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You turn the knob and the door opens. The latch catches cleanly when you close it. The lock engages without fighting you. That’s what happens when someone who knows what they’re doing handles your door knob installation instead of guessing their way through a YouTube tutorial.
Most door knob replacements take us about 5 to 10 minutes because we’ve done thousands of them. We bring the right tools, the right parts, and enough experience to spot problems before they become bigger headaches. Your door frame stays intact, your hardware functions properly, and you don’t spend your weekend cursing at a drill.
The difference isn’t just speed. It’s knowing which door knobs actually hold up in Woodlyn’s humidity, how to align a latch so it doesn’t stick in six months, and when your door needs more than just new hardware. We use OEM parts from manufacturers like Kwikset, Schlage, and Medeco because they last longer and you won’t be calling us back next month when something breaks.
The McCausland family has been doing locksmith work since the late 1800s. Today, 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 Woodlyn.
We’re not a van with a phone number. We’re a physical shop with a family name that’s been earning trust in Delaware County for over 140 years. Woodlyn homeowners come to us because we show up when we say we will, we don’t damage your property, and we fix things so they stay fixed.
That longevity matters when you’re letting someone into your home. You’re not getting a random contractor or a national chain that subcontracts the work. You’re getting locksmiths who’ve been serving your neighbors, your parents, and possibly your grandparents.
You call or message us with what you need. We ask a few questions about your door type, the hardware you want installed, and whether you already have the new door knob or need us to supply it. If you’re not sure what you need, we help you figure that out before we show up.
We schedule a time that works for you. When we arrive, we assess the door and existing hardware to make sure there aren’t any underlying issues like a warped frame or damaged strike plate that’ll cause problems later. Then we remove the old door knob carefully so we don’t strip screws or crack your door.
The new door knob goes in with proper alignment. We make sure the latch engages smoothly, the lock functions correctly, and everything operates the way it should. We test it multiple times, clean up completely, and show you how everything works before we leave. The whole process usually takes 5 to 10 minutes for a standard door knob installation, though it can take longer if we’re dealing with damaged doors or complex hardware.
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We handle the full installation from start to finish. That means removing your old hardware without damaging your door, installing the new door knob or lever with proper alignment, and making sure everything functions smoothly. We also check your strike plate and adjust it if needed so your door actually latches properly.
In Woodlyn, where the housing stock includes everything from older homes built in the mid-1900s to newer construction, we see a lot of doors that need more than just a simple swap. Sometimes the old holes don’t line up with new hardware. Sometimes the door has settled and the latch doesn’t catch anymore. We handle those issues as part of the service so you’re not stuck with a half-finished job.
You can supply your own door knob or lever if you’ve already bought one, or we can provide quality hardware from the brands we trust. We carry Kwikset, Schlage, and Medeco because they hold up better than the cheap options at big box stores. For Woodlyn homeowners, we typically recommend hardware that handles humidity well since Delaware County gets its share of weather changes throughout the year.
Most door knob installations in the area run between $150 and $357 depending on the complexity and hardware involved. We give you a clear price upfront so there’s no confusion about what you’re paying for.
A standard door knob installation takes about 5 to 10 minutes once we’re on site. That’s for a straightforward replacement where the door is in good shape and the new hardware fits the existing holes.
It takes longer if we’re dealing with complications. Maybe your door has settled over time and the latch doesn’t line up with the strike plate anymore. Maybe the previous hardware was installed incorrectly and we need to fix stripped screw holes or misaligned bores. Maybe you’re upgrading from a passage knob to a locking mechanism and we need to drill new holes.
We’ll tell you upfront if we spot anything that’ll add time. Most Woodlyn homes we service are older builds where doors have shifted slightly, so we factor in a few extra minutes for adjustments. But you’re not losing your whole day to this. We get in, get it done right, and get out of your way.
Either option works. If you’ve already bought a door knob you like, we’ll install it as long as it’s quality hardware that’ll actually hold up. Just know that if you bought something cheap from a big box store, we can’t guarantee it won’t fail in a few months.
If you want us to supply the hardware, we carry brands like Kwikset, Schlage, and Medeco that we trust. These are OEM parts that last longer because they’re built better. We’ve installed thousands of door knobs over the years, and we’ve seen which ones hold up and which ones don’t.
The advantage of having us supply it is that we know what works in Delaware County homes. We know which finishes hold up to humidity, which locking mechanisms are reliable, and which door knobs fit standard bore sizes without modification. If something goes wrong with the hardware, we handle the warranty and replacement instead of you dealing with a manufacturer or store return policy.
We can install door knobs on most residential doors including wood, metal, and fiberglass. The process varies slightly depending on the door material and whether it’s an interior or exterior door, but we’ve handled pretty much every configuration you’ll find in a Woodlyn home.
Older homes sometimes have non-standard door thicknesses or unusual bore sizes that don’t match modern hardware. We can work with that by using adapter plates or adjustable hardware, though it might add a little time and cost. Hollow core interior doors need a lighter touch so we don’t crack them. Solid wood exterior doors are more forgiving but require different screws and strike plates for security.
If your door is severely damaged, warped, or rotted, sometimes the better solution is replacing the door itself rather than just installing new hardware. We’ll be honest with you about that upfront instead of taking your money for a door knob installation that won’t solve the real problem.
A sticking or misaligned door knob usually means one of three things. Either the latch isn’t lined up with the strike plate, the door has settled and isn’t hanging square anymore, or the internal mechanism in the knob itself is worn out or damaged.
We start by checking the alignment. If your door has dropped slightly over time, which happens in a lot of Woodlyn’s older homes, the latch might be hitting too high or too low on the strike plate. We can adjust or reposition the strike plate so everything lines up properly. Sometimes we need to shim the hinges to get the door hanging correctly again.
If the problem is the door knob mechanism itself, we’ll either repair it or recommend replacement depending on what’s more cost-effective. Cheap hardware usually isn’t worth repairing because the parts cost almost as much as a new knob. Quality hardware like Schlage or Medeco can often be repaired if it’s just a worn spring or loose set screw. We’ll give you the honest assessment of what makes sense for your situation.
We offer same-day service when our schedule allows. If you call us in the morning with a door knob emergency, there’s a good chance we can get to you that afternoon. It depends on what else we have booked and how urgent your situation is.
Emergency situations get priority. If your door knob broke and you can’t secure your home, or if you’re locked out because the mechanism failed, we’ll do everything we can to get there quickly. For non-emergency installations where you just want to upgrade your hardware or replace something that’s been annoying you for a while, we might schedule you for the next available opening.
Being located right in Prospect Park means we can reach Woodlyn homes fast. We’re not driving in from an hour away. Most of our service area is within 15 to 20 minutes, so even when we’re busy, we can usually fit in urgent jobs without making you wait days.
Most door knob installations in Woodlyn run between $150 and $357 depending on what’s involved. A simple replacement on a standard interior door with no complications sits at the lower end. Exterior doors with security hardware, or jobs that require fixing alignment issues or damaged doors, cost more.
The price includes labor and our expertise, but not necessarily the hardware itself unless we’re supplying it. If you already have the door knob, we’re just charging for the installation. If you want us to provide quality hardware from brands like Kwikset or Schlage, that adds to the total cost but you’re getting better parts that last longer.
We give you a clear price before we start work so you know exactly what you’re paying. No surprise charges, no “we found another problem” upsells unless there’s genuinely something wrong that needs fixing. Delaware County homeowners have been trusting our family for over 140 years because we’re straightforward about pricing and we don’t play games with your bill.
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