Our locksmith in Salford can repair uPVC door handles, repair and replace gearboxes, cylinders and locks, fit new multipoint locking mechanisms and realign uPVC doors which have dropped. Locksmith Salford offers a 24-hour service from Salford Quays in M50 to Irlam in M44. Our engineers are City and Guilds trained, DBS checked and fully insured with 15 years of experience. We quote our prices before travelling and we have no call-out fee. All of our work is guaranteed for 1 year.
Why Is Your uPVC Door Not Locking? Causes and Fixes in Salford
If your uPVC door is difficult to lock or the handle is not working properly, the problem could be caused by one of several issues.
The handle will not lift, feels stiff or hangs loose. If the handle won’t lift, it’s stiff to use or feels loose then the gearbox inside the door is probably worn out or alternatively the spindle which connects the handle to the gearbox may have come adrift.
The handle lifts but the door still doesn’t lock. If the handle lifts but the door still doesn’t lock, then it could be a gearbox problem. It’s also possible however that the door has dropped and the locking points along the edge no longer line up with the keeps on the frame.
The door rubs, catches or needs a hard pull to lock. The door could also be rubbing along the frame or catching in places making it difficult to lock or requiring a hard pull on the handle to lock it. Doors gradually drop on their hinges, and by adjusting the door back into alignment and adjusting the keeps we can often get the door locking correctly again without the need to fit a new locking mechanism.
The key will not turn, or the cylinder spins. A worn-out euro cylinder can stop the key from turning or mean the cylinder just spins when you try to lock it. Cylinders that protrude from the handle plate are also prone to snapping.
Multipoint locking systems like this are also used on many composite doors as well as shop and office doors here in Salford, Greengate and Salford City Centre.
We cover the M3, M5 & M6 postcodes in Salford and travel to Eccles, Weaste, Monton & Winton (M30) via Eccles New Road and Regent Road.
Before You Call: What to Check and What to Tell Us
To help us identify what has failed, please make sure you’ve carried out the following checks before calling:
- Close the door and lift up the handle, making sure you lift it completely and don’t apply excessive force.
- Check to see if the door is hanging lower on one side or rubbing on the frame.
- Check to see if the key turns freely in the lock, or if it is stiff to turn or spins round.
Don’t try and force the handle or key as this could damage the lock cylinder or gearbox. Please tell us the type of door you have, what you’ve noticed and your postcode.
Gearbox and Multipoint Mechanism Replacement in Salford
Our engineers also replace gearboxes and the entire multipoint mechanism (handle, gearbox, locking points and keeps) but only where adjustment/repair won’t **affect** the locking function. We carry out multipoint mechanism replacements throughout Salford and surrounding estates in Worsley, Walkden and Little Hulton, in M28 and M38 where uPVC doors can drop on their hinges over time.
A new gearbox is not always the solution to a faulty uPVC door. Our engineer will first check the handle, locking points, keeps and hinges to identify the cause of the problem and advise which part needs replacing. If another component is faulty, our engineer will explain what is required so you can decide whether to proceed with the repair.
Euro Cylinder Replacement: TS007 3 Star and Ultion
If the euro cylinder protrudes from your door beyond the handle plate, it may give a burglar a better grip to try and force it. We recommend a TS007 3 Star euro cylinder, including Ultion models, fitted so it sits flush with the handle plate.
- TS007 3 Star is a standard that refers to Euro profile cylinders that have been independently tested against picking, drilling, bumping and cylinder snapping attacks.
- BS3621 is a standard that applies to locks installed in timber doors. If you have a uPVC or composite door, then we would advise you to specify TS007 3 Star and check with your insurance company to see if they have any requirements.
Older properties in Pendleton, Broughton and Kersal (M6, M7 and M25 postcodes) may still have protruding Euro cylinders fitted to their newer composite doors. If you are unsure, give us a call and we can come out and check. Euro cylinder replacement is considerably cheaper than a new door lock, and we test the new euro cylinder with your key before we leave.
uPVC Door Lock Repair Prices in Salford: What Each Fix Costs
uPVC door lock repairs in Salford cost from £70, depending on whether it's just a case of making an adjustment, fitting a new gearbox or even having to change the whole lock. All prices include labour, parts and VAT, and there's no call-out fee.
- uPVC door adjustment to correct a dropped door: £80 to £225+
- Euro cylinder, handle or other lock/hardware repair: £70 to £250+
- Gearbox or multipoint mechanism replacement: £90 to £370+
- uPVC door lock replacement: £90 to £480+
The part required and the time of day can also affect the cost of the repair. Repairs at weekends or at night may cost a little more. We'll always confirm the price over the phone.
uPVC Door Locksmith Cover Across Salford
If you live in Ordsall, Salford Quays or MediaCityUK, close to landmarks such as The Lowry or the Imperial War Museum North, then you’re only a short drive from our address, based at Waters Edge Business Park on Modwen Road in M5. From here, our engineers regularly travel along Trafford Road and Ordsall Lane to repair uPVC and composite doors.
For customers in Salford who are struggling with a dropped door, stiff handle or faulty locking mechanism, our Salford-based engineers can visit to take a look at the issue and advise on the repair. Other areas we regularly travel include Swinton and Pendlebury (accessed via the M60 and East Lancashire Road). Call Locksmith Salford on 0161 7110030 at any hour.
