Fixing A Locked Shut Patio Door | Getting It Open & Repairing The Lock
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 เม.ย. 2017
- In this video I attempt to open a patio door that has got stuck locked. The mechanics of the lock have broken leaving the top section of the door completely locked shut. the key wont turn in the lock and there is no way to open it in the conventional way. My Aunt asked a professional to help her and after he arrived and was very abusive to my Aunt he said he would fix it for £500 + parts! This is unacceptable. With the few tools I have I went round and got to work.
I have had to fix a patio door in the past but it was a completely different problem and a very different locking mechanism.
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Hi and thanks for your video, it was very informative. My problem is that my multi-lock mechanism on my single PVC front door has failed and I can't open the door to access the mechanism. I took the handles off (which are just spinning) and when I removed the spindle two pieces of metal that make up the square housing for the spindle to rotate through fell out. The key will enter the barrel but won't turn. Obviously, the mechanism will need to be replaced, but I will need to open the door to access it. Can you tell me how can I do that?
Hi David. I'm sorry I wouldn't know how to help you. I just saw a problem that needed fixing and luckily I was able to temporarily fix it (she was getting a new conservatory a few months after this video)
I will pin your comment in the hopes that someone will be able to help you. Good luck
would have been easier to just break the whole euro lock barrel in half using a hammer and a cold chisel then manipulating the lock mechanism through the barrel hole
@@davechapman9544 door spreader to expose mech pry back the hooks etc door will open
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i guess it's quite off topic but do anybody know a good website to stream newly released series online?
Well done for fixing it in the first place and secondly saving your Aunt cash ,and thirdly giving her access into her garden, she must have been proud of you, 5stars
I'm honestly just glad I could help her. She was really grateful. Thanks for your kind comment
Stuck screw? Lay an elastic band over the screw head, apply screwdriver, then turn. Watch it come right out immediately. Works on old rusted or seized screws of all types. My name is Vincent and you can thank me later. Ps. I'd like to thank the fella who introduced me to this, as it has saved me causing carnage on a number of projects. It's a kind of magic trick.
I've tried it in the past but never got it to work. it just rips the elastic band to pieces. perhaps I'm doing it wrong...Have you actually tried it? if so how did you get it to work?
Enjoyed that,lots of comments saying you made mistakes but this is how we all learn together.Thanks for a great vid.
Thank you for your comment
Love the unvarnished approach to solving your aunty’s problem. Well done.
Thank you very much.
Had a completely different problem, spinning door handle. This video inspired me to just go hell for leather and not sit on my jacksy waiting for it to fix itself! Thanks for the encouragement!
I'm glad I could help. In a roundabout way. Good luck
Love the honesty in problems encountered and the determination to help his family
Thanks for the kind comment 🙂
Thanks so much for posting this. I have a stuck French door and had no idea what to do. Definitely looks like a project to tackle when I have a lot of time on a good day! Wish me luck, and thanks again. Very grateful for your thought ahead to document.
I'm glad I could help 😊 good luck I'm sure you can beat it
👏🤜💥🤛Kudos! Persistence pays off. Determined! 😊 My elderly ol friend was told her front security door was going to have to be cut off. At a price of about $900 US Dollars. After having watched your perseverance and patience. Im about to tackle this. ThanX, Merci, Danke, Shukran, Gracias, Tussen tak, Arigato, Spasiba! Grazie, Xie xie. 👏
Good luck my friend. May luck and persistence be on your side
@@TheOffGridFamily Mission Accomplished! 🤜💥🤛🍻
I dont understand why people disliked this video? The guy had to deal with some pritty shite weathered lock with your basic tools and no money to spend on new locks and got the job done
Thanks Daniel. I can only work with what I've got.
yet, they will go and LIKE unnecessary things. This video saved me money as well and it taught me something. You're right! This never should have got a dislike
Hi, I just wanted to thank you for posting this. I am not really into DIY but I felt inspired to to try to fix my jammed conservatory door. Having opened the lock it was just jamming and responded to a little targeted WD-40. All fixed, thanks for posting this.
Im glad it helped you :)
Hi I've got the same problem my conservatory door wnt open but it locks and opens when turn key I think the door hammered but wd 40 the lock a no joy any ideas
Thanks for video, the locksmiths will hate you for this. I will help lots of people.
You are correct it is awful for Locksmiths to watch this kind of video, but not for the reason you would imagine. The home insurance is void with this type of "repair" and although most people on here will be saying its a good thing he did its the reverse i`m afraid.
