uPVC door mechanism & lock repairs

South Yorkshire uPVC door repairs

There are a number of reasons why your uPVC door lock will need repairing if it is proving difficult to open, close or lock and unlock. After years of use locking mechanisms can become very warn and faulty, meaning you will either need to replace the faulty lock or even replace the lock and mechanism. This type of work is best carried out by an expert locksmith.

If your uPVC door lock is faulty, it doesn’t mean you need a brand-new door. We can save you hundreds of pounds simply by replacing any faulty mechanisms and replacing your door lock ensuring your uPVC door is back in fully working order.

uPVC door repairs specialist

If you experience a problem with your uPVC door it’s always best to call a locksmith who can assess the locking mechanism and provide you with expert advice. These types of doors are secured by a Multi-Point Lock (MPL) which after many years of use can start to fail. There are generally tell-tale signs that the door lock is going to malfunction, usually when the handle becomes stiff to operate, the lock isn’t functioning as it once was, or the handle becomes loose and wobbly. Whatever your issue we’re confident we can help.

Often, the main reason why a door locking mechanism does fail, will be that the door has moved out of alignment. This will have made the door difficult to lock because the locking points are pressing against the door frame keeps.  The increased pressure placed on the door handle when locking and unlocking eventually cause a lock failure.

We can repair pretty much every type of uPVC door. Our knowledge extends to all doors including patio doors, conservatory doors, tilt and slide doors and others. Regardless of the brand or how old the door is we’re confident we can get your uPVC door working properly again.  There are many different types of mechanisms fitted to uPVC doors, that’s why it’s best to call an expert who will be able to quickly identify the specific mechanism, and advise if it can be repaired or replaced. Our mobile locksmith van is stocked with all types of MPL mechanisms, allowing us to generally carry out the work the same day we visit your property.

We can save you money, let us repair your uPVC door

Often customers think faulty locks on a uPVC door mean a brand-new door replacement, which if you were to speak to a double-glazing company this may well be their advice! We will never try and sell you a brand-new door; our expertise is in identifying the problem and finding a solution… which will save you time and money.

For comparison if you were to get a brand-new uPVC door fitted the price would be between £600.00 – £850.00 sometimes even higher depending upon the company. An approximate cost to replace your existing MPL is between £130.00 – £170.00. This price will cover all materials and labour and comes with our two-year guarantee. If the handles or existing lock barrel require changing, this can also be done at the same time, costs will included within the initial quote.

We have been repairing Multi-Point Lock mechanisms for over 35 years and work with specialist parts suppliers. We carry a vast range of these mechanisms on our mobile van workshop.

Quick & efficient uPVC door repairs

Customers believe the process to repair their uPVC door is costly and timely however this isn’t the case. Even if the door is locked it’s not going to be a problem. All our work is thorough and timely with no damage to your existing door; once repaired we are confident the door will work seamlessly if not even better than it did when you first purchased it. Once repaired we test your door to check it is in full working order and that you are happy with our work.

Emergency uPVC door repairs

If you’re locked outside of your property and need a uPVC door lock opened you can contact us, we provide an emergency locksmith service across South Yorkshire.