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UPVC DOOR LOCK?

Hi, having a problem locking door. Handle will not go up completely so won't lock. Been pushing up hard no joy then all of a sudden it will go. What could be the problem and how could i rectify please. Any helpful advice would be appreciated.

Zap., February 2007

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Hi have front upvc door and in order to close it I now have to hold the handle down if don't the locking bolts all come out. I used close the door and lift the handle up but the handle dose not go up. can you help as to what i need to do to put right.
Thank You.

Matthew, June 2013

as per shaun the locks advise,thank you sir this worked a treat

kevin, November 2011

I specialise in double glazing repairs. After 18 years in the trade I am still learning about all types of locks and ways to repair them. It is not just a case of WD40 but the knowledge of how a lock works and how to repair or replace it. My charges are reasonable and I will not " rip you off ". Nothing is maintenance free and any company that tells you so are not doing their best to satisfy the customer. So give me a call and I will help. Advice is free. Repairs are not and can be expensive if you call out a rogue trader.

Paul, March 2011

i have a 4 roller lock and the handle is so floppy is it handle or mechanizan in lock it self

paul jones, January 2011

my static caravan upvc door locks in door open position but it wont lock when shut well not all the time when you lift handle i can tell when it will lock it clicks unfotunately 8 times out of 10 i struggle to lock it i think they dont line up there is i understand grub screws under the hinges but how do you know which to move

tezza, November 2010

My upvc door has locked, i locked it at normal and went to open this morning and the handle will not come down. I can turn the key in the lock to open and close but my handle will not come down. It is like something has catched on and not letting the door open. We can not take the hindges off as someone has put the door on incorrect and we can not get to the screws. Any ideas?

Katie, September 2010

how can i fix my upvc door handle as it turns all the way round. the door is shut but its half locked and half not can anyone please help

diane, July 2010

I'm stuck in the house, cannot push the handle up to turn the key. As per advise above do you think it's the multipoint door lock? I can't open to put WD40 on!

Sash, May 2010

This site has some good info on upvc door locking problems.
http://midlandlocks.angelfire.com/upvc/

carrie-ann, April 2010

handle has snapped and just spinning and my door is locked how do i get to open my door

eddie, April 2010

My upvc door is closed, it unlocks with key, pull the handle down and the locks come out but the door won't open. It's like the catch is stuck, is there anyone that can help please..... ?

Nige, March 2010

the hige has probably dropped door needs ajusting if you look at the hinges you will find some grub scews need an alan key any one with half a brian can do it good luck

stu, January 2010

Have got the same problem. I opened the lock found a sliding mechanism is broken and requires replacing. Problem i have is finding a store or website that sells spares etc for this type of repair. Normally only professional door repairers carry these items, and then charge an arm and a leg to repair. Sorry cannot give actual way to repair.

Simon, October 2009

getting the barrel out of a upvc door

mick green, April 2009

Phil

I am having the same problem. Key doesn't come out if door is unlocked. Did you manage to fix it??

Sumit, March 2009

please can you help i have a key in the other side of my door i can see it through the glass but cant get into my house now and locked out, i have the only 2 keys!!!

e jones, March 2009

My UPVC Door has dropped slightly it is not out of alighnment but it is hard to open and close, could you tell me how I raise it slightly. Thank you

John Tooke, January 2009

any GOOD locksmith would NEVER use WD40on a lock,because it leaves a residue which attracts dust and grit which eventually lead you back to the same problem.The only application should be graphite powder which is more of a slip agent with no comebacks.if the problem persists then the lock cylinder could be suspect,and changing them is straight forward providing you know what you are doing.

brian(pick-n-fix locksmiths), December 2008

i can not trun my key all the way round to remove the key when it is unlocked

phil, December 2008

OMG!!! I have had this problem since i moved into my new house back in jan 08. we always thought we'd need a locksmith to fix it (as per above, they state only they can fix the problem). well after getting sick of using the back door for 11months i have searched the net for an answer. I saw the above post re wd40 and thought what the hell, if the locksmith gonna charge £200 i'll give it a go. As soon as i sprayed the loack it work. hey presto! USE WD40 NOT A LOCK SMITH AND SAVE £200!!!!

sara, November 2008

the door has dropped and needs what is called toe and healing. The door has dropped and now the locks dont line up

mike, September 2008

Hey. if you car keeps stalling .. do you get it looked at?
If your locks stiff and keys are snapping?
Is that not telling you... im not a happy lock !!

emsecure master locksmiths, June 2008

use a qualified locksmith to get the job done properly
£60 - 100 is a good price then if it retro fits , cool. If cuttting out, adjusting keeps and alignments need to be done and the jobs done well. Its well worth paying a MLA Locksmith to do it!!
you can get into a hell of a bother if its not done right. Does this affect your insurance, a lock not being fitted right?? Mmmm

master locksmiths, June 2008

For other people reading this, if the handle still wouldn't push up completely with the door open then it is likely the "multipoint door lock" had failed. You may be looking at £200 to have this part replaced or between £60 - £100 to buy a replacement online and fit it yourself.

One company I have used in the past was www.upvc-hardware.co.uk
They had the lock I needed in stock and all in it cost me just over £70, much cheaper than the local locksmith quoted to replace it!!!!

Chris, April 2008

try to push handles up with door in open position if it works properly with the door open then the keeps on the locking side of the frame neeed adjusting i wouldnt recomend forcing the lock and oiling depending on the make of lock it could fail beyond repair

sean the lock, February 2008

I've just had the same problem and tried this advice. It works brilliantly - thank you!

Paul, January 2008

My daughter and son inlaw had the same problem. Had to get a locksmith [£100] all he did was force it up and squirted load of WD40 into the lock and on the locking rollers and their slides. It works ok now. Try it and save being stitched up for £100 . keep doors and windows lubricated with WD40 at least twice a year.
Bob the builder[retired]

Bob, March 2007