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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 are difficult to use. With a little patience, you can get a new handle in no time. Modern door handles are usually equipped with cover plates that hide the screws for a more attractive appearance. However, you will need to attach them separately if your new handle does not have them attached already. Remove the Old Handle Door handles are not only important for their aesthetic value to your home, but they're crucial for safety as they let you lock and unlock your door. But, over time your door handle can lose its grip, feel loose, or look old and worn. This is a sign that it's time to replace your door handle. If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it might be time to replace it. This is a serious issue because you won't be in a position to lock or unlock the door which could put your family and yourself at risk. Another reason to replace your door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle could be extremely dangerous, particularly in the event that your children or senior family members have difficulty opening it, and get trapped within. Luckily, it's quite simple to fix a damaged door handle by replacing the handle that was broken. The majority of modern door handles are a standard size and therefore are suitable for any door. If you're not sure whether the new door handle you're buying will fit, try removing the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will allow you to buy the right size door handle. It is the easiest way to remove the old door handle by removing it from the door. Usually you'll need a screwdriver. Some door handles have a cover plate which hides the mounting screws. You'll need to remove it to get to the screws. After you have removed the old handle, make a note of how the spindle is connected. This will aid in aligning the new handle. You can also remove the door handle by removing the latch mechanism. You can make use of a screwdriver to take off the door handle. However, you will have to locate the small latch which is located on the edge of the trim piece. After removing the latch, unscrew the handle and the strike plate. Then remove the latch from the door's edge. Take off the Strike Plate When you replace your handle, you'll want to replace the latch plate, which is the hole which the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The box that the new handles come in will have two options for latch plates – one that is rectangular and the other a circular one (see the above diagram that outlines the parts of the door handle). If your current latch plate is rectangular, swap it over to the circular one so that the latch hooks onto the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle easier to operate. The first step is to take off the screw that holds the latch plate. The screws are usually quite tight and require a fair amount of force to loosen them. It may be helpful to have a second person help with this task if you can. The latch plate should easily come out of the door after the screws have been removed. If the latch plate is stuck or doesn't move, use a small file to scrape the edges. This can sometimes open the plate. Now you can prepare the new strike plate for installation. Attach the latch plate to the door jamb using the screws that came with the new handles. Don't over tighten your screws as this could damage the strike plate. If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in the proper position, try closing and then opening the door to determine whether it latches and closes correctly. If it doesn't then you'll have to adjust the strike plate up or down, or forward or back until the door closes and latches correctly. If the door still moves or jiggles, you might need to increase the size of your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more frequent on older doors. It could be caused by wear and tear hinges that aren't narrow, the wrong size latch or damaged strike plate. If this is the case you can use a metal file instead of a chisel, or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Removal of the Latch The latch is an angled metal piece that slides in and out of a hole on the inside of your door. The latch is pushed forward when you turn the handle. It also connects to a hole in the frame of the door to keep the door closed. If your door shakes when you close it, replacing the latch may be all you need to fix it. The screws that secure the door latch are difficult to see, but you can usually use a screwdriver to make an insignificant hole on the trim plate and then pry the latch off. After removal of the trim plate you should be able to remove the latch, as well as the bolts that hold it in place and the spindle in position. If the latch isn't able to come out it is suggested to use an old-fashioned paper clip or tool to spring it loose from the handle mechanism. Place the item in the recessed latch slot and gently turn or jiggle it until you feel the latch and handle begin to split. You may have to repeat this procedure several times before you can take the latch off. Once the old latch is removed it should be possible to insert the new latch into the slot without any issues. Make sure the latch is correctly positioned in the slot and aligned with the screw chambers, and then use the new screws to fasten it to the strike plate and door frame. Check the backset of the current handle (the distance between the center of the large hole on the front of the door 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 are replacing the latch or handle or handle, or if your previous lock cylinder is damaged, then you'll require an entirely new one. If you're not replacing the locks however, a new latch should fit in your existing recess and will work with the keys you have currently. Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates to match your existing handles. upvc door handles repairmywindowsanddoors of the Cover Plate You can replace your old door handles with a contemporary rose and lever designs to enhance the appearance of your house. You can buy complete sets of escutcheons, privacy adaptors, escutcheons, and escutcheons. The first step to replace an internal door handle is to remove the cover plate or rose, which hides the screws and mechanism inside. Find an opening tab on the plate, and employ a flathead screwdriver lift it off the knob. It may have an opening along one side or be held in place by a pin. Once the cover plate is removed take the screw that holds the inside handle in place and set it aside. Take off the screws that hold both the outer and inner plates. You can loosen them with the help of a Philips Screwdriver. Then, you can remove the outer plates and latch plate from the door and set them aside. Some doors don't have this gap. If yours doesn't, you'll need to drill a hole in the door to install the new handle. The procedure to do this is the same as opening a door using the lock, however you'll be taking extra care to avoid damaging the frame or door. Installing new screws for the door knob is required after the holes have been made. Buy the same dimensions as your old screws to ensure that you don't get the handle that is too loose or tight. You'll also need to install the new latch plate and strike rod that aren't included in most door handle sets. If you're in search of a reliable replacement set of interior door handles look no further than the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome finish handle set. It's factory-fitted and has been praised with hundreds of five-star reviews. It's an excellent option for replacing worn out or damaged interior door hardware on your Chevy.