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Door Handle Replacement It's worth replacing door handles if you aren't happy with the way they look, or if they're difficult to use. Installing the new handle on your door is simple if you have patience. Modern door handles are usually equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws to give them a more attractive appearance. However, you'll have to attach them separately if the new handle does not already have them. Removing the old Handle The door handle is not just a decorative feature for your home it also serves as a safety feature that allows you to lock and unlock the door. As time passes the door handle can start to lose its grip or feel loose. It may also appear aged and worn. This is an indication that it's the time to replace your door handle. One of the first indications that your door handle is in need of replacing is when it becomes difficult to operate. This is a serious issue as you will no longer be able to lock or unlock the door, which could put your family and yourself at risk. It is also an excellent idea to replace the handle on your door in the event that it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle can be very dangerous, especially if your children or elderly family members struggle to open it and could get trapped in the. Fortunately, it's fairly easy to fix a broken door handle by replacing the handle that was broken. Modern door handles are typically standard sizes and will fit any door. If you're unsure if your new door handle will fit, try taking out the old one and measuring its housing holes. This will allow you to purchase the correct size door handle. The easiest way to take off your old door handle is to unscrew it from the door itself. This is typically done with the screw driver. However certain door handles come with an outer cover plate that hides the mounting screws so you'll need to remove this to access the screws beneath. After removing the old handle, make a note of the way the spindle is connected. This will help you align the new handle. You can also remove the door handle by unscrewing the latch mechanism. You can make use of a screwdriver to take off the door handle. However, you will have to locate the tiny latch that is located on the edge of the trim piece. Once you've removed the latch, take the handle off the strike plate, and then remove the latch off the door's edge. The Strike Plate When you replace the handle, you'll want to replace the latch plate that holds the hole which the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The package the new handles come with will offer two different latch plates: a rectangular one and a circular one (see the diagram above detailing the components of a door handle). If you have an rectangular latch plate, swap it with a circular one. This will allow the latch to hook into the strike plate, making the handle more convenient. The first step is to unscrew the screw that is holding the latch plate in place. The screws are typically tight and require a lot of force to loosen them. If possible, it may be beneficial to have another person assist you with this task. After the screws have been removed the latch should slide out of the door with ease. If the latch plate is stuck or refuses to move, use a small file to scrape the edges. This may help free the plate. Now you can prepare the new strike plate for installation. Utilizing the wood screws that came with your new handles, screw the latch plate to the inside of the doorjamb. Be careful not to tighten too much the screws, as this may cause damage to the strike plate. If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in its correct position, shut and then open the door to determine whether it locks and closes properly. If it doesn't then you'll need to adjust the strikeplate up or down, or forward or back until the door closes correctly. If the door still moves or jiggles, then you may have to enlarge your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more frequent on older doors. It can be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too shallow, the wrong size latch or damaged strike plate. If this is the situation, use a metal filing instead of a chisel or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Take off the Latch The latch is the angled piece of metal that is able to move through the hole in the inner edge of your door. door handles Repair My Windows And Doors is moved forward when you turn the handle. It also connects to a hole in the frame of the door to keep your door closed. If your door wiggles when you close it, replacing the latch could be the only thing needed to fix it. It's hard to see the screws that hold the latch to the door, but there's usually a small slot on the trim plate that allows you to insert a screwdriver and remove it. After removing the trim plate, you should be able to take off the latch, as well as the bolts that hold it and the spindle. If the latch won't be released you can try using an old-fashioned paper clip or tool to release it from the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the slot for the latch that is recessed. gently turn or jiggle it until you feel the latch and handle start to split. It may take this several times before the latch becomes loose enough to let it out. Once the old latch is removed, you should be able to slide the new latch into the slot without problems. Use your new screws to secure the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure that it is properly positioned in the slot, and aligned with the screw chambers. Check the backset of the current handle (the distance between the center of the large hole in the door's front and the edge) prior to installing the new handle. Also, ensure that the size of the latch on the new handle is in line with this measurement. If you're replacing the handle or latch, or if your old lock cylinder is damaged, then you'll need an entirely new one. If you're not replacing the locks, the new latch will fit into your existing recess, and work just fine with your current keys. Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates that match your old handles. Then remove the Cover Plate Door handles may begin to look shabby over time, but if you replace them with a modern lever-on-rose designs, it's an easy and quick DIY and decorating project that will enhance the overall appearance of your home. You can buy complete sets that come with matching escutcheons and privacy adaptor kits. The first step to replace an internal door handle is to remove the cover plate or rose, which conceals the screws and mechanism inside. Use a flathead to remove the cover plate. It may have an opening on one edge or be held in place by pins. Remove the screw that is holding the interior handle and put it aside after the cover plate is removed. Take off the screws that hold both the inner and outer plates. You can loosen them with a Philips Screwdriver. Then, you can remove the outer plates and latch plate from the door and put them aside. Not all doors have this gap. If yours does not, you will need to make a hole into the door. This is the same process for opening a locked door however you'll have to be extra careful not to harm the frame or door. Installing new screws for the door knob is required after the holes have been drilled. Make sure to buy the same size as the old ones, so that you do not end up with a handle that's too tight or too loose. Installing a new latch and strike rod is also necessary. They aren't included in all door handle sets. If you're looking for a high-quality replacement set of interior door handles Try the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome finish handle set. It's factory-fitted and has received hundreds of 5-star reviews. It's an excellent choice to replace damaged or worn door handle hardware inside your Chevy HHR.