The expert door lock repair team here at Mobile Locksmith Charleston specializes in the rapid repair of a wide variety of commonly found door lock issues. In this blog entry, our expert lock repair team will detail some common issues with jammed locks that our technicians regularly encounter – and rapidly remedy!
Knob Turning without Opening the Door
Doorknobs utilize spring loaded latches to open the door – if the knob is turning with nothing else happening, you can chalk it up to problems with the latch. There’s a few ways to solve this issue, but the most important thing to do is open up the door. A locksmith will disassemble the knobs and handles – and the spindles if need be, with a screwdriver. This issue is best dealt with by a licensed locksmith.
The Door is Stuck Open or Stuck Unlocked
This constitutes a big security risk – it’s possible the lock has rusted shut, the key is damaged, the lock cylinder is broken, or the door is improperly aligned.
The Deadbolt is Stuck Locked
Deadbolts provide a high level of security for residential grade doors. It’s possible that they can get stuck locked. Locks can break due to daily use over time. Since deadbolts aren’t spring loaded, they require a different lock opening approach – often disassembly, which is a service best handled by a licensed locksmith.
Stuck Door Knob Lock Buttons
If your doorknob has a button to lock it rather than a turning mechanism, try pressing on the lock button to see if it will unlock it – or push and hold the button in hard, then release it quickly. Try turning the door’s handle as you attempt these various ways to get the doorknob button unstuck – and if this doesn’t work, gently, but firmly, rattle the handle. If this doesn’t work, contact a professional licensed locksmith for an easy and convenient solution.