How to Replace a Door Knob and Deadbolt Lock (Step By Step)

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  • Опубліковано 11 тра 2017
  • How to change and replace doorknob and deadbolt lock
    If you just moved or just want to replace your doorknob or deadbolt lock to an exterior door, this video will give you the step by step and all the tools you need.
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  • @Howfinity
    @Howfinity  4 роки тому +30

    You can buy the Door Knob set from my affiliate link on Amazon. amzn.to/2tcnUwx

    • @alfredatrawick649
      @alfredatrawick649 2 роки тому +1

      I am proud if you . I going to doorknob myself so I can keep my noisy landlord out of my room.

    • @paulxenophon2691
      @paulxenophon2691 8 місяців тому

      Ñ

  • @jeffreyc9083
    @jeffreyc9083 2 роки тому +167

    No locksmiths answered my calls (weekend evening), and I had to cancel my plans, and then, I decided to watch your video. Problem solved... thanks!

  • @vain4282
    @vain4282 4 місяці тому +14

    i was waiting months for my landlord to change my locks not knowing it was so easy. sigh i’m a 20 year man who grew up with little to no male figure around. so im proud that i did this on my own thank you

  • @mnieder5300
    @mnieder5300 2 роки тому +152

    Lost my amazing husband approximately 1 year ago and have had to learn to do things I never knew to do. Thank you for your excellent video. Took me two hours but I did it with a ton of prayer and a few expletives 😉
    I DID IT!!

    • @emyhR
      @emyhR Рік тому +16

      Sorry for your loss. And congrats on a job well done

    • @OmANnIe
      @OmANnIe Рік тому +9

      So proud of you. I totally understand how intimidating it can be to try and learn how to do things like this on our own.

    • @suzp8627
      @suzp8627 Рік тому +7

      Wish me luck!! Mom of 2 venturing into This this week! 😅

    • @mnieder5300
      @mnieder5300 Рік тому +6

      @@suzp8627 you got this. Seriously, he explained it so well, also that little added tip at the end is really helpful

    • @Es_Elle
      @Es_Elle Рік тому +1

      That is SO awesome! You're braver than me! Trying to build up the courage!

  • @glyce88
    @glyce88 2 роки тому +10

    moving in tomorrow. First time home owner. first order of business right here. thank you so much

  • @williamsearles3845
    @williamsearles3845 2 роки тому +64

    Just changed my first set of door locks at 45yo. Out of all the vids yours was the best. Thanks for taking your time for the beginners.👍🏿

    • @gavinchang3236
      @gavinchang3236 Рік тому

      I have been changing locks since I was 10

    • @EM-cz4rd
      @EM-cz4rd Рік тому

      @@gavinchang3236 I was picking locks at 8

  • @michelebadillo1114
    @michelebadillo1114 Рік тому +14

    I needed to change my locks and have never done it before. Thank you for showing me just how easy it is and not be intimidated. 🎉

  • @dingyi1987
    @dingyi1987 3 місяці тому +12

    Got a quote of $250-300 to replace the door knob and deadlock. Then I found this video. I’m gonna try to do it myself to save that money for something else. Wish me luck❤😂

    • @Fayw2023
      @Fayw2023 10 днів тому

      Did u do it

    • @dingyi1987
      @dingyi1987 9 днів тому

      @@Fayw2023 yes, it worked well

  • @jacquelinebrown4844
    @jacquelinebrown4844 10 місяців тому +5

    You have the most at ease voice . Very very good video!!!!

  • @lsw278
    @lsw278 3 роки тому +63

    Thanks so much! I told my boyfriend I could do this without his help and thanks to you I can!

    • @vyvoomvoom9641
      @vyvoomvoom9641 2 роки тому +2

      I agree.. ty!!!!

    • @midnitemoon577
      @midnitemoon577 2 роки тому +3

      Thanks Girl for giving me the inspiration to replace mine. I have never done it before nor seen it done. Going to try it by myself.

    • @dramadog
      @dramadog Рік тому +1

      let your boyfriend do it. otherwise replace him :)

    • @OmANnIe
      @OmANnIe Рік тому

      @@midnitemoon577 how did it go? I'm so nervous to try and replace my door knob & bolt by myself but I really want to.

    • @midnitemoon577
      @midnitemoon577 Рік тому +1

      @@OmANnIe Hi Annie! Well, so far I went to the hardware store and the staff at Ace was great. They showed me which doorknob set to buy and told me how to do it. They were male & encouraged me. They said girls can do this too, no problem! I haven't done it yet but will this week.

