A Highland Park homeowner booked a day of jobs around the house, and the main one was swapping the front door lock for a new smart lock.
The old lock had damaged the door jamb, so I filled the jamb with epoxy first, then fitted the new lock and lined up the lock and latch until everything worked smoothly. I also replaced the old garage door lock, reversing the new lock’s mechanism to suit the way that door opens, and removed an old flat-pack entertainment unit from the living room.
Doing several jobs in one visit saved booking separate trades, and a few weeks later I was back to work through a second list.
How I fit a new lock to an old door
- Check the door and jamb for damage from the old lock.
- Repair damaged timber first, for example with epoxy filler.
- Fit the new lock, adjusting the hole and striker where needed.
- Line up the latch so it closes without a slam or a push.
- Test every key, code and function before I leave.
Need something similar done in Highland Park? I’m Dan, a licensed tradesman and former builder with 35+ years in the building industry, and I do every job myself. See my handyman services in Highland Park, or get a free quote. You can also call Sue on 0435 207 771.
