Replacing your front or back door once you ve identified that the gearbox is the issue you need to take the old gearbox out to replace the new one.
Replacing lock on upvc front door.
Hinges these are often overlooked and are an important component of a upvc door.
In most cases a multipoint lock that is fitted to a upvc door will have a 35mm backset and a multipoint lock fitted to a composite timber door will have a 45mm backset.
If you are new to buying replacement door lock mechanisms for upvc doors please take some time to view our identifying guide.
Multipoint locks have been primarily used on upvc doors although occasionally and more recently they re being fitted to timber and composite doors.
The below prices are the estimated prices of replacement door locks all without labour costs.
Always try and replace your old gearbox with the exact same size and brand.
Price of door locks different types the cost of a replacement door lock without any labour charges can start from 20 for a basic cylinder lock for a upvc door a bs3621 mortice deadlock will cost from 30 to 80 for a night latch bs3621 approved.
Test the lock by turning the key both right and left a few times and gently tug on the key when it is turned to both.
We stock the most popular upvc door locks from over the last 30 years.
How to change a upvc door lock.
The centre case is the middle part gearbox of your lock.
And for people who don t know what they re doing this can be a very complex task.
A handle set these sit on each side of the door and are used to operate the latch and the locking mechanism bolts.
A locksmith should be able to easily fix your new gearbox in your door.
Replacing a multipoint upvc door lock may seem like a daunting task but with the right tools and know how it is relatively simple.
The cost for this will be roughly between 100 and 200 however taking into account the factors described in the previous section you will need to adjust this price accordingly.
Only remove the key from the lock once the retaining screw is secured back into place.