  • @marneshawoods5546
    @marneshawoods5546 5 місяців тому +3

    Thank You So Much For This Detailed Video!! My husband was lazy getting it done Sooo I did it!! 😊

  • @0AmyK0
    @0AmyK0 2 роки тому +22

    So thankful for UA-cam and this kind of video. I've repaired/replaced several things thanks to content like this. Closing on a house next week and I feel confident I can change the locks myself instead of hiring someone.

    • @Howfinity
      @Howfinity  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome. And congrats on the house

  • @Sarah-rd1qy
    @Sarah-rd1qy 26 днів тому +1

    Thank you. Your instructions are precise and your voice is like honey. I did it myself after watching your tutorial.

  • @ibg04
    @ibg04 9 місяців тому +1

    This video great tutorial!! Had to change a locks sets this morning. Took me 25 mins. Very detailed and answered all m questions.

  • @bjmarty2004
    @bjmarty2004 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks so much. I was able to do it myself with your help. I had to re-watch a couple times, but I did it.

  • @bluegemini91
    @bluegemini91 Рік тому +1

    Followed instructions, got a new lock on my door 🎉😊

  • @rudyplayersosa5887
    @rudyplayersosa5887 Рік тому +3

    Thank you, I just replaced my exterior door knob following your video, well explained .

  • @fromharlemtohomemaker
    @fromharlemtohomemaker 4 роки тому +18

    Thank you for this easy to understand video!!

    • @Howfinity
      @Howfinity  4 роки тому +1

      SheDoes ItAll very welcome. This was one of my first videos! I think it’s 500 videos ago 😳

  • @CharmingAthens
    @CharmingAthens 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for the video, I was able to do this on my own today!

  • @keeganstewart3916
    @keeganstewart3916 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for this awesome video. The printed instructions are usually not clear. I had to change the deadbolt set when the lock on the knob was sticking and not working consistently. As a single woman I am happy and proud when I can do these things myself! Appreciate your video to help us get our projects done!

  • @hmos1855
    @hmos1855 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much! Just purchased my first home and I have no idea how to do a lot of things but I’m learning, your video was so clear and easy to understand and follow. Thank you!

  • @louisev706
    @louisev706 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you! I just changed all the hardware on my exterior doors and this video really helped :)

  • @user-em6ie2be7x
    @user-em6ie2be7x Рік тому +2

    Quick and easy, I managed to put in my Deadbolt in only a few minutes. Thank you for the Detailed & Informative Tutorial. 🙇🏿‍♂️🙆🏻‍♀️

  • @Finding-dori
    @Finding-dori 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for your video!!! I was able to change my locks successfully!

  • @rxruth80
    @rxruth80 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for posting your video. Just changed my first exterior door handle. Your instructions were great!

  • @shellyclayton202
    @shellyclayton202 Рік тому +1

    You are a life saver! I installed my first today! You made it so easy! Thank you! : )

  • @getthepwn
    @getthepwn 3 роки тому +3

    Great vid. Very easy to follow. God bless.

  • @iFiidy
    @iFiidy 3 роки тому +7

    I'm a 32 year old man watching this🥴. Thank you for the tutorial

    • @Howfinity
      @Howfinity  3 роки тому +4

      I made this video when I was 33

    • @iFiidy
      @iFiidy 3 роки тому

      @@Howfinity , lol. I just replaced my door knows and dead bolts all thanks to your video.

  • @trishalantz1498
    @trishalantz1498 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you, I think that I can do this!! You just saved me a lot of money!!

  • @sbrosier2383
    @sbrosier2383 Рік тому

    My wife and I have closed on our first house and move in less than a week and we want to change the locks. This made it seem very doable and will be referring to this video when the tike comes

  • @clarahoffman9424
    @clarahoffman9424 19 днів тому +1

    THANK YOU!!!!!!!!

  • @marilynjackson5752
    @marilynjackson5752 Рік тому

    Your calm explanation makes me think I can do this.

  • @jodeyhawkes3494
    @jodeyhawkes3494 Рік тому

    Great instructions. Very easy to follow!

  • @jessiburrowrutherford2710
    @jessiburrowrutherford2710 6 місяців тому

    Thank you for a very helpful, straight to the point video. Appreciate this so much!!

  • @nataliajordan8475
    @nataliajordan8475 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you ! Very helpful.

  • @EmpressMermaid
    @EmpressMermaid Рік тому

    Thank you so much. A locksmith wanted nearly $300 to do this same job. Good thing I watched this video and saw how easily I could do it myself. Money is tight these days.

