Troubleshooting a stuck door latch try to open the door while it is shut.
How to fix a stuck door lock.
The knob will not turn to retract the stuck.
In order to fix a stuck door knob lock that is not a problem of the latch catching you will need to remove the door knob.
Sometimes the cause of a stuck deadbolt is a misaligned or out of square door.
Adjust the hinges so that the door is straight.
Otherwise the fine black dust can get everywhere staining surfaces and creating a.
On older doors you will need to remove the screws in the door knob near the plate.
Once that happens getting in and out of doors can be a major hassle.
The latch will not retract even when the knob is turned.
They are small and easy to miss.
The latch will not retract even when the knob is turned.
Take note of the type of resistance.
If the gap between the door and jamb is angled then the door isn t square.
Spray the entire mechanism with spray lubricant and wait for at least 10 minutes before you reinstall it.
Fortunately there are a number of ways to fix a stuck lock without calling in the professionals and breaking your budget.
Once the screws are removed you can take off the door knob by pulling it straight off the post.