To change the lock on a regular door knob first use a screwdriver to remove the door knob and the old latch.
How to change deadbolt locks on doors.
And if you want extra added security consider electronic door locks or even smart locks.
The following instructions are kept super basic and simple to understand.
Alternatively you can buy a re keying kit for the lock you already have.
Rekeying involves realigning the pins and springs in the inner workings of the lock in.
To change a deadbolt lock start by unscrewing the old deadbolt and removing the interior and exterior faceplates.
Landlords often have occasion to change the deadbolt in a front door because each time a tenant moves out and a new one moves in you need to make.
The handedness of most locksets can be changed by using an included tool.
In apartment complexes this is now the most common way of changing locks on a door.
Then unscrew and remove the set plate which is the piece of metal that faces the doorframe.
To fix this add a custom cut plate or a door reinforcer.
How to change a deadbolt lock in a metal door.
This note isn t meant for everyone.
Many new lock sets allow you to adjust the latch to either distance.
How to change a deadbolt lock on a door with minimal tool.
A note before installation.
Once you have the kit remove the lock cylinder from the door knob so you can change the pins inside.