Do the same with the middle hinge and align the lock correctly.
How to fix a upvc door lock mechanism.
If it turns freely and unlocks then the problem may lie in the multipoint lock.
Remove the plastic cover on the main hinge area of the lock and turn an allen key until you see the door pulling back toward the hinge.
However if your upvc door won t open then this makes replacing the locks quite tricky.
Begin with the door lock.
Screw the retaining screw back into the lock faceplate.
This is found where your indent for your key is.
Insert the retaining screw back into the screw hole.
Should your upvc door not lock when closed shut this is due to alignment and in most cases is easy to fix either by adjusting the lock strike keep or roller points or by adjusting the door hinges.
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If it s failing to correctly meet the frame then your door lock may need to be tightened.
This will tighten the loose door handle and if done correctly your upvc door should be locking correctly and working again with no issues.
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A locksmith will usually just charge a labour price for this sort of job likely to be from 65 per hour.
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Test the lock by turning the key both right and left a few times and gently tug on the key when it is turned to both the right and left position.
Multipoint locks have been primarily used on upvc doors although occasionally and more recently they re being fitted to timber and composite doors.
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