Remove the old lock.
Glass screen door lock stuck.
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Now i can t get the front glass screen door closed.
The first step is to examine the storm door lock to determine the reason why it is sticking.
In this video i attempt to open a patio door that has got stuck locked.
Spray the door key with a graphite based lubricant.
Its black color matches your existing screen storm door hardware.
I have never tried to lock my glass screen front door so that it would stay open on it s own i did it to bring my bicycle into my apartment without having to hold the door open.
Flip the key and open the door.
Once the door is open operate the handle and turn the deadbolt.
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If either does not operate when the door is open the hardware needs to be replaced.
Remove these screws unscrew one side of the door knob and pull the door handle and lock assembly out of the door.
By knowing the steps to take to fix it you can keep your storm door locks working effectively.
Step 1 examine lock.
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If the malfunctioning lock is in the door handle there will be at least two screws securing the door handle to the door.
Locate the screws holding the lock in place on the inside of the door.
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The metal thing that i pushed to keep it open won t budge now.
Slide the key in the lock and tap lightly on the key to lubricate the inside of the lock.
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A storm door lock that is stuck will reduce the door s ability to keep your home safe and can result in damage during inclement weather.
If your handle set and deadbolt move freely when the door is open the deadbolt may be hitting the edge of the strike plate.