.
We’ll check the hardware and tell you whether it’s worth repairing or if you’re better off replacing it. If the door knob’s been there for 20+ years and it’s already showing wear, you’re probably going to have the same problem again in a few months. At that point, replacement makes more sense.
We’re not going to sell you a new door knob if tightening the existing one will hold up. But we’re also not going to patch something that’s going to fail again next month and have you call us back. We’ll give you the honest assessment and let you decide.
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