How to Fix a Broken Door Lock in Romsey
Broken Door L0ck - Recently, a customer from Cupernham, Romsey, called me because they had been having trouble with a stiff front door lock for weeks. The handle had lost its spring, and it was getting harder and harder to turn the key. They kept using it until one night it got stuck halfway, and that's when they decided they had had enough.
Finding the Problem
When I got there, I could tell what was wrong. The door had dropped a little bit on its hinges, which made the lock work harder. The old euro cylinder was very worn out on the inside, and the latch was starting to grind against the mechanism. It's something you see a lot in Romsey homes, especially with older UPVC doors that have been used every day for years.
Fixing the Mechanism
I took off the lock, cleaned out years of dirt that had built up, and checked the gearbox. The wear was so bad that the best long-term solution was to put in a new gearbox and cylinder that met British Standard. The new parts made the door move smoothly again and made it much safer with features that stop it from being picked or snapped.
In less than an hour, everything was back in place, lined up, and tested. The handle felt solid again, the key turned smoothly, and the lock worked perfectly, just like it should have.
What Customers Say
The homeowner was very happy with the outcome. They liked that there was no call-out fee and that the job was done right away. They said it was nice to work with a professional locksmith who clearly laid out their options instead of trying to sell them a new door, which another company had suggested.
It's always a good feeling to leave knowing that their door was safe, secure, and working perfectly.
Locksmith Services for Businesses in Romsey
I am a professional locksmith who works in Romsey, Abbotswood, and North Baddesley. I fix all kinds of lock problems, from cylinders that are stuck to multi-point mechanisms that are worn out. A quick fix or replacement of a part can often stop a full failure and save homeowners the stress of being locked out later.
Please call us if your door lock feels stiff, loose, or like it might break. I'll make sure it works well again and keeps your home safe.
Call Locksmith Romsey on 01794 743033 for fast, friendly, and reliable local service.