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How to Replace door lock Door Locks

The first protection is your door lock. It will prevent unauthorized access to your home. The signs of wear and tear as well as instances like moving into a new home or break-ins, can necessitate the necessity of replacing your lock.

You can determine the size of your cylinder by measuring the distance from the center of the knoblock cylinder to the adjustment screw. This measurement will enable you to purchase the appropriate lock.

Deadbolt

If you're looking to ensure that your door is secure from criminals, it's a great idea to install deadbolts. When the bolt is extended into the strike plate of the doorframe, it makes it much more difficult for an intruder to get through the composite door lock replacement. A single cylinder deadbolt can be activated by an exterior key on the side and a thumb turn piece on the interior. Deadbolts can only function if it is installed correctly.

First, you must determine whether the door lock replacement already has a hole that is suitable for a deadbolt, or if you need to bore it out. With the template included with the lock installation kit, mark the location of the deadbolt hole on the door's surface. Utilize your tape measure to determine the height of the deadbolt. Mark this measurement on the door's edge, and then use the speedsquare to draw a straight line across the mark that you made for the bolt hole.

Then, use a power drill to drill this spot until the hole is on the other side of the door. This may take a while. Then, sand the hole and along the edge of the door so that it is smooth. It's also an excellent idea to stain or paint the door at this point.

Once the door is ready take off any screws that are visible on the existing deadbolt. This will reveal the front and back assembly of the deadbolt, and also the bolt that is inside. Then unscrew the old bolt and replace it with the new bolt to match your door hardware. You will need to unscrew the bolt from a setplate. After that, you'll have to chisel the door frame to accommodate the strike plate.

If your strike plate isn't aligned properly, it's likely because the previous installer didn't mortise it correctly or a weatherstripping popped up and changed the strike's position. To fix this issue you'll need to remortise both the strike plate and the deadbolt. After this is done check the deadbolt by closing and locking it. Test the deadbolt by closing and locking it after the bolt has been extended into the strike plate.

Knob

If the knob on your door is damaged, it can make your business or home less secure. It could make it difficult to open or close the door, making it an ideal idea to replace the knob. Replacing the knob is an easy DIY project and shouldn't take longer than 30 minutes to complete. You can use a screwdriver and pliers to take off the knob or handle, but be careful not to damage any other parts on the door.

Before starting, you'll want to spray WD-40 or some other dry lubricant on the mechanism of the door knob. This will help the new lock to move smoothly when you turn it. To ensure proper operation it is important to select a knob and handle that are compatible with your doors. If you don't have a matching knob, you'll need to buy an additional doorknob and latch plate.

To begin the replacement lock for composite door process, examine the old knob or handle to find what screws are holding it in place. If there aren't any screws you can use a screwdriver to wedge between the cover plate and the screws plate hidden and remove it.

Once you've removed the knob, check it for signs of damage or rust. It's important to clean it off if there are any scratches or dents however, you shouldn't need to do anything If the knob is in good condition.

Install the new knob. Begin by examining the knobs you've chosen to ensure that you're choosing the right one for your door. You'll need to choose one with an extended rod that will interlock with the rod mechanism of the other knob. After you've placed the new knob in the hole in the door and then carefully slide it into the latch.

Thread the latch plate screws down, then test the spring by pressing down on it several times. The latch should spring back up each time. Then, put in the new knob and connect it to the rod mechanism on the first knob. Thread the long screws from the interior doorknob into the holes for the cylinder on the exterior knob, and lock it into the knob's position.

Latch

A latch is a piece of metal that extends through the doorjamb to hold it shut. It is operated by a knob or handle on the interior side of the door or a thumb turn on the exterior side of the door. A deadbolt is a device used to secure a latch and stop intruders from breaking through the glass of the door. It can also guard against intentional or accidental closing by children or animals. A latch can be set using single cylinder deadbolts or a double cylinder deadbolt, based on the level of security you prefer.

Installing a latch involves the same steps as installing a deadbolt, however there are some variations. To ensure that the new lock will work first, you must take a measurement of the setback on the doorjamb with the tape measure. The setback is measured from the edge of doorjamb up to the middle of the hole for the latch plate. A typical setback is 2 3/8 to 2 3/4 inches. If you have a higher setback, you might need to purchase a longer latch at a hardware store or locksmith.

Then, make a hole for the latch plate in the doorjamb's edge. Utilize a chisel to smooth out the latch mortise, making sure it's deep enough for the faceplate of the new latch to be in a flush position with the doorjamb. Place the strike plate in the correct position to ensure it's placed correctly.

If the strike is placed too high, the door could be pushed into or pressure put on it using a crowbar or tire iron. This can also crack the doorjamb. To fix this, the strike can be reduced by drilling a second hole in the doorjamb and chiseling out the core of the previous hole.

Installing the new strike plate is the final step. This can be accomplished by screwing the new plate over the screw holes that are already in place. Use wood putty afterwards to fill in any old holes for screws or bolts that won't be used. After the putty has dried, sand it smooth for professional results.

Strike

An electric strike is a metal piece that holds the deadbolt and latch are engaged when the door is shut. It is a vital component of the security of a lock, as it keeps the door shut and provides extra resistance to kicking or force applied to the door. If a door is equipped with an electric strike, it will only be opened with a key or the control unit which controls its electrical impulses.

Traditionally the installation of an electric strike involved cutting a section of the doorjamb in order to remotely remove the latchbolt of a cylindrical lock from the pocket of the strike. This change can be a drawback in terms of the appearance of openings, and it also exposes the mechanism of the latchbolt and keeper to unauthorized users.

Recently, a number of electric strike manufacturers have created a "No Cut" type of strike that does not require a cutout to operate. They use a specific design that allows the latchbolt and keeper to slide into the pocket without damaging the faceplate of the doorjamb.

The strike has an internal ramp that raises the latchbolt and keeper whenever it receives an electrical signal from a controller or reader. The retraction of the keeper and latchbolt pushes them up higher on the ramp, thereby locking the door. When the door is closed the deadbolt remains extended and the latchbolt is retracted into the keeper.

Installing an electronic strike is a straightforward procedure, especially when you're replacing an older strike. If you're planning to upgrade an existing access control system to an electric strike, you must ensure that the new system is compatible. Also, you must ensure that the strike is connected to your access control system and is configured to function in a fail-safe way.

Upgrade your strike plates to heavy duty strike plates to stop unauthorized entry. These plates use four to six screws of three inches instead of the two three-fourth inch screws commonly employed in regular strikes. These longer screws make breaking the frame to reach the piece that turns the thumb on a single cylinder deadbolt more difficult.