Ask a Trade: Locksmiths
Got a question that only a tradesperson can answer? We have thousands of trades ready to answer any question you may have.
Ask your question
Search our questions

Found an answer to your question? Find a Locksmith near you!

Filter by:

  • All
    • All
    • At least 1 answer
    • At least 2 answers
    • At least 3 answers
    • No answers
  • Sort by:

  • Most liked
  • UPVC front door won't lock

    My porch door won't lock, it is a double glazed upvc door only fitted a year ago. The handle lifts up but it seems like it is sticking so I can't turn the key. Does anyone know how to fix it cheaply?

    Asked by Akinfolayan on 31st Mar 2020
    View answers

    How to fix a broken internal door?

    Bedroom door is stuck shut and I can’t open it from the outside. I’m not on the side with the latch visible so I can’t open it that way. Can I open the door without damaging it? It’s just a standard wooden door with a lever latch handle and I can lower the handle but the latch inside isn’t moving. Help!

    Asked by Robert on 15th Apr 2020
    View answers

    How Can I Fix Stiff Door Locks?

    My front door’s lock has become very stiff recently when I try to turn the key in it to unlock it. However, it doesn’t seem to bad when locking the door. I’d like to solve this soon so I don't get locked out. It seems to have gone worse over time and is now consistently stiff, despite the door and lock only being a few years old. Is there anything I can do to make the lock a bit looser? Or is it more likely that I need to replace the door’s lock? If anyone has any ideas for what could have caused this, please let me know – as I don’t want any repeats of this in future.

    Asked by Cheryl on 19th Jun 2019
    View answers

    Can I fit a lock to a hollow door?

    Hello all I have a hollow bedroom door currently, which I would like to add a lock to. Is this possible to install, or would I need to replace the door for this? Is there any adjustments I could make to a hollow door to enable a new lock to be fitted?

    Asked by Sarath on 1st Mar 2019
    View answers

    advice on secure locks that aren't too expensive for exterior door

    I want to upgrade the locks of every exterior door of my property. What type of locks should I have fitted if I want ones that are more secure than most but not necessarily too expensive either?

    Asked by Carol on 17th Aug 2020
    View answers

    Police approved door locks

    What exactly is a police approved door lock?

    Asked by carole on 19th Apr 2022
    View answers

    UPVC door lock - inside handle up, outside still opens it!

    Pushing the door handle upwards, would normally stop the door opening from outside from what I understand. This does not seem to be the case. Is the a lock issue or something else?

    Asked by Thufael on 22nd Jun 2021
    View answers

    Front upvc door lock

    I have just changed the handle and lock on my front uPVC door but the door won't lock when closed. I tried repositioning the striking plate but it only lock when I took it off. The lock works when the door is open. Do I need the strike plate? Or do I need to replace it?

    Asked by Ken on 21st Dec 2021
    View answers

    Broken follower in kitchen door

    I have an internal door which is shut and when took the door handles off discovered the follower is shattered, how can I get the door open to take out the barrel

    Asked by Stephen on 21st Mar 2022
    View answers

    Conservatory door lock not working

    A lock from a door in my conservatory that leads out into the garden seems to be malfunctioning. The key is turning but it won’t lock. Why is this happening? How do I fix it? If I hire a locksmith, how long might the work take altogether?

    Asked by Carol on 29th Apr 2021
    View answers
    1 2 ... 10
    Find Tradespeople, compare up to 3 quotes!
    It's FREE and there are no obligations
    Ask a Trade

    Are you looking for advice on a DIY project or have a question for our tradespeople?

    We'll email your question to tradespeople who are skilled in your chosen category.

    Your question will be made public - please do not include any personal details.

    {{ first(ask.errors)[0] }}

    By continuing you agree to the Community Guidelines.

    Ready to get a price for your home improvement project?
    Get started

    Over 1 million homeowners and over 50,000 tradespeople
    use MyJobQuote nationwide each year