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Patio Door Locks Repair The locks on your patio doors are an an integral part of your home's security. When they aren't working properly, it can affect the safety of your family and possessions. Fortunately, a few simple steps will usually solve patio door lock problems and keep your home secure. This fast fix involves lubricating and cleaning the lock. Check the lock Patio doors are an important security element and need to work efficiently to keep burglars and elements at away. However, wear and tear, hot and cold weather and dust can affect the door frames hinges, hinges, and locking mechanisms. This can eventually, they stop functioning as they ought to. It is recommended to be proactive in fixing these issues and to regularly check your sliding door locks for signs of damage and make necessary repairs. Among the most common problems that may cause problems for your patio door locks is the difficulty in locking or unlocking, a sluggish latch, or keys that don't rotate smoothly. Based on the specific issue you're having you may have to tighten screws or adjust the mechanism of the lock in order to get it functioning properly again.
If the issue with your patio door lock is that it is stuck in the open position Try using a credit card or a screwdriver with a flat-head to get it out. If none of these options work, contact an expert locksmith who will help you open the lock on your patio door without damaging the frame. Sliding uPVC patio doors usually come with a mortise lock which utilizes a handle and locking cylinder to secure the lock. The locks are relatively secure, but they could be prone to bending or breaking under the weight of a slammed door. It is recommended to inspect the mortise lock and handle for signs of wear, like scratches or bends before it is broken and you have to replace it. Clean the Lock Patio doors are an incredibly common entry point into the home and are a frequent target for burglars. It is therefore essential that the locks on your patio doors are functional and conform to Police & Insurance standards. There are fortunately easy steps you can follow to resolve locks that are refusing to cooperate. If you have to re-align the patio door and clean the lock or even replace it, these four simple steps will ensure that your doors are functioning properly and providing the security you'd like to have. It is recommended to first clean the lock using hot soapy water using a damp cloth. You want to wipe away any dirt or stains that may have accumulated on the lock. After you've done that, you can use dry cloths to remove any excess moisture and let the lock air-dry before you attempt to re-insert. The next step is to be sure to lubricate your lock. This is particularly important for patio doors made of uPVC because they can become very squeaky as they the passage of time. You can use a spray lubricant such as WD40 or petroleum jelly to smooth the keyways and internal mechanisms. After applying the lubricant to your key, wipe it off to avoid spreading any dirt that may have been accumulated. After cleaning and lubricating your uPVC patio door, you must test it. Check if the door slides smoothly into and out of its frame. Make sure that the hinges and locking point are aligned properly with the frame. You should be able see the alignment marks on the edges of your door's frame, and you can fix them by re-aligning the doors with the frame. Also, it's important to note that there are a variety of uPVC patio door locks, and you may have to replace the lock if it is damaged or broken. If you own E2011 patio doors locks, you'll have to replace them to be safe with E2469 and E2487 lock assembly. These assemblies consist of three parts, including an E2014 mortise lock, an escutcheon, and a lock hasp. Lubricate the Lock For most patio doors the lock mechanism is located inside the door, hidden from view. If the key cylinder wears out or you simply want to upgrade the lock to increase security, you can buy an upgrade kit from many home improvement stores or locksmiths. These kits range between $10 and $20 and include a tool for opening the lock as well as an additional cylinder. The instructions in the kit will explain how to take apart and clean your old lock. Install the new lock. You may have to adjust the cylinder of your key slightly to ensure it is operating properly depending on how tight it fits into the lock hole within the door frame. If you're looking to lubricate your lock dry graphite powder is a popular and inexpensive alternative to liquid lubricants which can draw dust and clog the mechanism. It is available at hardware stores, model trains shops, and some offices supply stores. If you decide to purchase it, make sure the graphite chunk is devoid of wood particles. You can also purchase an industrial graphite lubricant that is available in spray form. When the spray is applied to the lock, the solvent present in the spray evaporates and leaves a layer of dry graphite which lubricates the lock without attracting dust or collecting moisture. You can also apply lubrication to your lock by applying some WD-40 sprays directly into the keyway. The key should be pushed in and out several times to distribute the fluid. After a few minutes, try the key again and see whether it turns effortlessly. If the key is still stuck, try the lock again after a few days, when the WD-40 has been allowed to dry. Change the locks on your patio door is a straightforward task for most homeowners, however the process may be more difficult if you have a sliding door that has an invisible latch and built-in deadbolt lock. If your patio door has an invisible latch, you'll need to remove the interior decorative cover by unscrewing the screws holding the cover in place using a screwdriver. If your patio door is equipped with a deadbolt, you'll need to remove the bolt from the door's edge. After removing both the deadbolt and the knob assembly, you can install the new lock. Replace the Lock It's not uncommon for patio doors to fail. They are an essential security feature for your home. The debris can get stuck inside the lock mechanism, or it may just get worn out by the passage of time and use. A damaged or broken patio door latch can pose an extremely dangerous security risk to your home. Regularly checking the locks on your patio doors can keep them in good shape and allow you to quickly fix any issues. If you can't solve the issue then you'll have to replace it. This is an easy task that most homeowners can do by themselves, but it's important to carefully follow the directions to ensure that the new lock will work with your existing lock. You can also bring your old lock to the store to help you to find a replacement. To replace the handle on a patio door remove the handle. This can be done by removing screws that hold the handle in place. After the handle is removed, you will be able to gain access to the screws that connect the lock body to the jamb of the door. After removing the screws, you can remove the latch body from the door frame. Secure the lever with a graphite pen. It will fall into the frame if not secured. Then, take off the door strike. This will reveal the hole the lock hook fits into when the patio door is closed. After you have removed the old door strike, you are able to screw in the new one. It is essential to use longer screws when re-screwing a door strike. These will be used to fix it to the frame. Make sure that the new strike is aligned with the opening of the door frame and then tighten both of them. There are a variety of patio door locks however the most commonly used is a central rail key-operated lock. They bolt the doors to the frame at multiple points, and once a key is inserted all of the points should lock at once. These locks provide a greater level of security than standard locking systems and can often earn you discounts on homeowner's insurance. |
