UPVC Lock Repair – Winchester

UPVC Lock Repair – A homeowner near St Giles Hill in Winchester recently rang me in a panic. Their UPVC front door had jammed and they couldn’t lock it. Another company had been out before, but their so-called “fix” only lasted two weeks. When the handle seized up again, they decided to call me instead.

I inspected the door straight away. The alignment looked fine, so the earlier diagnosis was wrong. The real problem sat inside the multipoint mechanism – the gearbox had worn out. This happens a lot with older doors, especially when people force the handle after it stiffens. Once the gearbox fails, the door either jams shut or won’t lock at all.

Because I carry parts for UPVC Lock Repairs, I had the correct gearbox with me. I swapped out the faulty one, realigned the door, and tested it several times with the customer. Everything clicked smoothly into place, no sticking, no grinding. The relief on their face said it all.

They’d been told they might need a whole new door, which would have cost hundreds. Instead, a proper repair solved the problem in less than an hour. That’s why choosing a local locksmith makes a difference. I don’t rush jobs or fit the wrong parts – I focus on UPVC Lock Repairs that last.

If your UPVC lock is stiff, jammed, or failing completely, don’t wait until it breaks. Call Locksmith Winchester on 01962 690072 or visit locksmithwinchester.co.uk.