Great video - you show a real-life repair issue as it is with 'warts and all' and would rather see the worst case scenario than some of those videos where they are just showing you how to strip & re-assemble a brand new door. Anyone can do that!
Just about to attempt a similar repair myself... Thanks for your advice, much appreciated & v. useful.
Thank you, I try and add all of my fails as well as my successes in each video as I learn more from mistakes and I feel others do too. A task like this is always a bit fiddly but a bit of time and patience often pay off in the end. Thanks again for your kind comment
Thank you very much for your video! It’s very helpful your Aunt is very lucky to have you! Unfortunately my Mother in law in our landlord and I asked her multiple times if she could get our storm door that’s sealed shut open before it’s a def fire hazard! With this I can attempt to fix it myself! 😂
Well good luck. It can be a bit time consuming but take your time and I'm sure you can do it 🙂 thanks for the kind comment
just watched your pvc door vidio had this firstly screwes on handals i used a simple tool from screwfix screw extraction tool euro lock jamed and resty broke it in harf with stilsans time around harf hour all the best psh
Thanks, this video helped me fix the exact same problem on a slightly different door.
I'm glad I could help. Thanks for the comment 🙂
Exact same problem, except our door is open and stuck with hooks facing out so wont close, your video is helpful thank you!
I'm glad I could help 🙂
Well worth watching.these problems really do arise
Thank you for the kind comment
Good video. Similar problem. But tried a different approach. Took pins out of hinges on inside to release door, taking the whole door off. Took out the locking mechanism, bit of WD-40. The spring loaded clasp thingy near the handle was the problem (not springing) took it out and working perfect. Just now need a few quid spending on it. But can open/shut and lock again so all good for now.
I'm glad you sorted it buddy. Well done
This music is far too peaceful to go with this actual experience.
OMG this made me laugh so hard! Awesome ingenuity!
You sir are my new addiction
You have 150ish videos to watch :)
Got the same problem. This video has pointed me in the right direction to address the problem. Thanks for putting this video up will try it out when the spring kicks in.
Good luck my friend 😊
good video we are not all experts down to earth video shows it as it is unfortunatly have not helped me as my door is jammed closed
Good luck. Sorry I couldn't help you
I needed this! Thank you. This was very helpful
Thanks for the comment 😊
Can anyone help, our patio door lock sounds like something has snapped on the inside. The key turns but nothing locks or unlocks. It doesn't have screws in so cant try uncrewing it either :(
I need to fix a sliding glass door because it is jammed and won't open so I am researching a way to fix where the door is lined up. Like the video.
Thank you and good luck
@@TheOffGridFamily thanks I just wish the Pathlight Property Management would have the maintenance guys fix it, but they called it a cosmetic. Which I reported almost a month ago.
I'm sorry you can't have any help...
I guess it's awesome little helpers like this.... that keep professionals in work.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I love that you have each other :) its beautiful that one of my videos could bring two people together.
@@TheOffGridFamily I like how you keep replying Like anyone gives a fuck, I'm not the retarded handyman in the video.
Stick to Lego.
I'm tempted to link your video to all of mine on how NOT to do a job.
Credit where's it due though,it's really funny to watch.😂
@@russjones6557 keyboard warriors strike again! You're a laugh Russ! As if you are some talented videographer... No profile pic? Anonymity is one helluva ego blast. #laughatclowns
Nice one buddy!,..good and honest stuff, well done
Thank you ☺️
After trying everything with that lower screw you can just get that drill back and put a drill bit in that is about the same diameter as the screw head. Then just drill that screw's head off and you have access. You can always work on removing the threaded part once you have it all apart. That would have been my method anyways.
I have the same problem. Thank you
I hope you can sort it out.
Can use a narrow chisel to cut a new line in the screw, and may be able to use a flat head screw driver
Thanks this video.
Mine duoble back door refused to open after i was able to left frequetly open door unto the less open door. I understand the lower hook was higher on the less use door and the usual open door. Please advice me on how I can open the door.
Hey there I don't know how to help. I'm not very good with this sort of thing. I just took it apart and was luckily able to fix it
Nice work dude! A good work around
Thanks man, appreciate the comment
Remove the inner handle and faceplate, wedge a great neck grommet puller, then insert a mechanical plastic trim device and eureka the locked door released. Install a replacement set!
