Installing Front Door Handle And Lock

Step 1 start replacing door handle assembly.

Installing front door handle and lock. Install the exterior handle photo by ryan benyi. Make a good impression on guests by swapping out your old beat up lockset for a new handle set. Insert the lockset tailpieces through the latch bolt and screw the handles together by tightening the retaining screws. If you re in a situation where you cannot or do not want to use a drill to install your lock there are a couple ways of installing an interior door lock without a drill.

My front door knob was broken and i couldn t open the door from the inside or outside. Turn each screw several times apiece alternating to stop one screw from binding by being removed further than the other one. Door knobs pulls lock sets other accessories hardware installation instructions and manuals resources from emtek products inc. Look into keyed entry door knobs also called privacy knobs portable door locks or top of door locks.

First take out the old door handle assembly by unscrewing the two screws that secure the assembly. Take out two screws setting in the. Step 4 secure the interior hardware photo by ryan benyi. Step 2 remove latch mechanism.

I had to fix it. Installing a front door handle and lockset is a quick and easy way to add curb appeal to your home. The posts for the handle s lock cylinder and thumb latch should easily slide into the dead bolt and latch bolt assemblies. Slide the adjustable throughbolt up or down as needed and press the handleset onto the door.

Align the spindle on the back of the assembly with the throughbolt and the slot in the latch. Here is the handleset i bought. Your front door is the first thing people see when they enter your home. Here s how i did it.

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. The handle will stay in place leaving your hands free to secure the interior trim. Before you begin make sure your door has standard preparation boreholes for a knob lever and deadbolt combination. Install a new door lock and door knob by inserting the latch through the hole for the new parts.