Door Handle Replacement Door handles seem like a small detail but if you aren't happy with the way they look or are unable to use them then it's time to replace them. Installing the new handle on your door is simple if you've got patience. Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws for an attractive appearance. However, you'll need to attach them separately if the new handle doesn't already have them. Take off the handle from the old one. Door handles aren't just an important for their aesthetic value to your home, but they're essential for security as they allow you to lock and unlock your door. However, as time passes, your door handle may lose its grip, appear loose or start to look old and worn. This is a sign that it's time to replace your door handle. One of the first indications that your door handle requires replacing is when it becomes difficult to operate. This is a problem since it means that you are unable to not lock or unlock your door which could pose the risk of security for you and your family. It is also recommended to replace your door handle if it is damaged or broken. A broken door handle is dangerous, particularly for elderly and children members who struggle to open it. They could become trapped. It's easy to fix a damaged handle on doors. Modern door handles are typically standard sizes and will fit any door. If you're not sure if your new door handle will fit, try taking out the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will enable you to purchase the right size door handle. The most straightforward method to remove the door handle you have been using is to unscrew it from the door itself. This is usually done with a screw driver. However certain door handles come with an outer cover plate that hides the screws that mount them, so you'll need to remove this to access the screws underneath. After you have removed the handle that was previously used, take note of how the spindle is attached. This will assist you in aligning the new handle. You can also remove the door handle by removing the latch mechanism. You can make use of a screwdriver to take off the door handle. However, you'll have to locate the tiny latch, which is located on the edge cut piece. After taking off the latch, remove the handle and strike plate. Then remove the latch from the edge of the door. The Strike Plate When you replace your handle, you'll also be required to replace the latch plate that holds the hole that the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The box that the new handles come in will include two latch plates: one that is rectangular and the other circular (see the above diagram that outlines the components of a door handle). If your current latch plate is rectangular, swap it to a circular one so that the latch is able to hook into the strike plate in a way that makes the handle easier to operate. The first step is to remove the screw that is holding the old latch plate. The screws are often quite tight and require a fair amount of force to loosen them. If you are able, it could be helpful to have another person assist you with this task. After the screws have been removed and the latch plate should pull out of the door with ease. If it's stuck or won't move using a nail file to scrape around the edges of the latch plate. This may help free the plate up. Now, you can proceed to preparing the new door strike plate to be installed. Using the wood screws that came with the new handles, attach the latch plate to the inside of the doorjamb. Do not tighten the screws too much because this could cause damage to the strike plate. If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in the proper position, try closing and then opening the door to check whether it locks and closes correctly. If not then you'll have to adjust the strike plate upwards or down, or even forward or back, until the door closes and latches properly. If the door still moves or jiggles, then you may need to increase the size of your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more prevalent with older doors, but could also be caused by wear and tear hinge mortises that are too shallow or not the right size for the latch, or due to damaged or broken strike plate. If this is the situation then you should use a filing made of metal instead of a chisel or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Take off the Latch The latch is an angled metal piece that slides into and out of a hole on the inside of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes this latch forward which allows you to open the door. It also catches the door's frame so that the door stays closed. If your door shakes when you close it, replacing the latch could be all you need to fix the issue. The screws that hold the door latch are difficult to locate however, you can insert a screwdriver into a small hole in the trim plate and then pry the latch off. After removal of the trim plate you should be able to take off the latch as well as the bolts that hold it, as well as the spindle. If the latch won't come out it is suggested to use an old-fashioned paper clip or tool to free it from the handle mechanism. Insert the item in the slot for the latch that is recessed and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel that the latch and handle are beginning to separate. You may need to repeat this several times before the latch becomes loose enough to pull out. Once the old latch is removed and the old latch is removed, you should be able to slide the new latch into the slot without issues. Make sure the latch is correctly positioned in the slot and is aligned with the screw chambers and then use your new screws to attach it to the strike plate and door frame. Before you install the new handle, be sure to measure your current backset (the distance from the center of the large hole on the front surface of the door to the edge). Check that the latch size of the new handle is in line with the measurement. You'll need a new lock cylinder if you're replacing the handle and latch or if your current one is damaged. If you are not changing locks, a new lock should fit inside the recess you have already installed, and also work with the keys you have already. Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates to match the handles you have. Remove the cover plate Door handles can begin to look shabby over time However, if you replace them with a contemporary lever on rose design it's a quick and easy DIY project to decorate and will enhance the overall appearance of your home. You can buy complete sets that include matching escutcheons as well as privacy adaptor kits. To replace the door handle inside remove the cover plate (or rose), which protects the screws and the inner mechanism. Utilize a flathead to take off the cover plate. It could have a slot on one edge or be secured by a pin. After the cover plate is off, remove the screw that holds the inside handle in place and set it aside. You'll also want to take out the screws that hold the latch and inner plates and the latch plate, which can be done by loosening them with the help of a Philips screwdriver. Remove the plates that hold the inner plate and latch from the door. Place them aside. Some doors don't have this gap. If yours does not have a handle, you'll need to drill a new hole into the door. It's the same procedure as opening a door locked, but you will have to be extra careful not to scratch the frame or door. Installing new door knob screws is necessary after the holes have been made. Purchase the same dimensions as your old screws to ensure that you don't get the handle that is too loose or tight. It's also necessary to install the new latch plate and strike rod that aren't part of most door handle sets. If you're looking for a high-quality replacement interior door handle set, try the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome-finished handle set. It is a factory-fit and has been praised with hundreds of five-star reviews. https://www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk/nottingham-windowrepair/ 's a great choice for replacing worn or damaged door handle hardware inside your Chevy HHR.