When the door was open all you had to do was unscrew the main barrel then replace it with a second hand fir £2 I maybe a locksmith it just frustrates me watching you miss one way screw but I've subscribed and love your ways of life Thanks for entertainment you're funny and you don't even know it lol
Great help thanks...going to it a whirl withy door 🤞👏
Good luck 😊
I think you need a bigger screw driver as that one your using is not up for the job ? I have around a dozen of all sizes ?
Even if you have visible screws, it’s still hard to remove them. My handle has an invisible screw, and it’s closed. I have no idea how to open it, and I will most likely need a cutter to cut it off. I’m so pissed off at those ‘brilliant handle makers😓, hiding screws for no reason.
Well good luck. I hope you can sort it
That looks like 500 pounds worth of love!
You have to help where you can buddy
I've got similar problem to your aunts door , but my problem no key! As it's balcony door a floor up, I've managed to unscrew , but the main key thing is in minus handles inside and out, it's seems jammed up the top, what do I do?
Marilyn Wisbey if you send me an email with some pictures of the door etc i will try and help you. My email is TheOffGridFamily@gmail.com
Absolute legend! Well done mate to have a go like that was great to watch superb entertainment bloody hell lad I honestly thought this was a harry Enfield vid! But anyway mate great effort.
Thank you...I think 😉
No you were great persistent and cracked on against the odds good for you and your aunt.
@@juicysmollett255 I appreciate the comment. That was a long time ago but remember the fight I had.
He’ll. I saw you video. Quite informative.
My outside lock for my slider door spins and I can’t unlock it from the outside. Sometimes a little wiggle will engage the lock and I get locked out. It does lock from the handle inside. Any help is appreciated before I take the lock out and try to reconnect the lock to the handle lift inside. Thx.
I'm sorry but I can't really help you I basically just took it apart and fixed what I could I'm no expert. I'm really sorry. The video is more to show that anyone can do it rather than a tutorial on how to do it.
Thanks for showing how to fix it. Very helpful. But what actually did you do to take off the lot. I might have missed something.? Thanks
I have no idea I'm sorry this was years ago. Brute force and WD40 I think
I feel your pain with that stupid bottom screw, there's always one! Well done helping your aunty out of a bind.
I'm Always ready to help family. Thanks for your comment
I’m a total novice so I’ll need step by step instructions can u do video that shows everything u did like how u we’re finally open the door and get the rust of. I have the same problem but I wasn’t able to follow for the reasons stated. Other that I’m glad u able to get it open
I'm sorry you have the same issue. This video just happened by accident. I wasn't even going to bother filming it. As I remember it WD40 and perseverance were the key but I dont remember the exact things I did. Sorry and good luck
The Off Grid Family Thxs
Can anyone help? Got a porch door upvc the door is locked put the key in turned it and now it's solid key will not move at all. Need to replace the cylinder. How do I get it out? Cheers
Hi Ken Have you tried WD40?
Presuming that you can remove the key, replacing the cylinder is by removal of a single bolt. Look inside the door frame front and numerous screws hold in the locking strip, but there is a single bolt level with the bottom of the cylinder. Remove the handles, remove the bolt and the cylinder should slide out in either direction.
Hi yes tried that
I will pin your question to the top of the comments in the hopes that someone can help you. Good luck
Can you break a patio door gearbox in the lock mechanism by just inserting or forcing an incorrect key ? How does the gearbox in a door lock break?
I'm very sorry I did not see this comment. I couldn't have done it for this door as I still needed to be able to lock it afterwards even if it wasn't fully secured
Great start 2 my day had same problem so had 2 run at the door and smash it with my hip and ass it worked doors are open but key broken in lock pmsl
Well thats a quicker way to achieve the same results lol This made me laugh. Thanks for the comment
Brilliant !
Thanks 👍
My problem is it's my front door so there's no give. I can get the handles off unlike you. so what can I do now?????
Great video but it doesn't solve my problem. I have a fairly new door that was moved from the front to the back. Mom never used the key or even locked the bolt so I have no idea if this is even the correct key. I decided to lock the bolt last night and when I went to check the other side the key wouldn't even turn. The inside lock turns but doesn't seem to do anything. I think the door was used when he put it on my mom's house in the first place. Uggg
Oh dear. I'm sorry I can't help. I don't know enough about these kinds of things. I just did what was needed and fixed it. I hope you find a solution
This could have been avoided by maintenance
No one does it nowadays
But a little squirt of WD40 OR 4 in one oil through the lick barrel and up and down the locking mechanism strip on the edge of the door every month or so would stave off the inevitable issues and cash saving
That will appear at the most inopportune timing
This also applies for all hinges and handles/ latches around the house
Some things are too expensive to replace in this throw away age
A gentle reminder to people will save a lot of people heartache and cash
Good informative warts an all video all the same
Well done
Name & shame the locksmith for trying to take advantage
Yeah I spoke to her about upkeep on her new doors/windows and as far as I know she is keeping her eyes open for issues before they are a problem etc.
