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How to Replace Door Locks

Door locks are the first security measure against unauthorized access to your home. The locks may require replacement patio door lock because of signs of wear and tear, or other situations like moving into a new house or a burglary.

To begin, you must determine the size of your cylinder using the distance between the adjustment screw and the middle of the knob lock cylinder. This measurement will assist you select the appropriate lock.

Deadbolt

If you want to make sure your upvc door lock replacement is safe from burglars, it's a good idea to install deadbolts. When the bolt is extended into the strike plate of the doorframe it makes it more difficult for an intruder to get through the door. A single cylinder deadbolt is activated by keys on the exterior side and a thumb turn piece on the interior. A deadbolt will only work only if it is correctly installed.

First, you'll need to determine if the door has a hole to install deadbolts or requires drilling. Utilizing the template included with the lock installation kit mark the spot of the deadbolt's hole on the door's surface. Use your tape measure to determine the height of the deadbolt. Then, mark this height on the edge of the door and use a speed square to draw straight lines across the mark you made for the bolt hole.

Then, using the power drill, drill out the hole until it reaches the opposite side of the door. This could take a while. Sand the hole and the edge of the door to make it smooth. At this stage, it's a great idea to paint or stain your door.

Once the door is ready remove any screws that are visible on the deadbolt. This will reveal the front and back assembly of the deadbolt and also the bolt that is inside. Then, remove the bolt and replace it with a brand new one that is compatible with the door hardware. You will need to unscrew the bolt from the setplate. After that, you will need to chisel out the area for the strike plate that is on the door frame.

If your strike plate is misaligned, it's likely because the previous installer didn't mortise it correctly or a weatherstripping popped up and changed the strike position. You'll need to re-mortise your strike plate and possibly even the deadbolt itself to fix this issue. Close and lock the deadbolt once you have completed this step. Make sure the bolt extends into the strike plate, and then test the key to make sure it is able to open and close effortlessly.

Knob

If a door lock replacement near me knob wears out, it can make your business or home less secure. It could also make opening and closing the door more difficult, which is why it's a good idea for you to replace door lock the knob. It shouldn't take more than 30 minutes. You can use a screwdriver or pliers to take off the old knob or handle Be careful not to harm any of the other components on the door.

Spray WD-40, or another dry lubricant, onto the mechanism of your door knob before you begin. This will allow the new lock slide effortlessly as you turn it. It's important to use a quality knob and handle that matches the patio doors locks replacement you currently have to ensure proper operation. If you don't have a matching knob you'll need to purchase an additional doorknob and latch plate.

To begin the replacement locks for patio doors process, first look at the knob or handle to see the screws that hold it in place. If there aren't any screws you can make use of a screwdriver and wedge it between the cover plate and the screws plate hidden and pop it off.

After taking the knob off, inspect it for evidence of damage or rust. If the knob shows any scratches or marks it's time clean it. Otherwise it shouldn't need any major work.

Install the new knob. You must first study the two knobs in order to make sure that you are choosing the correct one for your door. You'll need to select one with an extender rod that is interlocked with the rod mechanism of the second knob. After you've placed the new knob over the hole in the door and then carefully place it in the latch.

Test the spring by pressing it down repeatedly. The latch should pop up each time. Install the second knob, and lock it to the rod mechanism of the first knob. Attach the other long screws from the interior knob through the cylinder hole on the doorknob on the outside and lock it in place.

Latch

A latch is a metal piece that extends out into the doorjamb to secure it shut. The latch is operated via a knob or handle on the inside of the door, or a thumb-turn on the outside. The latch can be secured by deadbolts to prevent intruders from breaking in through the glass of the door. It can also protect against intentional or accidental closing by pets or children. You can install an entry point with either a single-cylinder deadbolt or double-cylinder deadbolt depending on your preferred level of security.

Installing a latch involves the same steps like installing a deadbolt however there are some differences. To ensure that the new lock will fit first, take a measurement of the setback on the doorjamb using a tape measure. The setback is measured from the edge of the doorjamb all the way to the center of hole for the latch plate. The standard setback is 2 3/8 to 2 3/4 inches. If your setback is larger, you may need to purchase a latch that is longer from a locksmith or hardware store.

Next, make a hole for the latch plate in the edge of the doorjamb. Use a chisel to chisel out the latch mortise, making sure it's deep enough to allow the faceplate of the new latch to be close to the doorjamb. Tape the strikeplate in place to ensure it is positioned properly.

If the strike is set too high, the door may be kicked in or pressure imposed on it using a crowbar, or tire iron. This can cause cracks to the doorjamb. To correct this, the strike could be lowered by drilling another hole into the doorjamb and chiseling out the core of the old hole.

Installing the new strike plate is the final step. This can be done by screwing the new plate over the existing screw holes. Utilize wood putty to fill in any existing screw holes or bolt holes which aren't going to be used. After the putty has dried then sand it to a smooth finish for a professional finish.

Strike

The metal piece that engages the latch and deadbolt when the door is closed is an electric strike. It is an essential component of the lock's overall security because it stops the door from opening, and also provides an additional barrier to force or kick. If a door has been equipped with an electric strike, it will only be opened with an entry key or the control unit that controls its electrical impulses.

Traditionally the installation of an electric strike required cutting a section of the doorjamb in order to release the latchbolt of a circular lock from the pocket of the strike. This is not only undesirable, but also exposes the mechanism for the latchbolt and the keeper to intruders.

Recently, several electric strike manufacturers have created an innovative type of electric strike called the "No Cut" strike that doesn't require an opening in the doorjamb for operation. The strikes have a unique design that allows the latchbolt and keeper to slide into the pocket without causing damage to the doorjamb's faceplate.

The strike is fitted with an internal ramp that lifts the latchbolt as well as the keeper when it receives a signal from a reader. The retraction of the keeper and latchbolt raises them on the ramp, locking the door. When the door is shut, the deadbolt remains retracted, and the latchbolt retracts into the keeper.

Installing an electric strike can be an easy task, especially in the case of replacing an existing strike door. However, if you're upgrading to an electric strike in an access control system, you'll have to ensure that your new system is compatible with the model of lock you've chosen to install. It is also necessary to make sure that the strike is wired to your access control system and that it is configured for fail-safe operation.

Upgrade your strike plates to high duty strike plates to prevent unauthorized entry. The plates are made of up to six screws of three inches instead of the usual two screws of three-fourths inch. The longer screws make it more difficult for anyone to break the frame and then reach inside to turn the thumb turn piece of a single deadbolt cylinder.