How To repair a faulty broken Door Handle Latch

Hi, this video shows you how to repair a broken door handle caused by a faulty door latch. The door handle started getting stiff and then stopped working and the door latch was also loose. This video shows the full repair.

[@NaaSippingMocha]

Just fixed my kitchen door handle with this video in 2024! Bless your heart wherever you are ❤

[@ASHFOUR20TWO]

Second that, literally just fixed a bedroom door with this tip.

[@redfrench8968]

Mad years later I come from console repairs and now you are helping me fix a door lol

[@PaulSHird]

Thanks Vince. My bedroom door got stuck after slamming in the wind. After watching the first part of your video I was able to free-up the latch by removing it and tapping it against something solid (presumably shaking out some debris). A few squirts of WD40 and it's now working smoothly again and is re-installed. Great stuff.

[@sugartwist7950]

So helpful! Thanks. My heavy fire door fell off it’s hinges and i put it back on and now I’m on to the next task, that is fixing a different door’s handle. It’ll be fixed in no time😊

[@antartis73]

How to replace would have been a more accurate title for this video, although I have to say it was really thorough for the subject

[@florencemorimont9616]

Thanks Vince, although it wasn't as bad as on your video, same problem! Well explained and very easy to do in under 5 minutes. :)

[@anthonyjohnson9683]

Thank you so much Vince...I was able to fix my toilet door handle after watching this...Great talent....Great video!

[@andrewwalker6449]

Top video. Helped me with the same problem, literally step by step. Door lock now fixed 👍

[@Z-LightfulMemories]

Thanks! We have a door at the shop that continuously sticks so people get stuck in the bathroom. Going to look at the latch and see if it's a bit longer than it should be like yours was...have a feeling that's the issue, but now know how to fix it and how easy it is to fix!

[@MizManFryingP]

Thanks for the video! My door's mechanism looked very different from yours but it gave me the confidence to try and do it myself :)

[@elainewellspotter6343]

Superb thank you my husband wakes me up banging the door everyday so I,m going to fix it!

[@jerrypendleton8717]

Perfect video!!! Although Aussie door handle mounting hardware is much more complicated that US (we only have two screws instead of four), the diagnosis and treatment (WD40) was right on the money. THANKS!!!

[@marybarnes8891]

Thank you just what I need to know, really clear instructions

[@anloke4088]

Thanks Vince, just fixed my faulty door latch thanks to your guidance and WD40!

[@dg3223]

I would try silicone spray rather WD40 as WD40 remains oily and is likely to attract the metal grit that you mention and further seize up the lock.

[@johnboles7716]

Thanks Vince. What you suggested did the trick. WD 40 works wonders.

[@mikepenfold4828]

Thanks, I have the same problem, Clear Instructions, Thanks

[@markwainwright7373]

Thanks for showing just how easy this is to do and for giving me the confidence to remove the door handle box of mystery for a good squirt of WD40. Is there anything that WD40 doesn't fix!

[@Shelleys101]

Great video thanks….wish you can come a couple of my looks and doors. My carpenter left me with many problems 😢

[@jeannetteharper2206]

This was so useful, thank-you especially as I have the exact same door fitting. Unfortunately, the fix did not work for me so it's off to screwfix to buy a replacement.

[@fahimsabir9408]

Exactly what I needed. Thank you so much.

[@fibymoon.]

8:04 that bit that sticks out JUMPED off my door.. I hope this video will help me fix it

[@conorfitzpatrick2890]

Is there a video on how to fix the bottom locking part as ours snapped off? Thanks

[@MrLiamswan]

Brilliant video thanks

[@joshgn2579]

Seriously helpful thank you

[@sloopycat1954]

Hi everyone I have the exact same door handles and latch, my latch hardly moves in or out when I turn the handles, exact same problem as well, I'm going to try this repair technique hopefully it will work, if anyone can give me any tips or advice I would really appreciate it. Great video thankyou.

[@1simo93521]

Door handle screws may be too tight.

[@ryanbarnett7493]

Thank you, just what I needed.

[@1091Floyd21]

9:20 - I wonder what might have caused that spring to stretch? Would it have been possible to just replace the spring?

[@rbhnr]

Apparently, WD40 is not good for door locks in the long run. The correct product to use is graphite powder. Learned this the other day, as I have similar issues with a sashlock fitting. WD40 will cause dirt/grease to build up. Graphite powder does not.