The whole channel premise is "not wasting things" I pretty much reuse everything i have. I'm the guy people bring their broken stuff to rather than throwing it away.
Thanks for the comment. I hope you will join the channel, creative criticism is always welcome
Basically the central gearbox is busted, repair it or replace the hole multi lock
Thanks but u use 10 mm hole Handel scrow essly out Handel?? Then selyender break also no time west brow? If u don't mind plz
I don't know what you mean buddy
@@TheOffGridFamily thanks
Just drill out the pins to euro or take handle off, get some grips or adjustable and snap the cylinder. Then pop up the Lever inside the multipoint
That would leave the door without a lock?
Can you please help me my lodger has lost the only key for the back upvc door it isn't stuck out either like others I've seen on here I can't afford a locksmith pls HELP me
My email is dalisa@live.com thank you
dalisa lister hi there. im sorry to hear about your problem. the easiest way to gain entry is to the property is to drill out the lock, once the door is open then you can change it. if you can give more information I might be able to help more. Again Im sorry your in trouble
The Off Grid Family thank you for quick reply can you email me plz more private x
Great video, Well done! Next job cut Aunties grass 😁👍
I did actually offer but she had asked the next door neighbour to. Thanks for the kind feedbackits much appreciated
The Off Grid Family , thanks for your video. I wasn’t trying to be sarcastic i am not sure looking back if it may have seemed that way. You, your family and fellow youtubers please all stay safe during this Coronavirus pandemic.
@@prattait7594 I didnt take it as sarcasm, I thought it was funny :) I hope you are safe and healthy
Removing hinge
The struggle is real 😫
True!
How about a door where the handle has gone and the gearbox seems to have gone also.... I've taken out the pins on the inside to try and get the door out but the hooks on the door strip (lock) won't budge... Any tips?
I couldn't tell you I'm sorry. There are so many different things that can stick/lock. It's impossible to say what might work. Good luck though
@@TheOffGridFamily I've just watched a video where a guy removes the cylinder by breaking it off and looks like a screwdriver is used to release the latch.... Any ideas on that? All I need to do is release the latches and rollers
Possibly look into drilling the lock. A video on that may help you
Just an update. Solved it by using good old wd40 and a wiggle of the key to unlock it then I was able to push down the latches and rollers... Freeing the door and sorting it out! Had a quote of £140 labour costs a and another £100 to replace the lock! Did it myself cost £50
@@Rojata19 wonderful news. I'm really glad you sorted it. Well done
Did you use to work for Dewhursts
No?
@@TheOffGridFamily Dewhurst the butchers.
@@manofkentcatapultsgunsando5069 no my friend.
You should of drilled the lock barrel and replaced it for £2 of the car boot You always drill on the shear line (watch TH-cam)Or snap the lock barrel you do this with stilsons or mole grips then use a screwdriver to pull across
Yeah i know but the lady was going away that day so i had to make it lockable for her. I had explained that she could go away and I could do it when she got back but she was worried that it wasnt safe like that. I do what I can and often its with the wrong tools and no time. Thanks for your comment.
guys WD40 also works as The lube...list is endless.
Wise actions totally agree with you there bud there is a quick fix to opening locked uPVC doors I'll email it to you as it's not something I would be happy putting on the World Wide Web 👍🏻👍🏻
Please do mate that would be great
I don't seem to have an email address think my phone went and deleted most of my email contact list
My email is TheOffGridFamily@gamil.com thanks agaon matey :)
Cheers buddy 👍🏻👍🏻
Iain O'halloran hi could you help me with my Lock the door unlocks and handles moves but door won't open
Im using this video as a “what not to do” advert on our company facebook page! Total shambles and fucked the full multi point lock 🤣🤣 Well done buddy, people like you keep me in a job!
Its people like you that left my aunt in tears and meant i had to help her out. At no point have i said this is how to do it. She needed a door to be able to lock and unlock while she was away. Thank you for increasing my revenue and showing everyone the kind of person you are...keep up the good work
The Off Grid Family its a new gear box is all that was needed, now needs a full new multi-point lock, so really its you who will leave people in tears with your cowboy videos.
