UPVc Door Window Locks and Mechanism Repairs

Phone 01473 622461 or 07754915613

UPVc Door and Window Locks and Mechanisms

The UPVc door/window combination has been around a good few years now, and while the plastic itself is

comparatively low-maintenance, the lock/mechanism does tend to need some form of adjustment over time.

The mechanism (or ‘Multipoint Lock’ as it is known) can feature an impressive array of ‘bolts’, ‘rollers’ and

‘hooks’ on the edge of the door, which all engage into recesses (or ‘keeps’) in the frame once the handle is

lifted, and the lock engaged, which generally makes the entrance secure, though all this relies on the

quality of the actual lock fitted. Ipswich Locksmith Neighbourhood Locks are Specialists in all aspects of

UPVc Door (and Window) Mechanisms, and can supply higher-security locks if needed, and are happy to

advise regarding the various options available.

Over time, due to movement within the door and/or mechanism/’keeps’, you may begin to notice that

the handles are becoming progressively harder to operate, needing somewhat greater force to knock the

handle up, and thus ‘force’ the ‘bolts’ into their ‘keeps’ before locking occurs. If this problem is resolved

swiftly, it is usually just a case of making a few adjustments. If neglected however, the problem can only

become worse, because the constant ‘forcing up’ of the handles will put a strain on whatever is causing

the extra force required, and ultimately, something within the mechanism will break. Prevention is far better

than cure, and less costly too, with ‘Multi-point Locking Mechanims’ and ‘Gearboxes’ quite costly items to

replace once they have failed completely, usually locking the Owner out. All locking mechanisms differ in

subtle ways, with the spacing between fixings, so it is a good idea to call a Professional in, to ensure you

have the correct item fitted.

Alternatively, you may notice that the handles feel ‘floppy’ and hang down at a significant angle. This could

be the first sign of failure of the ‘geabox’, which drives the mechanisms ‘bolts’ along the door edge. Again,

this should be resolved as soon as possible, in order that the occupant is not locked outside, with a jammed

door.

We can also repair, supply and maintain UPVc window locks, handles and mechanisms. Did you know that

most Insurers insist that all windows accessible from the ground, are required to have a lock fitted? Check

that yours comply with your Insurers requirements, or they are unlikely to pay out, in the even of a break-in.

Ipswich Locksmiths ‘Neighbourhood Locks’ can also offer a wide variety of additional security for UPVc

doors and windows, including ‘snap locks’ which can be fitted to the frame, and ‘snapped up’ to act as extra

security against a door or window being forced. These are available in both ‘locking’ and ‘non-locking’ versions.

We can also fit internal letterbox covers, which are a discreet way of preventing ‘Key Fishing’, which is where

the burglar uses a tool to hook keys and other valuables, left near the inside of the door. See our ‘Security Advice’

and ‘Secondary Security’ pages for more information.

Additionally, we can carry out cosmetic repairs to UPVc, using the ‘Konig System’ to eliminate holes, chips and

scratches etc., rendering them virtually invisible.

Tel. 01473 622461 / Mob. 07754915613

Mendip Drive, Rushmere St. Andrew, Ipswich IP5 1AU Suffolk.

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