See lock doesn t latch properly below.
Front door lock does not work.
If it won t lock open the door.
Trying to remove it yourself without the right tools when you can t see what you are doing could damage the lock.
Door lock doesn t latch properly when a door latch doesn t click into position it usually means the latch and the strike plate are out of alignment.
Once you get the door open try working the key back and forth.
Fixing the lock yourself will be cheaper than buying a new one or having a professional come to your house to repair the lock.
Misaligned deadbolts and latches are common door lock problems.
Look under the stem of the door knob for a small hole.
A strike plate is usually affixed to the door jamb and facilitates the extension of the bolt or latch.
Test the lock for proper function.
Repairs range from making minor latch adjustments to repositioning the door.
If it works easily the deadbolt isn t engaging the strike plate properly the strike plate is preventing it from moving smoothly.
Squirt a small amount of graphite into the seam around the lock.
Use the chisel to remove the door stop.
If your key will only go into the lock partway there may be an obstruction blocking it.
Slide a small flat head screwdriver into the hole with one hand and pull on the knob.
Warm the metal several times until the icy lock opens.
Pry up on it until it comes loose and remove it.
Wiggle the lock toggle or thumb button as you apply the graphite to work it into the mechanism.
Tighten the hinge screws and then try adjusting the strike plate by loosening its screws and shifting it slightly.
If the key doesn t work any easier when the door is open lubricate and clean the lock.
Deadbolt locks typically last a long time and a little maintenance will prevent having to replace the lock prematurely.
Most deadbolt locks work the same although the look and style of a bolt lock can vary.
Chevy duramax drivers side door not unlocking or locking fix.
In most cases it means that the latch or locking bolt are not lining up with the door locks strike plate.
If lubricating the lock did not work and you suspect there is an obstruction you should call a locksmith.