Deadbolt locks typically last a long time and a little maintenance will prevent having to replace the lock prematurely.
Front door lock does not work.
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.
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.
Misaligned deadbolts and latches are common door lock problems.
Test the lock for proper function.
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Lubricate knob locks with graphite.
Continue to the next section if this does not solve the problem.
If your key will only go into the lock partway there may be an obstruction blocking it.
A strike plate is usually affixed to the door jamb and facilitates the extension of the bolt or latch.
Most deadbolt locks work the same although the look and style of a bolt lock can vary.
Use the chisel to remove the door stop.
Fixing the lock yourself will be cheaper than buying a new one or having a professional come to your house to repair the lock.
Trying to remove it yourself without the right tools when you can t see what you are doing could damage the lock.
Wiggle the lock toggle or thumb button as you apply the graphite to work it into the mechanism.
If the key doesn t work any easier when the door is open lubricate and clean the lock.
If lubricating the lock did not work and you suspect there is an obstruction you should call a locksmith.
Tap the end of a chisel under the door stop on the striker side of the jamb.
See lock doesn t latch properly below.
In most cases it means that the latch or locking bolt are not lining up with the door locks strike plate.
Repairs range from making minor latch adjustments to repositioning the door.
Pry up on it until it comes loose and remove it.
Squirt a small amount of graphite into the seam around the lock.
If it works easily the deadbolt isn t engaging the strike plate properly the strike plate is preventing it from moving smoothly.
Look under the stem of the door knob for a small hole.