You are a kind and considerate person in emphasizing SAFETY GLASSES. Prevention is the best medicine. I've worked in the ER before. Thank you for the helpful tips.
This is an very simple and helpful video to show us how to fix the problem and this problem happens to lot of residents. I don’t understand why (424) watchers disliked it? I fully support you with (like). Thank you.
I'm kinda surprised by how many negative "11 minute video for a two minute fix" comments there are! He showed a few different solutions and is teaching how to do each of them at no cost to you. This was a clear and informative video! Thank you for creating this type of content! I'll be trying these tips on an old shed at our church. We replaced the door handle today, but it doesn't latch, and we think it is because the door has warped over time.
Just fixed a long time not-latching door using this fix. So happy to have been able to shave a bit off the plate and not move it altogether. Thanks mate!
Bought a carbide burr drill bit and shaved off a few millimeters off of my strike plate and it did the trick. Thanks for the tip! I Personal tip, I taped my vacuum hose directly under the strike plate while drilling to suck all of the metal shaving directly into the vacuum. Mess free!
SEL, Great vid! 30-year high-end finish carpenter here. I'd like to point out you said safety "glasses" but showed goggles. I know it sounds minor but people should definitely use full wrap goggles like those you showed while using Tungsten Carbide burrs on metal. The tiny filings the burr removes are micro-scalpel sharp and are so fine they fly around quite a bit. Regular safety glasses allow these minuscule razors to float right into your eyes past regular lenses/frames/side shields. Also DO NOT perform this or clean up with bare hands. Wear Nitrile (not fabric) gloves! The shards will easily embed in your skin much like fiberglass. The irritation is the same. Believe me I learned the hard way, they will even embed through the toughest calluses on a tradesman's hands
I wish more locksmiths would do this. I call it "total door evaluation". I first check the hing screws like you did, paying attention to the top hinge. I use longer screws too to draw it up. Many times this is the only fix needed, plus lube the locks as a general practice. I never work on a lock without lubing it. Your customers love how the door works when you do this.
I’ve been to countless jobs that the doors not closing correctly, and all the needed to be done was tighten or replace the screws. Or throw a “hinge doctor” on to the hinge and that fix’s the problem 95% of the time I use it almost everyday great tool!
The longer screws are a good idea, but if the strike is not hitting the strike plate correctly, check your reveal around your door. Also, check the reveal across the top of the door. You can put shims behind the hinges and move the door in any direction. If the reveal on both sides and across the top is even, the strike will hit the strike plate correctly. The door jamb might have settled and may need to be wedged up. Don't move or grind on the strike plate. It is possible that the door or jamb was hung incorrectly. Sorry about complaining, but what you are describing is not your department. Sounds like the job for a carpenter. Sorry again, contact me if I can help.
As a door guy I generally will move the strike plate up or down and router it. But many people don't have a router or the door jig or the right bits to do such a job. This is a great way around that
Thankss for this tip.When we bought our new home, the front door kept popping open. We complained to the sales office, and they sent their carpenter to fix the door. He spent about 40 minutes trying to fix. I tried your tip, and it worked just like you said it would. Thanks
It's only a 2 min fix after examining the door, figuring out what the problem is and getting your tools out of the truck. Really he is almost 100% correct. I have had to plug holes and move the strike plate when a simple grind would not work.
Watched video, fixed by myself with the burr bit, thank you, thank you!!!! Done in two minutes, now the cat stays in and shutting another door won't open that one. Video was to the point, very informative.
@@S.E.Locksmith I take that tool with me on every job. It works more on commercial doors than home doors, but having it handy saves work and time. Always check hinge screws first!
Wow..I have latchng problem with so many doors in my house..Never knew that solution could be so simple...I was always thinking of adjusting the door , it never clicked that latch hole could be adjusted too..! Very Useful Info...gr8 Video...Thanks for the tip !
Great video. I have the same issue with a door. A friend told me to use my wife's lipstick and dab it on the latch. Then pull the latch in , close the door and release the latch. The lipstick will leave a mark as to where the latch it hitting the striker. Also I'm with you %100 on the eye protection. If I don't have safety glasses or the like I won't do the job till I do. Learned that one the hard way. Got a splinter in my eye. Nurse removed it with a syringe and yes , I was awake for it. The most uncomfortable feeling you can imagine.
