How To Fix A Door Lock That Won T Latch

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How to fix a door lock that won t latch.

The jamb latch hole should be flash with the strike plate hole for the door to latch properly. Loosen the knobs a little to relieve some of the pressure on the door and to free up the latch a little. Repairs range from making minor latch adjustments to repositioning the door. Try applying wd 40 or a silicone lubricant if the latch is still catching in the door.

Tighten the hinge screws and then try adjusting the strike plate by loosening its screws and shifting it slightly. Slide the latch in and out to see if it moves smoothly and if not the door knob may be too tight. Http bit ly rexmetalfile16pc gox rotary tool kit 140pc also works great for grinding. Use the chisel to remove the door stop.

Use a utility knife to trim out any piece of wood around the edges of the latch hole in the jamb. 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. Fixing a door that won t latch is really that simple. Tap the end of a chisel under the door stop on the striker side of the jamb.