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Replace Lock in UPVC Door A professional locksmith should be contacted for your upvc door locks if they aren't working correctly. They are fast, efficient and can finish the job to a high standard. It's not difficult to alter an upvc bar lock. You only need to know what you need to do and follow the steps below. Remove the barrel lock uPVC windows and doors are extremely common in a wide range of homes. They are great for allowing natural light into the home and are easy to open using the right key. It takes only five minutes to change the lock barrel of a uPVC uPVC. It is a quick fix if you have lost your key, or if a tenant has left and not returned it, or the lock barrel is damaged. You'll need to take out the handle screws first. The handles will be removed of the way to allow access to the lock barrel screws. It is important not to loosen the screws fast since this could cause damage to the handles. Once the screws are removed After removing the screws, look for the screw on the inside of the door that is holding the lock on the barrel. The screw is different in color from the other screws on your door and stands out. Utilizing a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw. Then, grab the present key used to lock the lock and place it in the barrel. Turn it as far to the right as you can. This should let the barrel loose and make it easier to pull it out of the door. After loosening the screw, you will be able to break the pins that hold the Euro Cylinder in place. To do this, you will require pliers that are strong or mole grips. Take the protruding end of the euro cylinder and bend it up and down and side to side. This will break the two pins holding it in place. Installing the new cylinder can be done after the old one has been removed. To ensure that you get the correct replacement, first take a measurement of the lock cylinder. This can be done by measuring the distance from the center of the circular portion of the keyhole to the middle of the square spindle. The measurement should be taken at the top of the spindle. Modifying the Cylinder The primary locking mechanism is a euro cylinder. They are simple to replace and don't require an expert locksmith or handyman service. If yours does not have this security, you need to replace it with one that does. They're inexpensive and could save you money and hassle in the event that your locks have been compromised. To begin to begin, open the door and stand in front of it, so that you can reach the handle retaining screw using your hands or an appropriate tool. Loosen this a little perhaps a quarter turn to get the job started. The cylinder will be easy to remove since the screw will not be able to hold it in its place. The next step is to determine the size replacement cylinder you will require. There are approximately 25 sizes available. It is recommended to take the old cylinder along when purchasing a new one so you can be certain it will fit. If you are not sure of the dimensions then measure from the center of the screw hole to the end of the cylinder. You can be certain that you're buying the right sized cylinders for your door made of upvc by measuring from the center of the screw hole to the end of the cylinder. Insert the new cylinder into your door the opposite way you removed the old one. Aligning replace window locks could be tricky but it's typically an issue of alignment. Now you must screw the long securing screw back into its place. Once you have done this, you can test the new cylinder and make sure it is secure inside the door. If you're satisfied with how secure it is, you can reconnect the handle and close the door to check again. If everything is working properly your cylinder lock on your doors made of upvc has been replaced and you have added a layer of security to your home. Change the handle There are a variety of reasons the door knob or handle could become loose. It could be due to wear and tear on the handle or the square spindle within the handle. In this case, the door handle needs to be replaced. First, ensure that the door is open and doesn't close when you are removing and replacing the handle. Remove the screws from the inside surface of the plate using a screwdriver. This will release the handle from the plate. Be careful not to lose these screws as they will need to be re-screwed back to their original position later. It is now possible to remove the handles to get access to the cylinder lock inside the door. It will be a round or bulb-shaped cylinder that is only found in multi-point locks used on upvc doors as well as doors made of aluminum. The process of changing the cylinder is like changing the handle. The only difference is that you'll need to remove the old cylinder off the door and replace it with a new one. When selecting the replacement handle, it is important to consider the size. Be sure that the handle is of a similar size to the original one as it will have to be able to slide over the screws that keep the handle in place. You can start by consulting the size table which lists the most commonly used sizes of replacement handle plates as well as their keyhole centers. It is also worth upgrading your handles on your doors made of upvc to more secure standards, such as a Sold Secure SS301 or 2* Kitemark set of security handles. This will enhance the security of your home as well as making it a lot easier to operate the door. These sets are slightly more expensive, but the added security and peace mind is worth the cost. You don't want to have to push the door handle constantly upwards and downwards to open or close it. Change the Lock The lock on your uPVC door could be a target for burglars. Upgrade your uPVC to a multipoint locking system to ensure its security. This would include an open hook and a deadbolt to keep out burglars. You can get a professional locksmith to help you, but you could also do it yourself. The process is quick and simple. You'll need just a few tools. The first step is to loosen the screws that hold the handle in place. You can take the screws off using the help of a screwdriver, and then store them in a secure place. You can then lift the handle to reveal the screw that holds the cylinder. You can remove this screw and replace it with a new one. You should make sure that the screw is exactly the same size as the original. It should be aligned properly with the lock barrel. Changing the lock on your uPVC door can appear daunting. It is vital to the security of your home. If you make an error, it could make it impossible to unlock the door. If you know how to accomplish it, the procedure is relatively simple and is much less expensive than hiring a locksmith. You'll need to remove the faceplate inside the lock to switch the lock. You will need to be able to see the screw that is located inside the door as well as the retaining bolt on the outside of the door. Once you have these screws in your hands, you are able to remove and replace the faceplate. There are several reasons why you might need to change the lock on your uPVC doors. It could be a lost key, a tenant has moved out and didn't return the keys, or you want to increase the security of your home. Changing a uPVC lock can be done by anyone with basic DIY skills. If the lock is stuck, you'll need to inspect the hinges inside the mechanism. If the hinges are lubricated and are in good condition, it can be simple to repair. If you're not sure you can do it, consult an expert.