- Does your pvc door catch on the frame. - On the side or the bottom- Does it get worse when the sun is shining- The darker colours and timber effects can be worst than white pvc as they attract more heat Once your door does drop or sag it can also effect how your lock works. If you have a multi point lock where you have to lift the handle to operate the lock. This action can get harder to do because your lock is now out of line due to your door sagging. This can happen to a lot of pvc doors over time. The most common cause is that the hinges just need to be adjusted. Plus it can get worse if the sun is shining on the door because pvc expands with heat. To adjust hinges is an easy job which can be carried out by almost anyone. In most cases all that is needed is a set of Allen keys & a screwdriver Below is a guide on how to adjust some of the main door hinges used by window companies Flag Hinge : One of the most common hinges used in the UK & Ireland is the flag hinge.
This hinge has 3 different adjustments. The first one is on the bottom if you use your Hex key and turn the screw on the bottom it will lift your door. The second is on the top first you will have to clip of a pvc cap than you will see the screw if you turn this it will tighten the door sash against the frame given you a tighter seal. This is needed sometimes because as time goes on you seal may shrink or flatten a small bit. So you use this adjustment to make sure you don't start getting a draught through your door.The last one is on the side if you look into the hole on the side you will see a screw which will take a 5mm hex key. Turn the screw one way and the door sash will move to the left and turn it the other way and the door moves to the right.There are many different types of flag hinges but they all work in the same way. They may just look a bit different. T -Hinge : This is another type of hinge used on pvc doors. It has only 2 types of adjustments. The first one is on the top & bottom and this will tighten the seal against the frame.
The other one in on the side and this will move it left or right depending on the way you turn the screw Butt Hinge : This hinge comes with only one adjustment. If you look at the side you will see a philips head screw. If you turn this it will move the door left or right. But before you try to turn this screw check to see if there is a small grub screw as this locks the hinge in place so the door won't move. Not all butt hinges have this but the door won't move unless you loosen this. Plus a lot of the older Butt hinges have no adjustment at all. If this is the case you will have to reline the hinges. If you have tried adjusting the door hinges but your door is still catching. Than maybe you need new hinges. Remember new hinges don't cost a lot and are not to hard to replace. Most window companies will do this for you and it won't cost the earth. But just to be safe it is better to ring at least two company's to get prices Feel free to ask any questions by posting them in the comment box below
We are now an accredited Yale door master expert. We can be found on their website. Please click here to find out more. The first thing to mention is that, if you are having difficulty locking your uPVC door lock, phone us straight away, as we are a upvc locksmith specialist. We can usually adjust the door or lock and prevent any more damage being done to your door mechanism. This obviously prevents you from having to buy a new one and so saves you money. If you leave it and the problem isn’t rectified, you may well break the gearbox on your door mechanism, resulting in you needing it replaced. Which can cost more in the long term. If your double glazing door or double glazing door lock is already broken, it is normally one of two things. Either the mechanism is faulty or your cylinder is faulty. You can tell which it is quite easily. If the problem seems to be with the key turning incorrectly, then it is likely to be a faulty Cylinder. If the problem seems to be with the handle, then it is most likely due to a broken door mechanism.
This is the bigger of the two jobs, and a larger expense. If it’s a problem with the cylinder, we will be able to fix the problem straight away, in one visit. If it’s a problem with the uPVC door lock mechanism, we will open it for you and replace it. We can usually have a new mechanism on your door and working within two hours of arriving. Always call Locks in the City as we are a Upvc Locksmith specialist. It’s worth mentioning about uPVC door security and the extra security which can be installed. You have the option of changing your current cylinder lock for an anti snap, bump resistant and anti drill cylinder lock version. Handles can be replaced for more secure, anti snap upvc door handles. We can also install sash jammers.These are essentially door bolts for uPVC doors. For extra security on a your sliding patio door, you can fit push locks. These stop the door from being both lifted off the runners or jemmied open.Advice on Door Locks|Barrels in Trafford, How to Fix, Repair or Adjust.
Locksmiths- Upvc Mechanisms-Barrels-Repairs in Trafford . Call us for a Rapid Response on 07973 620 870. Repair & replacement of Upvc Lock-mechanisms/locking barrels/Adjustments & re-alignment of doors we also replace toughened (safety glass) to Upvc & wooden doors. Common problems complaints with Upvc doors: "My upvc door isn`t working properly" "I can`t lock or unlock my Upvc door" "free advice about faulty Upvc doors & locking mechanism problems" "door won`t lock or unlock" "faults with Upvc patio doors" "need to change your locking barrels because of lost or misplaced keys" give us a call! We can help with all your Upvc repairs. Diagnose a fault with the information provided below. 1. Upvc door mechanism faults: Has the handle become floppy and has very little tension? Does the door only seem to partly unlock? Has the handle jammed? When you lift the handle did you hear a clunk sound? When you lift the handle when the door is in the open position do all the parts on the edge of the door move, if not you have a mechanism problem?
All the above indicate that the door locking mechanism is faulty and requires urgent professional attention ! 2. Upvc locking barrel faults: Does the lock (barrel) stick when you try to turn the key? Will the key not turn at all? Can you turn the key but then not be able to remove the key? The above faults are all signs that the locking barrel has become faulty and requires replacement! 3. Upvc door adjustments: Does the door stick or catch when opening and closing? Is it hard when you try to life the handle before locking? Is there a gap or can you see daylight when the door is shut? The above faults are all signs that the Door Unit need adjusting, and requires re-alaignment ! All the above faults point to the door dropping and so causing these problems, D C Glass & lock can help, it`s important to use the correct tradesperson for the job, somebody who knows how to resolve a particular problem and so only replaces the necessary parts.
So for example if the door has dropped & isn`t locking very well you don`t want to be replacing the lock when all you need is an adjustment and so on, we only do what is absolutely necessary and nothing more this means you only pay for what is absolutely necessary. See the Area's of Trafford , and Post Code's we cover. D C Glass & Lock specialise in repairs to Upvc window & door mechanisms, replacement barrels, cylinders & mortace locks to Upvc and wooden doors. We also make adjustments to ill- fitting Upvc doors & windows, as well as offering a full emergency & none emergency glazing service. We can replace locking barrels, cylinders and all other domestic locks when you move house or if you’re unfortunate enough to lose or misplace keys. We also offer an emergency gain entry service where we can get you in then replace your locks where necessary. uPVC Door Locks Trafford Locksmiths for uPVC Door Locks Trafford, We also offer an emergency boarding/glazing service with same-day fitting of double glazed unit or safety glass where possible.
With over 20 years experience in the lock repair business, We specialise in the replacement of broken or failed Barrel units, uPVC mechanisms, uPVC door barrels, Locks, Cylinders, Mortace Locks, Patio door and uPVC door adjustments. Same day entry service and all other aspects of locksmith repairs to homes and commercial premises including schools, churches and other public buildings in Trafford. So if you are locked out, lost or stolen keys, Damaged or faulty locks, just call us for our services Lock replacement Trafford or Lock Repairs Trafford We can replace your door and window locks – just call us for a quote, or see our Locksmith section for more details. We offer a highly competitive service – please call us for a no obligation quote. Locksmith Trafford for uPVC Lock Replacement Trafford Central Manchester postcode including Strangeways. Salford postcode including Ordsall & New Windsor. Salford postcode including part of Eccles, Irlam o' th' Heights, Brindle Heath, Charlestown, Pendleton, Wallness & Seedley.
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