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Double Glazing Door Lock Repairs Is your uPVC door or window mechanism not working properly Maybe the window or door handles dont meet up correctly or are difficult to use Youll lose energy when your doubleglazed doors do not perform as they should This also increases the likelihood of burglaries Owen the Locksmith will be able to fix your door lock at an affordable price Snapped Key If a key is snapped off within the lock it can be incredibly difficult It can also be a security issue because it could make you vulnerable to an intruder if the door does not lock Fortunately there are some quick fixes that you can use to solve the problem and get your door operating properly again Be sure to remain calm If you panic you could end up pushing the broken key further into the lock Spray WD40 or another penetrating lubricant into the lock This will allow the broken piece to be removed more easily You can also use a screwdriver to break off any pieces stuck If you happen to have a little bit of the key that is visible it you can make use of a paperclip or any other metal object with a thin surface to grab it and remove it Both methods work well however be very careful not to push the broken piece of the key deeper into the keyway Some paperclips have grooved edges that can serve to extract hooks and Jigsaw blades can also be used for this use If you dont have one of these tools you can bend a hook using needlenosed pliers Additionally you can make use of a pair of tweezers to grab and pull out the last piece of broken keys If you are unable to get the broken piece of key out try using a lock deicer Its usually available at all hardware stores It works by freezing any moisture or ice that may be in the lock If none of these methods appear to be working you its time to call in locksmith Fitlocks experts can quickly resolve issues with uPVC door mechanisms and locks that have snapped keys as well as broken handles They can also reconfigure the double glazing door mechanisms so that they are more easy to use Book a double glazing repair with us online or give us a phone call to discuss your needs Broken Cylinder A damaged cylinder could pose a serious security risk Its a good thing that its a simple repair for an expert locksmith to complete A locksmith will have to tap the cylinder to fix it They can do this with an hammer or another tool but the most efficient way is to use a long match or piece of wire The match or wire end near the keyway The locksmith will strike the lock to crack it open This is much better than using a heavy hammer that can harm the lock The most frequent cause for cylinder head cracks is overheating This can occur when the block and the cylinder head are made of different metals such as castiron and aluminium Different metals can heat up and cool off at different rates This can cause localized hotspots to expand more quickly than the rest of the cylinder Corrosion is another possible cause of fractures in cylinders If the cylinder head as well as cylinder block are not properly maintained it can result in corrosion or rust and cause them to expand at a more than they should Over time this can also lead to cracks If your uPVC window or door lock is rigid and requires a lot of pressure to turn it could be due to a variety of reasons This issue could be caused by a malfunctioning locking mechanism or misalignment or a wornout handle Fortunately this is an easy and affordable fix for the majority of homeowners of double glazing A professional locksmith can usually solve the issue within one hour of arriving at the home Depending on the needs of your home they can change the locking mechanism change the window handles or change the gearboxes A skilled locksmith will always be able to advise you of the most costeffective option for your home They can even suggest upgrades to 3 Star security Euro cylinders TS007 that will add an extra layer of security against burglars Its a small price to pay for the security that comes from knowing your uPVC doors are secure window repairs Borehamwood are complex mechanisms that wear out with age and use so its no surprise that they sometimes break It isnt easy to determine the cause of a broken window handle lock and then fix it properly If the issue is with the internal locking mechanism or the latch fixing the broken handle will improve your uPVC double glazing doors security and help you to stop the draughts If you do not repair or replace the handle could be expensive and could harm the doors frame as well as lock and frame so its worth spending some time to do it correctly Screwdriver When the window is open remove the screw that holds the handle It should be located on the inside of the back plate which is usually hidden by an aesthetically pleasing cover for the screw reasons You should not be able to replace any internal parts of the handle such as the levers and plates on either side It is best to keep them in the same place so you can reinstall them in the event of a need Then with a second screwdriver loosen the screw that holds the handle to the spindle on the back Once the screw is released youll be capable of pulling the handle away and pull out the broken spindle Replace it with a brand new spindle ensuring that its the same length you can buy them on the internet or at hardware stores Securely screw it in the frame Do not overtighten the screw as this can harm the handle as well as the window frame Check that the new handle is installed Close the window and test the handle It is likely that it will operate smoothly and youll be able unlock your window Dont forget to doublecheck that your uPVC window is shut properly while youre working with the handle If they arent closing properly you may experience draughts or damp in your home It could also affect the energy efficiency of your home A local window company such as Core Sash Windows will be capable of adjusting the hinges on your window frames to ensure they can shut properly Broken Spindle It is more likely for the spindle to break rather than the handle This is most frequent in uPVC tilt and turn windows These windows require a handle that operates an electronic locking mechanism within the frame of the window The handle is attached a central rod which activates mushroomshaped locking cams that secure into the frame of the window keep If the dead latch mechanism does not open when the handle is turned it is likely the spindle is damaged This can be a frustrating problem Luckily there are ways to fix this problem A good locksmith can quickly and efficiently fix this problem They will be able to remove the window handle using a tool that can remove the wheel component of the mechanism that is where the spindle goes This can be done without causing any damage to the handle or causing any other damage to the frame of the window After the wheel has been removed the technician can inspect the spindle and determine what caused it to break This involves disassembling the spindle and then examining each component noting any damage or excessive wear This process is usually carried out by technicians in a clean environment Next clean the damaged spindle This will help get rid of any dirt or debris which may be obstructing it from operating normally After that the spindle is cleaned it could be repaired or replaced If its being replaced the technician can take a dowel of a similar size to the one used in the first and drill mating holes into both pieces of the spindle This will ensure that the new spindle is precisely matched to the handle If the damaged spindle cant be repaired it may require replacement Home centers sell generic replacements However If the style of your window is unique then it is necessary to speak with a woodworker or cabinet maker who can make the exact part for you Once the new spindle has been installed it can be positioned to the handle by line up the screw holes on the handle and the frame existing screws Once the handle is firmly seated you can operate your uPVC windows