Putting A Key In A Door Lock

You ll pay from 40 to 300 to buy a new door lock depending on design materials and whether it s a simple key in knob lock or a high end lock and handle combo with smart technology features.

Putting a key in a door lock.

Dump out the old pins insert the new key and use tweezers or small needle nose pliers to match the new colored pins to the color code on the special instruction sheet. Once the new pins are in reverse the steps to reassemble the lock. Insert the keyhole lock key into the keyhole lock. Get extra copies of the keys to provide to the landlord if you are permitted to go this route.

Twist the key to fasten the metal lock pins into place. Purchase a keyhole lock at your local home supply store. Guide the straw as far in as you can to make sure you re hitting every part of the locking mechanism that might be sticking with the wd 40. Turn the key so that the keyway slot is in the exact position it was in when you inserted the key.

If the current tenants are uncertain of whether landlord actually did this asking the landlord if you can replace the locks yourself may allow you to put your own locks in. Place the end of the straw into the opening of the lock where you normally insert your key. Push your key in as far as it will go. The keyhole lock remains in place and prevents unwanted visitors who may have keys to your residence from entering.

This is the correct position for the pin tumblers to align. Insert the pins and reassemble the lock. Shut and lock your door from the outside. Landlords commonly replace or rekey the locks after the previous tenants vacate.