Thanks for the tips. Can I enlarge the hole on the side instead of bottom and top? I don't want to remove the metal piece and reposition it because is very close to edge already.
EXCELLENT VIDEO. THIS IS THE EXACT SOLUTION THAT I WAS LOOKING FOR. THANKS MUCH AND THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO DO SO. THIS IS WAYYYY MUCH BETTER THAN WHAT THE HOME DEPOT REP SUGGESTED.
Let me give you a quick answer for your question…. In this video I really try to put quickfix method for a door that doesn’t latch and I’m not going deeply into how fixing the door hinges etc
Will this carbide burr trick work for a door that’s sticking and catching on the strike plate? Exterior misaligned wood door, can’t open from the outside in winter. I can see the strike path is at about the same position as the door in the video.
@4:31 Always replace the screw closest to the door stop; in this case the center one. This will avoid the edge of the stud and hold better. I've hung many doors in almost 33 years, self-employed.
It’s my pleasure… some people here don’t know how to be thankful for good tip to have a quick fix for a door latching issue and some are happy with the results of this method of fixing. Please let me know how that works for you
It’s my pleasure… some people here don’t know how to be thankful for good tip to have a quick fix for a door latching issue and some are happy with the results of this method of fixing. Please let me know how that works for you
For those bitching about how long the video is, the 2 minutes is when you might already know what you are doing. For the average DIY guy it will take hours just to round up the tools and clean up afterward... and you're complaining about a few extra minutes that may save YOU time diagnosing the issue?
@@S.E.Locksmith I just had to install all new door handles changing out all the round knobs to handles and I ran into all these issues and I'll tell you it took a long time to get everything set up you can run into some problems for sure
If you want to just want learn how to fix so you can always skip to the part in the video that I teach how to do it... and please stop with your whining about that I’m trying to sell and push products, it’s Products that are needed to repair the door issue.
I was worried about the suggestion to permanently modifying the strike plate but he did go over the main issues to address for the cause of misalignment which imo is the real fix. Occasionally a doorway has so much settling or warpage that modifying the plate may be necessary but there are also strike plates that are oversize that will allow you to totally reposition the plate and still look factory made as it will cover the original mortising. Thanks for sharing.
This is exatly my problem, except that I have a METAL door frame. I am going to try to lathe the frame and plate with a carbide burr. If this does not work do you have any tips for METAL door bucks?
I see you used self drilling screws. note: if you don't drill pilot holes, unless the wood is really soft, there is a good chance your wood will split and be permanently damaged and the screws won't hold as well , right?
After the longer screws in the hinges, I just lower the strike plate. First after removing it i cut and whittle a piece of chopstick or even just a branch from outside. drive it into the existing holes. chisel out for lowering the strike, then use a self-centering drill bit and install the strike a little lower.
Something I ask myself the same question... I guess some people don’t want to really do it themselves but to “do it for me” type of thing and to buy a small tool online is to ask too much. I’m super happy to hear that I could save you some money
@@reddawg6748 There are videos... Remove pin and bend lower wall hinge. Reinstall door. You can also take a large allen key and place benind lower hinge. Gently close door to bend hinge.
This video is not meant to fix door alignment but a fix small door latching issues Try to contact a professional door company or an handyman to assistant you
Can you please do a video on how to fix a gap for an exterior swing out door. I don't like how my exterior door shows part of the deadbolt and door handle latch. The screws are on tight
Personally, I prefer to use the carbide bit in a Dremel (or similar). A full sized drill with a carbide cutter can be a bit brutal especially if you're not very careful. Better to take longer and get the result you want!
Yes a dremel can work as well but I use a power drill as I do it for many years now. Safety is the most important and even with dremel you’ll have to be careful etc
@@S.E.Locksmith I was actually thinking that when using a large drill you can easily remove more than you intend so a more "gentle" tool could be better especially in inexperienced hands. But yes, wear PPE whatever you choose to use!
This is an idea for an interior door but I don't know I want to do this on an exterior door as the metal would be compromised. I would recommend a security strike plate for one thing. It doesn't matter how long the screws of if they stay in place and that strike plate gives away because the metal was shaved down too thin.