[@Freshlilmikegaming]

what if the wood on the inside where the lock is is chipped, can you still fix the handle or do i need to get a new door

[@resecurelatch]

If anyone is having the issue where their latch or deadbolt is loose or falling out due to the screws stripping out the inside of the door. I have invented a new door hardware that solves this problem, ReSecure Latch. No more glue, sticks, puddy, or that ugly metal sleeve that ruins the look of your door. Great for DYI people like JPV, property owners/maintenance technicians, and you.

[@iseegoodandbad6758]

Thanks ...mate!!!

[@1oo1optimus]

How do you do it if the doors closed and it can't open? Think the springs gone.. don't wanna mess up the door

[@chriswaller8780]

💳

[@coochie_man8310]

@@chriswaller8780 it’s a | not a / and I need to use the bathroom bad dude

[@lordsaccharine]

THANK YOU

[@barbara1904]

I’ve fitted the new one. It’s not a perfect fit but 99%. But it’s a bit clunky/clicky when opening and seems to need a jiggle. It does open and close. What do you think???

[@1simo93521]

Loosen the door handle screws slightly.

[@me-ju3fv]

I need help. The collar bit that should pop off will not budge. There is a little gap that I am trying to lever it from but nothing. What do I do?!

[@liampeoples4246]

The same things happened to my door but it closed and we can't open the door. Any tips

[@treyas2818]

Got the same issue, let me know if you manage to sort it out

[@joshuabecerra7033]

Thank you, very helpful

[@bradstheking]

does anybody know how to actually fix the latch?(the bit you replaced) mine spins on my front door also and I want to give a go at fixing it before I replace it

[@vihaanayaan2186]

@Malcolm Allan Definitely, have been using Flixzone for since december myself :D

[@simonkade7052]

@Malcolm Allan yup, have been using Flixzone for months myself :)

[@ashwinpatelmpharm]

This latch didn't have it but most have two screws that can tighten the latch just behind it when you pull it out. Use a dry Ptfe or graphite powder to lubricate the lock, WD40 will clean it out but it will attract dirt and dust in the long run causing stickiness again.

[@conradwettergren94]

What if I don’t have the tools and I’m stuck inside the room?

[@stephen-yk1qk]

any ideas how to remove the o ring to get to screws my very tight, need to get to screws to tighten up

[@rhenzq1640]

This video is about replacing a door handle latch, not repair.

[@barricade7048]

Yes hello my latch is wobbly. Just the gearbox latch is wobbly what do I do

[@zimmerhu]

11:40 is the key point.

[@naniv]

My door is locked and having the same issue but i dont know how to open the door now

[@williamcartagena4582]

same here what to do if the door is lock

[@ghazi103]

3:07 Thanks brother😂😂

[@LaserHighway]

But If my door is locked how can I open it to fix the locked door

[@lukasbangs365]

thnks bro!

[@azlasmwhd7967]

I'm actually locked outside of my apartment rn because of this problem and I don't have anything to actually fix it with.

[@PEGGLORE]

What about a 30+ year old back door, whose mechanism has stopped working and I can't open it. it is stuck somehow, and think I broke the mechanism in my attempt to dislodge it (the handle now goes around 45 degree more than it should do now, then have to yank it hard back up to get it back to it's normal position and it clunks the mechanism when doing this, whatever that is going on, I don't know?). Meaning I've no access to the other side like you have though. It needs to be opened before I try to fix it, surely. What do I do? Do I have to kill myself? Seems alot easier than attempting to fix this.

[@x.kasiouris5503]

Same but the door is closed

[@nickkingston8929]

rolex ?

[@Mymatevince]

Tag Heuer :-)

[@mahjonglivestreaming4535]

patek phillipe

[@wendymoore7641]

My door handle is the opposite it’s really sloppy.

[@petecurran3995]

07:50 not fully retracting so the kids continually rip the handles off! 🤫😷

[@koubarsk4255]

I can buy for 3 pond new one

[@BalletTapJazz]

Why does everyone doing these videos have the most modern door handles on earth

[@Cyores]

I suppose the prices have come down with all the mail order companies like ironmongery direct, or handle king or eBay and they are more affordable even for slim budgets. I got 5 pairs of very modern black matte for under £10 per pair

[@jemms90]

Does it move? No. Should it move? Yes. WD40

[@operatorlead8470]

+25 Repair

[@xyz2121]

There's no door handles like that in the USA.

[@shabbydoll]

'Are' no door handles. Not a lot of literacy either.

[@letitburnforever2122]

All these fucking videos and none of them have my fucking door handke

[@Ma21L]

Why put the bloody adverts on?

[@pigeonlove]

as if you 'bloody' work for free?

[@Mattyboy88979]

WD40 will get stuck again in no time, always use silicone libricant for jobs like this i dont even use WD40 anymore