The key has gone walk abouts by one of the children and we have brought a replacement lock but then we have been told we need the key to change the lock... any other way? ... without payinga locksmiths as e just can't afford to right now.
Thanks in anticipation.
Anyone know how to change a lock on a upvc door as we've lost the only key.?
If you can get the door open, you don't need a key to change the lock. It should come apart with an ordinary screwdriver. Start by removing knobs - there will be a slot on the inside knob that if you push a small screwdriver into it it will slip off the barrel. That will allow you to remove the entire barrel from the outside. Then you can remove the strike. Or, if you purchase the same brand lock, you may be able to re-use the strike.
If this is a deadlock, you may have one-way screws on the inside - there is a tool to remove them that any big-box or locksmith will sell you - it is NOT a controlled tool. Same process. Remove the thumb or key-bolt from the inside and then the lock will come apart.
Good luck with it. Store a key in a high place. And don't label the keys on your ring.
Anyone know how to change a lock on a upvc door as we've lost the only key.?
You will need to get a new barrel. I don't know if you can buy them - when our lock seized up the man who fitted the doors brought out a new barrel with a couple of keys. It only took 5 minutes. Ring a local double-glazing firm and enquire.
Look in yellow pages or your local paper for a upvc window and door hinge and lock repair man
You don't need the key to change the lock. you would need the key to rekey the lock. meaning changing the lock to accept a different key.
To remove barrel from door you need key to turn swing arm Straight,without key you need to drill hole where key goes,use sharp bit,drill out,remove barrel,fit new,easy?
If not get locksmith in!