As a Locksmith myself, I find this appalling. You repair the hinges, in wood you could move the strike if necessary. Filing a strike will give a door more room to sag, if filed the auxiliary latch will fill into the strike decreasing security or causing the latch to bind. You can leave too much play again decreasing security. I am a locksmith for 37 years and I teach the trade in classroom setting as well as apprentices actively in the field and tell them all to address the actual problem and not be lazy using quick ameture fixes that will only increase problems in the future.
Ok, that is kinda easy and I've done that many times. What if the latch lines up with the plate but the door still don't latch? You have to push the door real hard to get it to latch or the door may not latch at all. what then?
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You are a kind and considerate person in emphasizing SAFETY GLASSES. Prevention is the best medicine. I've worked in the ER before. Thank you for the helpful tips.
Safety is above all
This is an very simple and helpful video to show us how to fix the problem and this problem happens to lot of residents. I don’t understand why (424) watchers disliked it? I fully support you with (like). Thank you.
Our pleasure to help you out
I'm kinda surprised by how many negative "11 minute video for a two minute fix" comments there are! He showed a few different solutions and is teaching how to do each of them at no cost to you. This was a clear and informative video! Thank you for creating this type of content!
I'll be trying these tips on an old shed at our church. We replaced the door handle today, but it doesn't latch, and we think it is because the door has warped over time.
Thank you for the support and let me know how the actual method of fixing works for you
Just fixed a long time not-latching door using this fix. So happy to have been able to shave a bit off the plate and not move it altogether. Thanks mate!
Filing a little off the bottom using a similar bit was by far the easiest and quickest way to fix my door. Thank!! for posting.
No problem I’m very happy to hear that.
Bought a carbide burr drill bit and shaved off a few millimeters off of my strike plate and it did the trick. Thanks for the tip! I Personal tip, I taped my vacuum hose directly under the strike plate while drilling to suck all of the metal shaving directly into the vacuum. Mess free!
SEL, Great vid! 30-year high-end finish carpenter here. I'd like to point out you said safety "glasses" but showed goggles. I know it sounds minor but people should definitely use full wrap goggles like those you showed while using Tungsten Carbide burrs on metal. The tiny filings the burr removes are micro-scalpel sharp and are so fine they fly around quite a bit. Regular safety glasses allow these minuscule razors to float right into your eyes past regular lenses/frames/side shields. Also DO NOT perform this or clean up with bare hands. Wear Nitrile (not fabric) gloves! The shards will easily embed in your skin much like fiberglass. The irritation is the same. Believe me I learned the hard way, they will even embed through the toughest calluses on a tradesman's hands
I like your comment as the most important is safety like you said.
Using power tools is dangerous and protecting yourself is the key
The very first solution worked for me! Thanks for your awesome video
That’s great
The Carbide Burr worked thank you and God bless.
I wish more locksmiths would do this. I call it "total door evaluation". I first check the hing screws like you did, paying attention to the top hinge. I use longer screws too to draw it up. Many times this is the only fix needed, plus lube the locks as a general practice. I never work on a lock without lubing it. Your customers love how the door works when you do this.
I’ve been to countless jobs that the doors not closing correctly, and all the needed to be done was tighten or replace the screws. Or throw a “hinge doctor” on to the hinge and that fix’s the problem 95% of the time I use it almost everyday great tool!
@@detox_1581 what’s a “hinge doctor”?
The longer screws are a good idea, but if the strike is not hitting the strike plate correctly, check your reveal around your door. Also, check the reveal across the top of the door. You can put shims behind the hinges and move the door in any direction. If the reveal on both sides and across the top is even, the strike will hit the strike plate correctly. The door jamb might have settled and may need to be wedged up. Don't move or grind on the strike plate. It is possible that the door or jamb was hung incorrectly. Sorry about complaining, but what you are describing is not your department. Sounds like the job for a carpenter. Sorry again, contact me if I can help.
V good advice and at least not able to see any unnecessary hand movements!
