Tighten the hinge screws and then try adjusting the strike plate by loosening its screws and shifting it slightly.
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Once you get the door open try working the key back and forth.
Lubricate knob locks with graphite.
If it won t lock open the door.
Use the chisel to remove the door stop.
Tap the end of a chisel under the door stop on the striker side of the jamb.
Deadbolt locks typically last a long time and a little maintenance will prevent having to replace the lock prematurely.
Fixing the lock yourself will be cheaper than buying a new one or having a professional come to your house to repair the lock.
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A strike plate is usually affixed to the door jamb and facilitates the extension of the bolt or latch.
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.
Repairs range from making minor latch adjustments to repositioning the door.
Continue to the next section if this does not solve the problem.
If your key will only go into the lock partway there may be an obstruction blocking it.
Most deadbolt locks work the same although the look and style of a bolt lock can vary.
In most cases it means that the latch or locking bolt are not lining up with the door locks strike plate.
Slide a small flat head screwdriver into the hole with one hand and pull on the knob.
Squirt a small amount of graphite into the seam around the lock.
If lubricating the lock did not work and you suspect there is an obstruction you should call a locksmith.
If the key doesn t work any easier when the door is open lubricate and clean the lock.
Warm the metal several times until the icy lock opens.
Wiggle the lock toggle or thumb button as you apply the graphite to work it into the mechanism.
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Test the lock for proper function.
If it works easily the deadbolt isn t engaging the strike plate properly the strike plate is preventing it from moving smoothly.
Look under the stem of the door knob for a small hole.