  • @firstbloodwarrior3868
    @firstbloodwarrior3868 2 роки тому +3

    I'm embarrassed to admit that after SEVERAL HOURS of not getting it right, I came here...
    Just know you really helped...

  • @zaedyomeara9652
    @zaedyomeara9652 Рік тому

    Thank you for making this video I changed my locks easy without looking in the manual.

  • @samanthachurch5988
    @samanthachurch5988 Рік тому +1

    I just have to say thank you so much for this video! I just replaced my entire lock and was so close to having a locksmith come out. This video was so helpful!

  • @itsok2bwhiteendanti-whiteh548
    @itsok2bwhiteendanti-whiteh548 2 роки тому +4

    I thought I needed this video, but after watching it, I realize even a baboon can do this. But thanks for such a great video with simple instructions. 👍🏻

  • @gbeagle417
    @gbeagle417 10 місяців тому

    Well the main things I was looking for wasn't even mentioned but it still helped

  • @teresahanish6128
    @teresahanish6128 2 роки тому +1

    This was clear and concise

  • @aland5692
    @aland5692 4 роки тому +1

    GReat video , It helped me totally .thank you.

  • @joanklein6463
    @joanklein6463 3 роки тому

    Your video is excellent. Thank you

  • @jpperez007
    @jpperez007 5 місяців тому

    WOW! Thank you so much. Thats an awesome video. Very direct and easy to follow. Suscibed.

  • @ariesradio
    @ariesradio 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the tutorial!

  • @lori8553
    @lori8553 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you. You made that look easy. The issue I’m having is that the door attachment is not the same size. I’m guessing I need to chisel the wood to make it fit. Got any tips for me on that?
    Thanks again I think I can do this.

  • @arabianknight47
    @arabianknight47 Рік тому

    Amazingly well done, thank you so much

  • @shae.the.gymini
    @shae.the.gymini 10 місяців тому

    So very helpful! Thank you so much 😊

  • @dlipp23
    @dlipp23 11 місяців тому

    Thanks!! Perfect explanation 👍🏼

  • @__MariNic
    @__MariNic 5 місяців тому

    Havent got my set yet but it seems so easy thamks for this video

  • @user-yx5rp4ct1d
    @user-yx5rp4ct1d Рік тому

    Thank you sir for 80$ saved today.

  • @aldoamparo01
    @aldoamparo01 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the video. At least now I have an idea how to install it on my house... I was gonna hire a guy.. but then again why waste money. I'ma try it myself... Thanks.

  • @MiguelHernandez-rw4xu
    @MiguelHernandez-rw4xu 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome, thanks

  • @charismacolada9846
    @charismacolada9846 Рік тому

    Looks super easy!!! Ty

  • @erichines7286
    @erichines7286 Рік тому

    Thank you! I actually did it!

  • @britneythornton3397
    @britneythornton3397 Рік тому

    Thank you for the video! Any tips on the inside lock turner being stiff or not working?

  • @katrinapilgrim2837
    @katrinapilgrim2837 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much!!

  • @tamtamtamatim.4860
    @tamtamtamatim.4860 Рік тому

    Thank you so much 👍🇱🇧 🇺🇸

  • @feerouzehsaidian6806
    @feerouzehsaidian6806 Рік тому

    Thanks Coach.

  • @sonjaanderson2586
    @sonjaanderson2586 Рік тому

    I had a deadbolt rekeyed. After I re-installed it, the key would not come out after locking it. I watched your video and now it is installed correctly. My sincere thanks!

  • @augustinelinlin
    @augustinelinlin 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you Sir

  • @lianecornils6603
    @lianecornils6603 3 роки тому

    Thank You

  • @Transformers318
    @Transformers318 10 місяців тому

    Thank you!!!

  • @user-ht8kg6hl2k
    @user-ht8kg6hl2k 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much

  • @mvann5
    @mvann5 3 роки тому

    Thank you, think I can follow this! However, last time someone tried to do this for me, the lock was upside down. I now have a tool you use somehow to move keyhole around... how do you do that? thank you.

  • @kevinshuman7342
    @kevinshuman7342 3 роки тому

    Thank you

  • @LaTrec9
    @LaTrec9 Рік тому

    Good job 👏 👍 👌 🙌 😄 😀

  • @Lionrisesproductions
    @Lionrisesproductions 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much. Really appreciate this. Unrelated note, you sound like someone I know (he’s clearly not you. However, same voice tone and accent). He’ll get a kick out of this video.