As a door guy I generally will move the strike plate up or down and router it. But many people don't have a router or the door jig or the right bits to do such a job. This is a great way around that
Great Video from an Expert who knows what tools and what happens over time. Than-you.👍
That’s great to hear
Thankss for this tip.When we bought our new home, the front door kept popping open. We complained to the sales office, and they sent their carpenter to fix the door. He spent about 40 minutes trying to fix. I tried your tip, and it worked just like you said it would.
Thanks
That’s great
Maybe people disliked because It was supposed to be a 2 min fix and the video is 11 mins long.
I think you right, but the actual fix can be done in 2 min.
Enr1218 Rrm all these videos have too much BS.
Maybe but definitely not this one
It's only a 2 min fix after examining the door, figuring out what the problem is and getting your tools out of the truck. Really he is almost 100% correct. I have had to plug holes and move the strike plate when a simple grind would not work.
What is the tool near you used to make hole bigger? The long Neil size ? Thanks
Carbide burr tool
Link is in the description of the video
Thank you. Great Tip! The other info at the start was helpful as well!
Thank you
Watched video, fixed by myself with the burr bit, thank you, thank you!!!! Done in two minutes, now the cat stays in and shutting another door won't open that one. Video was to the point, very informative.
Burr Bit...thank you! was unable to find it
Just found you on you tube. You’re an excellent instructor. Thank you much
Thank you
The Carbide Burr did the trick. Appreciate the tips!
I’m happy to hear that
@@S.E.Locksmith I take that tool with me on every job. It works more on commercial doors than home doors, but having it handy saves work and time. Always check hinge screws first!
Came from an ad in my feed. Good tips.
Wow..I have latchng problem with so many doors in my house..Never knew that solution could be so simple...I was always thinking of adjusting the door , it never clicked that latch hole could be adjusted too..!
Very Useful Info...gr8 Video...Thanks for the tip !
Bought one on Amazon. Works perfectly. Fixed three different doors. Two inside and one steel RV gate. Thanks.
I’m very happy to hear that
This video expertly told me what the problem was with my door not latching. He also gave clear, concise directions on how to fix the problem.
Wow I must get one of those carbide burr tools
I had never heard about them
It’s a great tool for a lot of things
Awwwww thank you so much, I try everything but the last tip was awesome ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
You are so welcome!
Great video. I have the same issue with a door. A friend told me to use my wife's lipstick and dab it on the latch. Then pull the latch in , close the door and release the latch. The lipstick will leave a mark as to where the latch it hitting the striker.
Also I'm with you %100 on the eye protection. If I don't have safety glasses or the like I won't do the job till I do. Learned that one the hard way. Got a splinter in my eye. Nurse removed it with a syringe and yes , I was awake for it. The most uncomfortable feeling you can imagine.
Eye protection is the most important thing when using cutting tools.
OMG THANK YOU! I have 3 doors in my house that won't close. I removed the strike plates, then the wood broke. Now I can finally fix them!
That’s awesome
Thank you. I learned something helpfully
I hope this Fixing method will help you out
Thanks for the tips.
Can I enlarge the hole on the side instead of bottom and top?
I don't want to remove the metal piece and reposition it because is very close to edge already.
Try first to see if your hinges are the problem
Excellent video.!!
Very helpful.!!
Thx
great tips! thank you!
Anytime.
I hope that you’ll use this DIY method to fix your door latching issue
Tried it, works great
Good to know that
Did not know about the carbide burr, thanks for making this video, very informative.
Always happy to help
Thank you very much. It helped me fix my door.
EXCELLENT VIDEO. THIS IS THE EXACT SOLUTION THAT I WAS LOOKING FOR. THANKS MUCH AND THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO DO SO. THIS IS WAYYYY MUCH BETTER THAN WHAT THE HOME DEPOT REP SUGGESTED.
Let me know how that works for you
I really enjoy your videos! You're a very pleasant dude!
Thank you I appreciate it
Great Video
Cool tool for grinding the latch plate. I've been using a file.
Good and helpful tips
Thank you
Simple and effective indoor fix!
So, you don't replace the sagging hinges or try to re-shape them to their original position?
Let me give you a quick answer for your question…. In this video I really try to put quickfix method for a door that doesn’t latch and I’m not going deeply into how fixing the door hinges etc
Will this carbide burr trick work for a door that’s sticking and catching on the strike plate? Exterior misaligned wood door, can’t open from the outside in winter. I can see the strike path is at about the same position as the door in the video.