The Off Grid Family I have made no assumptions at all. I am commenting on what i have watched in your video. Point being you are showing people how to open a jammed, (not locked) multi-point lock and you clearly don’t have a clue what you are doing! As for your earlier comment about people like me making people like your aunty cry, is that not an assumption you are making about me? I have been a locksmith for 17 years so I know when a job is being done incorrectly, also you don’t know what I charge so how does your comment stand unless it is an assumption?
its funny how diplomatic you have become when Your character has been called into question, you still haven't answered why you spend your free time searching TH-cam checking out people who "open stuck doors"
I genuinely think it is sad that you have come online like so many 15 year old's to attack other people. I do believe you are a locksmith and I believe you have done it for as long as you say. It makes me sad that instead of trying to help others in the same situation you decide to spend your time throwing hate at people who have. Instead of taking the time to "tell me how to do it" Maybe its a good idea if you teach others "FOR FREE" how they should!!
I see you have a load of subs and how to vid's that you have spent the time to make for free for everyone!? oh that's right you spend all of your valuable time hating on others. Well haven't you have shown your worth. Do me a favour and Stay away from my free channel and make your own for others to judge. Good luck in getting a life and hopefully a girlfriend to take your mind off us cowboys!!
I don’t search videos, your video was posted on a locksmith forum to give us all a laugh! As a locksmith i cannot show people how to open doors online as that is irresponsible! They could then use my knowledge to commit burglaries etc. I do train people free of charge, if i trust them and appropriate checks have been made. If you read my comments again, you self righteous prick, you will notice that i was not spreading hate but instead thanking you and people like you for keeping me in a job!
Well, 500 sounds expensive and idk rates in your area but multipoint locks are problematic and getting a door open, finding and purchasing new replacement parts, possible multiple trips, labor etc, I can see rates can go up really fast whrr rt n you hire a pro. Plus possible warranty issues by just making something work as opposed to fixing it right, I’m gonna say, good on you for helping your aunt but I wouldn’t say the locksmith was gouging you. Probably could’ve gotten quotes. I run into those a lot and they’re definitely hard to bid especially when you don’t know what’s actually wrong with it. The quote you got was really high (jmo) but idk if they just felt like a new door was best option cause the old one was a mess. But I also understand she just can’t afford to replace it right now. This is all jmo. Thanks for sharing!
It wasn't even the price which was the main issue he was so horrible to her that she phoned me crying her eyes out. He wouldn't leave after she said she couldn't afford it and he suggested she knock the whole conservatory down (handy he could do it for her for a price) he was just a scummy workman. Sadly there are a few bad apples in every profession. Thanks for the feedback
@@TheOffGridFamily awww man sorry to hear that.
Well done mate, by removing the hook bolt mechanism and just leaving the centercase, you have left that door vunerable to a break in. If that happened, the insurance company would refuse to payout the full claim, in which case i hope you have public liability insurance because you are responsible. Call your Local locksmith ( Not a National company) to get the job done correctly and securely at a competitive price.
I love these types of comment. You assume things and then think you must be right. Im not going to get into it. but try very hard to get all the facts before making your mind up!
I don't have to assume things ,i know by experience, 45 years experience. As an expert locksmith i know when an odd job man has cocked up
I'm not an odd job man (assumption 1) I am her nephew. if you watched and read the description you would know that it was a temporary fix just while she went away for that night. With 45 years experience you wouldn't need to watch my video which tells me I was right in my other comment about your trolling hobby, its sad that a grown (in years only) man would go on youtube only to disrespect others who are just trying to help people out. Now please don't take up any more of my time. You are obviously retired because you have to much time on your hands. Why not take up gardening or some form of collecting. It may keep you busy enough to stop your senseless commenting. TH-cam Comment section is such a valuable resource until you get idiots just filling them with "I know better, You are rubbish" comments. Creative criticism is always helpful if you would like to try it but please please watch the whole video first, then read the description and then ask some questions. That way you don't look like a tit. Don't bother replying
No different to putting an overnight lock on the door?
