Lock Replacement in Audubon, PA

You have moved into a home in Audubon, but you do not know who has keys to the existing locks.

Rekeying changes which key works while keeping the hardware you have. If the hardware is worn or damaged, or you want a different style or finish, replacement gives you another option. We replace house door locks and cylinders, giving you a choice between keeping the existing hardware and choosing something new. If what you have is in good condition and you like it, rekeying may be enough.

For a home in Audubon, you might choose a knob, a lever that is easier to grip, a deadbolt, or a handle set with a coordinated look. These choices differ in how you operate the door and in their appearance. We match replacement hardware to the door's existing openings and measurements where possible; some choices may need different openings or other adjustments. If you want one key for several doors, the hardware must use compatible key systems. We can identify compatible choices so you know whether the doors can share a key.

We start by looking at your front door, including its thickness, existing holes and the condition of the hardware.

A sturdier set needs to fit the opening and engage properly when the door is closed. We check how the latch lines up with the strike plate and look for wear or damage that could affect the new set. Before any work begins, we explain what fits the existing holes and whether the hardware you choose would need different openings.

You can choose a knob or lever set, a deadbolt, or a handle set with a separate lock above it. We explain the available grades and how the choices differ in grip, appearance and security. If you want one key for your exterior doors, the cylinders need compatible keyways, so we check that before recommending a combination. Once the new hardware is fitted, we operate it with you, testing the key and the inside control with the door open and closed to make sure each works as expected.

Keep your new front door hardware clean with a soft, damp cloth, then dry it.

Skip abrasive cleaners and harsh chemicals that could damage the finish. Check the visible screws occasionally and gently tighten any that have loosened. If a screw will not stay snug, stop tightening it to avoid stripping the threads.

With the door open, turn the key and operate the deadbolt to check that each moves smoothly. Then close it and check again. If the lock works while open but binds when closed, the opening in the frame may no longer line up. Do not force a stiff key or bolt, since either could bend or break. Call us if the sticking continues, the hardware feels loose, or the lock does not stay securely engaged.