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You walk up to your front door with groceries in both hands, reach for your keys, and realize they’re sitting on your kitchen counter. That sinking feeling doesn’t have to happen again.
Having spare keys means your teenager doesn’t sit on the front steps for two hours after school. It means your neighbor can water your plants while you’re away without complicated coordination. It means you sleep better knowing there’s always a way back into your own home.
Most importantly, it means you’re prepared instead of panicked when the inevitable happens. Because it’s not a matter of if you’ll need that spare key – it’s when.
The McCausland family has been cutting keys and solving lock problems in Delaware County since the late 1800s. What started with Charles McCausland Senior learning the trade from his father has become the largest locksmith operation in the Delaware Valley.
Today, fourth-generation locksmith Tom McCausland and fifth-generation Chrissy Levesque run our business from our Prospect Park storefront, just minutes from Folcroft. We’ve seen every type of key imaginable and know how to duplicate the ones other shops call “impossible.”
When your neighbors in Folcroft need keys duplicated, they drive to McCausland because they know the job will be done right the first time. No guesswork, no “try this and see if it works” – just precise key cutting backed by over 140 years of expertise.
Walk into our Prospect Park shop with your original key, and we’ll have your duplicates ready in minutes. Our key cutting machines are calibrated to manufacturer specifications, ensuring each duplicate matches your original exactly.
First, we examine your original key to identify the type and check for wear patterns that might affect cutting. Then we select the correct blank from our extensive inventory – we stock blanks for virtually every residential lock made, including those “hard to find” keys that stump other shops.
The actual cutting takes under a minute per key. We test each duplicate in our sample locks before handing it to you, so you know it works perfectly. No surprises when you get home, no return trips needed.
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Standard house keys are straightforward, but Folcroft homes often have specialty locks that require specific blanks and cutting techniques. We handle high-security keys, restricted keyways, and those oddball keys from older homes that other shops can’t duplicate.
Delaware County has a mix of housing stock – from new developments in Folcroft to century-old homes with original hardware. We’ve worked on locks from every era and keep blanks for discontinued key types that most locksmiths don’t even recognize.
Whether you need copies of your front door key, back door, side entrance, or that mysterious key that came with your house, we have the equipment and expertise to duplicate it accurately. Our key cutting service covers everything from basic residential keys to complex restricted systems used in newer Folcroft neighborhoods.
Basic residential key duplication typically costs $2 to $5 per key at our Prospect Park location. The exact price depends on the type of key blank needed and any special cutting requirements.
High-security keys or restricted keyways may cost slightly more due to the specialized blanks required. We always provide upfront pricing before cutting your keys, so there are no surprises when you check out.
Unlike big box stores that often struggle with anything beyond basic keys, we stock blanks for virtually every residential lock type. This means you get accurate duplicates at competitive prices without the frustration of multiple trips to different shops.
Yes, we specialize in duplicating keys for older homes, including those with vintage or discontinued lock hardware. Our extensive blank inventory includes keys for locks that haven’t been manufactured in decades.
Many Folcroft homes were built in the early-to-mid 1900s and still have original hardware with unique keyways. We’ve been serving Delaware County since the 1800s, so we’ve seen virtually every type of residential lock ever installed in the area.
If you have a key that other shops have told you is “impossible to duplicate,” bring it to us. Our experience with antique and discontinued locks often allows us to find solutions when others can’t help.
Most residential key duplication is completed within minutes while you wait. Simple house keys typically take under a minute each to cut and test.
More complex keys, such as high-security or restricted keyways, may take a few additional minutes due to the precision required. We test every key we cut to ensure it works properly before you leave.
Our Prospect Park location is designed for efficiency – you can park right outside, walk in with your original keys, and walk out with perfect duplicates in just a few minutes. No appointments necessary, and no waiting around for days like you might experience elsewhere.
Absolutely. We stand behind every key we cut with a complete satisfaction guarantee. If a duplicate key doesn’t work properly in your lock, we’ll recut it at no charge or provide a full refund.
Our key cutting equipment is maintained to manufacturer specifications and calibrated regularly to ensure accuracy. We also test each duplicate key before you leave to catch any issues immediately.
With over 140 years of experience in locksmithing, we’ve developed cutting techniques that ensure consistent, reliable results. The vast majority of our key duplication customers never experience any problems, but we’re here to make it right if anything isn’t perfect.
We can duplicate virtually any residential key, from basic house keys to high-security restricted keyways. Our inventory includes blanks for all major lock manufacturers as well as discontinued and specialty types.
This includes standard deadbolt keys, knob keys, high-security keys like Medeco and Mul-T-Lock, and those unusual keys from older homes that other shops can’t identify. We also handle keys for garage doors, mailboxes, and other residential applications.
If you’re unsure whether we can duplicate a particular key, just bring it in. Our experienced staff can usually identify the key type and let you know immediately if we can make copies. In most cases, the answer is yes.
In most cases, we need the original key to make accurate duplicates. Key cutting requires precise measurements from the original to ensure the copy works properly in your locks.
However, if you’ve lost all your keys, we offer rekeying services that can get you back into your home and provide you with new keys. This involves changing the internal lock mechanism to work with a completely new key.
For security reasons, we require proof of residence before providing any locksmith services when original keys aren’t available. This protects you and your Folcroft neighbors from unauthorized key duplication. Our experienced locksmiths can discuss the best options for your specific situation.
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