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Stuck/Broken UPVC window locks

  • 08-02-2010 07:46PM
    #1
    Son Of A Vidic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 32,370 ✭✭✭✭


    Stuck/Broken UPVC Window locks


    I have a couple of locks on my UPVC windows that are very stiff, so I can't engage the window lock with the key. I've tried WD40 amongst other things, with no luck. The house is about 3 years old and the builder got the windows from Munster Joinery. Does anyone know any D.I.Y. tricks for getting these locks to work? My Mother in Law had a lock replaced on a door last year and the locksmith charged her a fortune to come out and replace the lock etc. So if anyone has any tips or info send it my way please, I'm in the Achonry area BTW.


Comments

  • #2
    darealtulip
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,346 ✭✭✭darealtulip


    you can buy the locks seperate. And just replace them yourself. Verry easy on the upvc windows and doors. I think homebase have them (PM Bobcar, he works there) Otherwise there are a few more places in town where you can order them.


  • #3
    Slidey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 12,811 ✭✭✭✭Slidey


    Might be an idea to start a thread in Construction & Planning, you may a solution there.

    For what it is worth, in my experience these locks are very simple affairs and there is only one moving pin inside for the key to move. A narrow screwdriver and some wriggling might free it out for you


  • #4
    Son Of A Vidic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 32,370 ✭✭✭✭Son Of A Vidic


    Thanks Slidey I considered the forum you mentioned alright, but I reckoned if I need someone to call out, it would be better posted in the Sligo forum.
    I might post a picture later to give people a clear idea of the problem.
    I also have a problem with an external door multi-point locking mechanism I didn't mention in my OP, I was hoping someone might know a 'lock' person who wouldn't charge an arm and a leg.


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