How To Replace A Stuck Door Lock

This is a quick video to show you how to replace a sliding screen door lock.

How to replace a stuck door lock.

Hope you all enjoy and like comment and subscribe for more how to diy videos. Replacing knobs and calling locksmiths can be costly. 1 loosen the setscrew on the knob s shank. 2 hold the knob on the other side of the door and turn the loose knob clockwise until it fits snugly.

Use a pen to test the turning mechanism. Measure the size of the lock. You can tighten a simple interior mortise lockset like the one shown at left as follows. Now you have the knowhow to repair your stuck door knob lock this time and any other time it may happen.

The most comprehensive method of ensuring security it involves removing the existing lock from the door including the handle if it s a handle lock combo and then installing. Finally measure the thickness of your door. Add lubrication and use this method to distribute it. To ensure that your new lock fits in its opening use a tape measure to check the size of the hole where your lock used to be.

You will see how the door knob lock works and can then use the rag to wipe down the internal components.