Giving an insight into what to do with a faulty upvc door locking mechanism or patio door locking strip.
How to remove upvc door lock mechanism.
It can be quite a scary thought when your front or back doors stop locking correctly.
How to remove and replace a upvc multipoint locking mechanism.
Next once the cylinder is loose pull it out of the socket it s in and take the key out.
Always try and replace your old gearbox with the exact same size and brand.
Broken upvc door lock mechanism.
Replacing a multipoint upvc door lock may seem like a daunting task but with the right tools and know how it is relatively simple.
Once the handles are off make sure to store them and the screws safely.
Then insert the key into the lock and turn it about 10 degrees to line up the inner latch of the lock with the body of the lock.
To change a upvc door lock start by unscrewing the retaining screw which is located on the faceplate on the side of the door.
First you need to remove the handles so locate how many screws are holding them in place and remove them usually two or three but always double check if the handle isn t coming away freely there may be an extra screw you missed.