You can definitely try it carefully and safely, worst case you can always call a professional handyman or carpenter to help you out.
Great video and most importantly safety.
Safety is above all
Thank You for the information video
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Very helpful 👍🏾
Really helpful video.
I will use these tips.
Safety glasses of course.
Thank you.
Hope that will help you
Thank You.
Happy to help
You are awesome. Do u have a video that can help me lift the door up and inwards ⬆️↗️
Great 👍
Thanks
Thank you so much for your helpful video! It worked! :)
I’m happy to hear that
Thank you.It is very easy to understand. You are a great teacher
Thank you
Where you buy that too the carbide burr
Like are in the description of the video
Thanks for the video! 👍
@4:31 Always replace the screw closest to the door stop; in this case the center one. This will avoid the edge of the stud and hold better. I've hung many doors in almost 33 years, self-employed.
Thanks for the tip. I have this issue and have been struggling to fix it. Can't wait to give it a try.
It’s my pleasure… some people here don’t know how to be thankful for good tip to have a quick fix for a door latching issue
and some are happy with the results of this method of fixing. Please let me know how that works for you
It’s my pleasure… some people here don’t know how to be thankful for good tip to have a quick fix for a door latching issue
and some are happy with the results of this method of fixing. Please let me know how that works for you
Very helpful ..thank you....
Of course
thank you
Nicely done!
Thanks
Thank you. Looks like I can fix my own door now.
Most definitely
always check the screws at the top hing. A one quarter turn of the screw can be the difference of the lock latching or not.
THANKS..Great INFO!!
Let me know if my way to fix worked out for you
The solution to use a carbide burr = easier and faster compared to moving the strike plate. Thanks!
Definitely
For those bitching about how long the video is, the 2 minutes is when you might already know what you are doing. For the average DIY guy it will take hours just to round up the tools and clean up afterward... and you're complaining about a few extra minutes that may save YOU time diagnosing the issue?
I agree with you 100%
People are ungrateful for good content.
It is what it is
@@S.E.Locksmith I just had to install all new door handles changing out all the round knobs to handles and I ran into all these issues and I'll tell you it took a long time to get everything set up you can run into some problems for sure
If you want to just want learn how to fix so you can always skip to the part in the video that I teach how to do it... and please stop with your whining about that I’m trying to sell and push products, it’s Products that are needed to repair the door issue.
thanks , this helped me fix the problem
Im happy to hear that
Good information, 🚪
My pleasure
I was worried about the suggestion to permanently modifying the strike plate but he did go over the main issues to address for the cause of misalignment which imo is the real fix. Occasionally a doorway has so much settling or warpage that modifying the plate may be necessary but there are also strike plates that are oversize that will allow you to totally reposition the plate and still look factory made as it will cover the original mortising. Thanks for sharing.
This is exatly my problem, except that I have a METAL door frame. I am going to try to lathe the frame and plate with a carbide burr. If this does not work do you have any tips for METAL door bucks?
I see you used self drilling screws.
note: if you don't drill pilot holes, unless the wood is really soft, there is a good chance your wood will split and be permanently damaged and the screws won't hold as well , right?
Yes, wood will split with longer screws without pre drilling pilot holes.
Not if you use self drilling screws
I believe this particular door could have been fixed by bending the hinge clips to lift the side that was low.
Make your own video and explain
It’s easy to just file down the strike plate.
2 min fix trust me on this one
Does that mean you wouldn’t have fixed the loose screw situation?
good job
Thank you
Very helpful video. The carbide burr tool is something I never would have thought of on my own and will be much more effective!!
It’s the BEST tool ever
Excellent tips, thanks ! silver eagle
I’m happy to hear that
After the longer screws in the hinges, I just lower the strike plate. First after removing it i cut and whittle a piece of chopstick or even just a branch from outside. drive it into the existing holes. chisel out for lowering the strike, then use a self-centering drill bit and install the strike a little lower.
Make your own video explain
Great tip
Good luck with your channel!
Great tip thank you!!
Happy to help
Thank you! Saved me a contractor call and about $150.00 so I don't really understand ANY thumbs downs...
