{"id":1919,"date":"2020-08-17T14:06:48","date_gmt":"2020-08-17T19:06:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/blog\/?p=1919"},"modified":"2020-11-24T14:11:32","modified_gmt":"2020-11-24T19:11:32","slug":"door-lock-problems-locksmiths-see","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/blog\/door-lock-problems-locksmiths-see\/","title":{"rendered":"Door Lock Problems that Our Locksmiths See the Most"},"content":{"rendered":"

The\u00a0professional lock repair service\u00a0<\/a>people at SOS Locksmith understand how frustrating it is when you can\u2019t open your own door locks. You might check over and over again if you have the right key and find that even when you do the lock won\u2019t open. There\u2019s many reasons that door locks might malfunction; in this blog post, our expert\u00a0lock technicians<\/a>\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0will detail the most common issues that we regularly provide solutions for.<\/p>\n

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Sticky Locks<\/h2>\n

This issue might happen when dirt is caught inside the lock mechanism. By cleaning out gummy or sticky dirt from the lock with a cotton swab, and the application of lubricant (we advise use of a lock specific silicone or graphite based spray) most people can fix this issue themselves. Just make sure to insert the key and jiggle it in the lock after the lubricant application so that the lubricant gets its way around all aspects of the lock mechanism.<\/p>\n

Weather Stripping<\/h2>\n

Poorly positioned or installed weather stripping might force the door into misalignment, preventing the lock from operating properly. If you notice your weather stripping looks askew, remove it and reposition it to match the shape of the door frame, and see if it helps your lock work again.<\/p>\n

Jiggly Doorknobs<\/h2>\n

Doorknobs often loosen up over time, and need to be tightened up – but the tightening process is different based on what lock you have. The most common door locks, mortise locks, have a doorknob tightening process which consists of:<\/p>\n