Looking at the state of the conservatory I’d say the locksmith was right!(although he shouldn’t have been abusive)
I agree and disagree in equal parts. Things last so much longer than we think surely we should try and keep what's there for longer than just wanting a payday. As long as it's structurally safe I would rather it stay up than pay hundreds of pounds to change it wasting resources, time and money. The guy was just after money. The fact that it was a vulnerable woman was to his advantage. I would guess without any proof that this is how he makes most of his money. Most people in his situation would have looked after the person and help them out as much as possible. He just left her in tears it doesn't matter what job you are in you do not leave people like that you try and help them to the best of your ability. Just for your information that conservatory is still up and structurally sound and that is according to a surveyor who is an expert in conservatories and housing subsidence. The guy was completely wrong and the way he went about it was too and I'm just glad I was able to sort it for her. There's too many vulnerable people who rely on the people who are apparently experts and are let down
@@TheOffGridFamily fair play 🙏🙏
Very kind of you to agree or accept. Either way you are awesome and I appreciate the fact that you listened to an opinion and some previously unknown facts. It takes a great person to accept that not all facts were understood and that doesn't go unrecognised. You rule dude. Thanks for being awesome.
Man you look like tom Hardy
Um... I also have his body lol. Thank you.
The first half of this video reminded me of a couple times fighting with a screw for a while, only to find out it was a screw with left hand threads😒.
And my language was a little more colorful😠...lol
I knew it would be more editing if I had to remove a lot of "colourful" words. So I turned off the camera to shout a few times lol
@@TheOffGridFamily
🤣Thats too funny!
I commend you for your determination!👍🏻
🤣 it was stubbornness not determination 😁
It should be how to not openUpvc Door ...10 minute job for a professional
What part of this video did you watch? watch the intro again
WD40!
Name and shame buddy
Iain O'halloran i was really tempted to mate but it wouldnt help and my aunt was worried about any repercussions.
I'll message you on Facebook 👍🏻👍🏻
Holy shit..!!!!
I wouldn't let you near a glass of water,let alone sharp tools.
What's your fascination with wd40..😂😂😂
Welcome to 2018 where everyone is an expert and you Daren't criticize there appalling attempts at life hacks.
and you think this is a life hack? I thought it was a video of me helping an old lady out for free!?! you are entitled to your own opinion whether its right or wrong
How is it helping when you butchered a perfectly good mechanism and made it LESS secure and invalidated any possible home insurance.
I get your intentions but in this instance you made things worse.
I'd have got that open in 60 seconds, no damage and made it MORE secure all at a reasonable cost.
Jack of all trades...master of absolutely none.
But...errr..well done ?
Russ Jones he don’t take criticism very well. I take it your a lockie too? You should read his thoughts about me on the comments!! Lol apparently im spreading hate llloooooooooolllll :-)
@@garyhart6255 hahaha you have a friend now....bless you. Nothing like a shared opinion to spark a loving relationship. Id swap email addresses and see where it can lead. Good luck guys
@@russjones6557 60 seconds? Pray tell...
Jesus Christ 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆 wtf ????? 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆
Boris Johnson before joining politics
What a strange comment
@@TheOffGridFamily sorry sir was meant with no disrespect.. just reminded me of boris..
Any I did find your video and appreciate your video and information...it did come handy as it did give me the courage of trying to doit my self than pay a bomb or wait a month and a half for the housing to come and fix the door...which is absolutely ridiculous a month and a half without me or my little girl being locked in and no access to the garden.so managed to open the whole panel on the side of the door..to find a meatal piece broke..so one wasn't going in to open door...so long story short..i called housing back saying i cant lock and secure my door now...so they came over and just done a temporary fix for time being..
Moto of story if i didnd try my self i wouldnt have been able to oepn the door..and eventually making it so it is emergency coming out to fix even if temp...
And your video helped me and gave courage to open it up
I am so happy I was able to help you gain the courage to try and sort it yourself. I am so glad that the door is being fixed (even if it is temporary).
The thought of you and your daughter being trapped in your home during an emergency isnt acceptable so I am so glad you stepped up and sorted it out. That is all I can hope for from my videos. Stay safe my friend.
This guy doesn't know what he's doing in this set up Video. !.The right hand door would be secured by Bolts on the edge of the door,therefore they wouldnt wobble. so he would have to get the door with the handle open first. If you look at the cylinder on the outside it's clean ,but later it's a dirty cylinder. He doesn't show how he released the lower hook bolt or the damage to the strike plate. Only an idiot would oil the inside handle ,because the screw goes 3 or more inches through the door and engages in the external handle. you do not remove the faceplate of these locks, without first removing the handles, the cylinder and then the whole mechanism from the door.
You are a very sad man :'( Dont worry one day someone will love you and then you will be able to get a better hobby
you are just a bodger
Im so hurt... but I suppose its better than being a twat so I'm sure your just jealous so I forgive you.
Actually Stuart is a qualified locksmith and unlike you knows what he is talking about.
Get a drill