Something I ask myself the same question... I guess some people don’t want to really do it themselves but to “do it for me” type of thing and to buy a small tool online is to ask too much.
I’m super happy to hear that I could save you some money
I would just bend the hinge a little bit.
Jeff Keryk yes, saw another video that demonstrated that. Fixed 4 doors in my home in about 15 minutes
@@reddawg6748 There are videos... Remove pin and bend lower wall hinge. Reinstall door. You can also take a large allen key and place benind lower hinge. Gently close door to bend hinge.
Awesome video as always
Thank you again
Carbide burrs are incredibly useful for guys like me that fix poorly installed doors almost every day.
Indeed it’s incredibly tool
That is a great tip and so simple. Thank you for sharing!!
Anytime
I always wondered why a 2 minute fix should take 10 minutes to explain but then again I wonder about a lot of things
Also said the same thing but remembered: knowledge is learned but wisdom is forever.
Simple answer. The longer a video is watched, the more the creator is paid.
Pretty much everything takes longer to teach, then to just do... just sayin'.
Thanks
Happy to help
Way easier than filling the holes and re-orienting the strike
Yes it is
I did what you suggested and even put in longer screws now the door catches on the top. Help.
This video is not meant to fix door alignment but a fix small door latching issues
Try to contact a professional door company or an handyman to assistant you
@@S.E.Locksmith yes and my problem was with the latch not the alignment. But thanks anyways.
Replace the middle screw with a longer one which usually helps to align it I had that problem also
Can you please do a video on how to fix a gap for an exterior swing out door. I don't like how my exterior door shows part of the deadbolt and door handle latch. The screws are on tight
I will definitely put it on my schedule for my next few videos!
Thank you for the suggestion
Awesome 👍
Thank you more awesome videos are on the way
Good video . Now I can keep Moose and Squirrel out .
If youre a locksmith, the hinge doctor is a 10 second way of fixing this. Its expensive but its saves so much time
The hinge doctor works but not all the time. This method in this video will fix it 100% of the time.
@S.E.Locksmith True
Personally, I prefer to use the carbide bit in a Dremel (or similar). A full sized drill with a carbide cutter can be a bit brutal especially if you're not very careful. Better to take longer and get the result you want!
Yes a dremel can work as well but I use a power drill as I do it for many years now.
Safety is the most important and even with dremel you’ll have to be careful etc
@@S.E.Locksmith I was actually thinking that when using a large drill you can easily remove more than you intend so a more "gentle" tool could be better especially in inexperienced hands. But yes, wear PPE whatever you choose to use!
This is an idea for an interior door but I don't know I want to do this on an exterior door as the metal would be compromised. I would recommend a security strike plate for one thing. It doesn't matter how long the screws of if they stay in place and that strike plate gives away because the metal was shaved down too thin.
Thanks. I haven't tried it yet
Let me know how it works
As a Locksmith myself, I find this appalling. You repair the hinges, in wood you could move the strike if necessary. Filing a strike will give a door more room to sag, if filed the auxiliary latch will fill into the strike decreasing security or causing the latch to bind. You can leave too much play again decreasing security. I am a locksmith for 37 years and I teach the trade in classroom setting as well as apprentices actively in the field and tell them all to address the actual problem and not be lazy using quick ameture fixes that will only increase problems in the future.
for diy homeowners, this is adequate. go much further and you'll need to hire a contractor to do the job and pay hundreds of dollar.
@@mick8661 You don't need a contractor to slightly bend the hinges on a door though
@@hooflungpoo8757 my reply is for diy homeowner, not as paid work. Some people are clueless on handiwork and need to be simple
@@hooflungpoo8757 ... a piece of cardboard on an exterior door would be a NO NO as a shim.
Tell me the price how much it cost please thank you
Excellent video.
Thanks
Ok, that is kinda easy and I've done that many times. What if the latch lines up with the plate but the door still don't latch? You have to push the door real hard to get it to latch or the door may not latch at all. what then?
4:34 you should fill the hole with wood glue and tooth picks for better grip all the way through.
Thank you for the tip sir, ahh hoo.
I hope this will help you out
How did this guy know I have a problem with a door and spent the last two days trying to fix it?