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You’re rushing to get inside. Your key won’t turn. It’s worn down from daily use, and now you’re stuck outside your own home.
That scenario ends when you have properly cut duplicate keys. Professional key duplication means you always have a backup that works smoothly in your locks. No more waiting outside in bad weather. No more calling family members to rescue you. No more expensive emergency locksmith calls.
Fresh duplicate keys also protect your original locks from damage that worn keys cause over time. When your keys work effortlessly, your locks last longer and operate more reliably.
McCausland Lock Service has been cutting keys for Delaware County residents since the late 1800s. That’s over 100 years of locksmithing knowledge passed down through five generations of the McCausland family.
You’re not dealing with a chain store or inexperienced technicians. Chuck and Tom McCausland represent the fourth generation of professional locksmiths who understand exactly what Lansdowne homeowners need. We’ve seen every type of key and lock combination imaginable.
Our Prospect Park storefront serves all of Delaware County, including Lansdowne, with the largest inventory of key blanks and cutting equipment in the Delaware Valley area. When other shops can’t cut your key, we can handle even the most challenging duplications.
You bring your original key to our Prospect Park location or we come to you with our mobile service. The process starts with examining your key to select the exact blank that matches your lock manufacturer and key type.
Your original key gets secured in precision cutting equipment that traces every groove and ridge. The machine cuts your duplicate key using the original as a perfect template. Each cut gets measured to ensure accuracy within thousandths of an inch.
After cutting, we test your new key to verify smooth operation. Any rough edges get filed smooth, and we check that the key turns effortlessly in the lock. Most residential key duplication takes just a few minutes from start to finish. You leave with duplicate keys that work as well as your original.
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Standard house keys, deadbolt keys, mailbox keys, window locks, patio door keys – we duplicate them all. We stock blanks for virtually every residential lock manufacturer, including hard-to-find keys that other shops can’t cut.
Lansdowne’s housing mix includes everything from historic homes with unique vintage locks to modern developments with high-security systems. Our extensive experience means we’ve worked with the lock types found throughout Delaware County’s diverse neighborhoods.
Our mobile key duplication service brings professional equipment directly to your Lansdowne home. No need to remove locks or make multiple trips. We cut duplicate keys on-site while you watch, ensuring you get keys that work perfectly with your specific locks. This service particularly benefits homeowners with multiple properties or those managing rental units in the area.
Standard residential key duplication typically costs $1-4 per key, depending on the key type and complexity. Basic house keys and deadbolt keys fall on the lower end of this range.
High-security keys or specialty blanks may cost slightly more due to restricted availability and additional cutting precision required. We provide upfront pricing before any work begins, so you know exactly what to expect.
The cost of professional key duplication is minimal compared to emergency locksmith calls when you’re locked out. Having spare keys made proactively saves both money and stress when you actually need them.
Most residential key duplication takes just 2-5 minutes per key when done professionally. Our precision equipment and decades of experience allow us to work quickly while maintaining accuracy.
The process involves selecting the correct blank, setting up the cutting machine, making the duplicate, and testing it for proper operation. Simple house keys duplicate faster than complex high-security keys that require additional verification steps.
If you need multiple keys duplicated, we can often work on several simultaneously. Our efficient process means you’re not waiting around – you can have an entire set of spare keys made during a quick stop at our Prospect Park location.
The “Do Not Duplicate” marking is a request, not a legal restriction. Professional locksmiths can duplicate these keys when you can prove ownership of the property or locks.
We follow proper protocols for restricted key duplication, which includes verifying your authorization to have copies made. This might involve showing ID, lease agreements, or other documentation proving your right to duplicate the key.
However, truly high-security patented key systems require special authorization from the manufacturer or original installer. We can advise you on the specific requirements for your key type and help you obtain proper authorization if needed.
Key kiosks often produce poorly cut duplicates that don’t work properly or damage your locks over time. These machines lack regular calibration and can’t select the optimal blank for your specific key type.
We use precision equipment that’s regularly maintained and calibrated. We can examine your original key, choose the perfect blank, and make adjustments during cutting to ensure optimal fit and function.
When a kiosk-made key doesn’t work, you’ve wasted time and money. Professional duplication gets it right the first time, with the expertise to handle challenging keys that automated machines simply can’t duplicate accurately.
Yes, our mobile service brings professional key duplication equipment directly to your Lansdowne home or business. Our fully equipped vans carry the tools and blank inventory needed for on-site key cutting.
Mobile service is particularly convenient for homeowners who can’t easily get to our Prospect Park location, or when you need multiple keys duplicated for different locks around your property. We can duplicate keys while you’re present to verify each one works properly.
This service covers all of Delaware County, including Lansdowne, with typical response times of 20-30 minutes for scheduled appointments. Emergency mobile key duplication is also available when you’re dealing with urgent access needs.
We duplicate virtually every type of residential key, including standard house keys, deadbolts, mailbox keys, window locks, patio door keys, and garage door keys. We stock blanks for all major lock manufacturers.
Our expertise extends to challenging duplications like worn keys, unusual vintage keys, and high-security residential systems. Five generations of experience means we’ve encountered nearly every key type used in Delaware County homes.
If you have a key that other shops couldn’t duplicate, our extensive inventory and expertise often provides the solution. We particularly excel at “challenge keys” that require special techniques or hard-to-find blanks to duplicate properly.
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