My Front Door Lock Won T Turn

Spray the lock with lubricant to remove dirt and dust.

My front door lock won t turn.

If that is the problem it is easy to fix. That can cause the pins to get stuck in a partially raised position and prevent the plug from turning. Push and hold the button in. When that happens the dirt can cause the pins to stick in a partially raised position preventing the plug from turning.

Tighten the hinge screws and then try adjusting the strike plate by loosening its screws and shifting it slightly. It will come in two pieces. When a door latch doesn t click into position it usually means the latch and the strike plate are out of alignment. Don t use a wet.

Leave the striker bolt in place. Slide the key in the lock and tap lightly on the key to lubricate the inside of the lock. Release the button quickly try sliding your finger off the button so the pressure is maintained up until the precise moment of release with no backing off. Repairs range from making minor latch adjustments to repositioning the door.

You can spray a little dry lubricant in the lock to free up the plug so you can open the door. A door knob lock button stuck has a few quick fixes that you can try out. Spray the door key with a graphite based lubricant. Lubricate the inside of the mechanism if the lock still does not function.

Flip the key and open the door. Sometimes dust and dirt collect inside the lock cylinder. Remove the two screws one on either side of the handle and remove the knob. Key will not work if you ve had a new spare key cut recently it could be a poorly cut key causing the problem.

The best lock is a dead bolt that s properly installed. Outdoor locks can collect a lot of dirt and dust inside the lock cylinder. Start by trying to push the lock button.