Tiger Locksmith (484) 229-2021
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Locksmith in Aldan, PA

Cars, homes and businesses in Aldan. We are based in Havertown and we come to you.

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  • One call, and the van comes to the lock
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About Aldan

Providence Road and Clifton Avenue intersect near the center of town and serve as Aldan's main thoroughfares. The borough features several parks including Aldan Gateway Park and Providence Park and is served by the William Penn School District.

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Delaware County

Lock and key work in Aldan, PA

What people call about

People in Aldan call for a wide range of lock and key work. For homes that need a lock changed after a break-in, we replace cylinders and deadbolts and rekey existing hardware so one key fits new locks. We also handle residential lockouts, emergency locksmith calls, and routine lock servicing like tightening loose strike plates and lubricating mechanisms that stick. For century-old doors we often swap in modern latch sets; for newer doors we handle multi-point locks and reinforced deadbolts. If a customer needs a whole set of keys cut or copied, we bring blanks and cutting equipment to do it on site.

The buildings and the hardware

The borough’s buildings affect the hardware choices we see. Many properties have older wooden doors with mortise locks or heavy center-latch cylinders; those benefit from reinforced strike plates and upgraded deadbolts. Apartments tend to use cylindrical locks and keyed entry systems, where rekeying is common when tenants change. Small storefronts often have rim locks, exit devices, or padlocks on exterior gates; those require different parts and different installation techniques than residential deadbolts. In every case the door construction (metal, solid wood, hollow core) dictates whether new hardware needs longer screws, a different mounting plate, or a reinforced jamb.

The car side

On the automotive side we cover car lockouts, car key replacement, and fob work. Older vehicles usually need a cut blade or a simple transponder reprogram; newer cars often require electronic key programming or proximity fobs that must be synced to the vehicle’s immobilizer. We can supply and program replacement keys and fobs for many makes, and we extract broken keys from ignitions and door locks without damaging the cylinder when possible. For lockout calls we use non-destructive entry tools for most late-model cars; when a key must be made or a fob programmed, we carry the diagnostic tools needed to pair electronics back to the car.

How we work

We are a mobile-only locksmith operating out of a service van that comes to the lock, not a shop counter. Every job takes place at the customer’s location: at the front door, in the driveway, or at the business entrance. We won’t promise an exact arrival time; over the phone we explain our current schedule and give an honest sense of availability so you know how we’re fitting the job in. We handle emergency locksmith work, residential rekeying and lockouts, car key replacement and lockout service, bringing parts and tools to complete the job at the scene.

Hardware we work on

Deadbolts Mortise locks Rim cylinders Panic bars Exit devices Electric strikes Door closers Safes

What we do here

Services in Aldan, PA

Our own work

Locks, keys and doors we have worked on

A door lock Tiger Locksmith fitted or repaired
Tiger Locksmith's own tools on a job
A door lock Tiger Locksmith fitted or repaired
A door lock Tiger Locksmith fitted or repaired
A door lock Tiger Locksmith fitted or repaired
A door lock Tiger Locksmith fitted or repaired

FAQ

Questions we get asked

More questions people ask before calling.

I lost my car key in Aldan and don't have anything for the car, so can you make a new one?

We cut and program a replacement key on-site at the vehicle, matching the year, make and model you tell us and syncing the transponder and remote functions as needed. Have the car parked and unlocked or the keys compartment accessible if possible, and be ready to show us the model and year. Please keep photo ID and the car's registration or title handy, since we look at them before we cut or program a key.

My front lock was busted in a break-in attempt and won't latch properly anymore.

When the attempt is recent, the police come first; leave the door untouched until they finish. To restore secure locking we replace the damaged cylinder or whole lock, repair or reinforce the strike, and align the bolt so the door deadlocks correctly. Please have the damaged lock visible and the door closed so we can inspect the frame and strike; tell us what type of doorknob or deadbolt you prefer.

I'm stuck outside my Aldan house and nobody with a spare key is home, so can you get me in?

When there is a child, a pet or a person who needs help behind the door, call 911 first. Opening the door at the property, in most cases we regain access without harming the existing lock; if a non-destructive method won't work we discuss options before proceeding. Wait at the locked door and stand to the side so we can work safely; have the door area clear of tripping hazards. Before we open the door, expect us to ask for photo ID and something that shows the address.

I already bought a keypad smart lock and want it fitted to my front door, can you install and set it up?

For a retrofit we mount the lock on your current door, align the bolt with the strike, and configure the keypad or app together with you so codes and user access are set. Keep the entire lock you bought with all screws, latch, strike plate and batteries handy, and be prepared to test codes with us. A mechanical key override is worth having.

Reviews

What customers say

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★★★★★

Helped me get my car unlocked in great time! Was very flexible and had great service! So thankful for this group!

Isabelle Carreon

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