How to Replace a Deadbolt Lock

Replacing a dead bolt is easy to do. Whenever we can save money we should do it. Calling a locksmith to replace a deadbolt will start around $50.00 just for the service call and go up from there. Do it yourself and save yourself some money.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Phillips screw driver,WD40 or compatible lubricate, new deadbolt lock.

1. 
    

   Remove the two phillips screws on the deadbolt plate seen in picture.

2. 
    

   Slide out each side of your deadbolt.

3. 
    

   Remove the two screws from your strike plate seen in picture. Slide out strike plate.

4. Lubricate the inside striker part (picture above). You can use a lubricate such as DW40. This way your deadbolt lock will operate freely.

5. Slide new strike plate back into door and replace screws.

6. 
    

   Slide keyed side of new deadbolt in, (make sure the keyed lock part is to the outside of the door).

7. 
    

   Line up inside latch (in picture) with other side you already put in place line up inside extension piece, replace screws and you are done.

Tips & Warnings

• You may have a double keyed deadbolt, instead of one with a latch. Replace the same way.