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UPVC doors and mechanisms.

UPVC door problems can come from the cylinder, handle, central gearbox, multipoint strip or the way the door meets its frame. Compare symptoms carefully, avoid forcing the handle and use the answers below to describe what happens.

UPVC door and window repair information

QUESTIONS IN THIS TOPIC

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  1. Why won't my UPVC door lock when closed?
  2. Why does a UPVC door lock when open but not closed?
  3. Why does the door handle lift but the key won't turn?
  4. What is a multipoint locking mechanism?
  5. What is a UPVC door gearbox?
  6. How can I recognise early signs of a failing multipoint lock?
  7. Does a stiff UPVC handle always mean the lock needs replacing?
  8. How can changes in weather affect a UPVC door?
  9. What are common causes of dropped or misaligned doors?
  10. Is a sticking euro-cylinder different from a gearbox problem?
  11. When is a UPVC door repair preferable to replacing the door?
  12. Can a lock cylinder be replaced without changing the whole door?
  13. Can poor door alignment damage the locking mechanism?
  14. What should I avoid spraying into a lock?
  15. What if my UPVC door handle feels loose?
  16. Does RapidLock repair UPVC windows as well as doors?
  17. What photos should I take before asking about a door repair?
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