  • @nettiea9384
    @nettiea9384 3 місяці тому

    Helpful

  • @andyram2595
    @andyram2595 Рік тому +1

    So I didn’t pressed in when I switch my doorknob is this why when I locked my door it’s horizontal and when it’s open it’s vertical ???

  • @rosemaryortega9879
    @rosemaryortega9879 Рік тому

    I need 2 do this on 3 of my doors! Thx :-)

  • @mikeybrown513
    @mikeybrown513 2 роки тому +2

    Looks like you can see through wood cause I could not get the screws on the lower handle to align. And I also tried the long setting.

    • @johnhurd3257
      @johnhurd3257 2 роки тому

      I had the same problem yesterday.

    • @SBabiLuv
      @SBabiLuv Рік тому

      I’m having that problem right now. I’ve re installed and uninstalled it so many times and every time it doesn’t line up.

  • @deadrabitsps3212
    @deadrabitsps3212 Рік тому

    Thanks

  • @mrmicro22
    @mrmicro22 3 місяці тому

    Great! Might as well lubricate with a dry graphite before final assembly..

  • @mairepcod4063
    @mairepcod4063 3 місяці тому

    Thanks,

  • @Fabester71
    @Fabester71 3 місяці тому

    I always use longer screws than what comes in the set.

  • @greg7281
    @greg7281 Місяць тому

    Is there a trick to lining up the bolts on the door knob

  • @1teodorico
    @1teodorico Рік тому

    The knob/locking portion came off right away, but the old deadbolt where the key goes with the spoke that goes into the hole wouldn't separate from the mechanism or the door. I think it's just old and stuck and if I whack it with a hammer it should come out, but I was wondering if that sound right before I hit anything. Can someone help?

  • @ayiti2382
    @ayiti2382 2 роки тому

    Will it work on a bedroom door?

  • @kieranbricker3278
    @kieranbricker3278 4 роки тому +2

    You actually should have used that new deadbolt plate with the 4 screws 2 regular screws and 2 long security screws

  • @sappho7278
    @sappho7278 Рік тому

    does it come with new keys?

  • @Lonewolf-ui5bu
    @Lonewolf-ui5bu Рік тому

    Well looks like I know what I'm doing tomorrow

  • @michaelguzman4136
    @michaelguzman4136 4 місяці тому

    I’m guessing the knobs and deadbolts come with a key?

  • @youtubingbabs
    @youtubingbabs Рік тому +1

    Is this video by Mark Ruffalo? Sounds like him. Lol

  • @ericatalk4441
    @ericatalk4441 Рік тому

    This video made me way too confident lol. My knob is in the right place but it’s not locking. Omg help me 😔😔😔

  • @barbarasaunders2160
    @barbarasaunders2160 Рік тому

    My doorknob lock seems upside down from the deadbolt lock but it doesn’t fit if I try to do it the other way. Now instead of putting the key in the deadbolt and straight to the doorknob, I have to turn the key upside down🤷🏾‍♀️

  • @Lytyrs2go
    @Lytyrs2go 2 роки тому

    We are unable to remove the lock after removing the front and back knobs. The lock spins in place, but does not slide out. It’s the Defiant door lock and deadbolt.

  • @robertevans1343
    @robertevans1343 8 місяців тому

    👍🏾

  • @chrisrees7054
    @chrisrees7054 9 місяців тому +7

    If you are really lazy, you can buy another house 😅

  • @lynnwilson1797
    @lynnwilson1797 3 роки тому

    OK IF you buy a "kwikset". Not so much for any other brand

  • @peachespeaches4920
    @peachespeaches4920 2 роки тому

    Why wouldn't you explain the complications of when the inside door knob want just slide on and then the problem with lining the holes together. I wish I would have never saw this video and just paid someone to do it for me you made it look so easy like I could really do it but you didn't explain everything

  • @gianellicapone8740
    @gianellicapone8740 2 роки тому +1

    Stay away from skechers.

  • @yargeht
    @yargeht 29 днів тому

    If the new knob was put into an ass (mine) for a period of 5 hours is it still okay to use as a normal door knob?

  • @sideswipelucas4941
    @sideswipelucas4941 Рік тому

    Be honest, who came up here to see how to replace your own door knob cuz you didn’t know how to. 🙋🏽‍♂️

  • @ravee-eh4dd
    @ravee-eh4dd Рік тому

    Hardest thing to do in life

  • @nannettebattista6224
    @nannettebattista6224 3 роки тому

    Splendidly to see Woodprix have new plans which helped me save some money and energy for this construction.

  • @crazykick680
    @crazykick680 4 роки тому +1

    Who disliked this video ? 😂

    • @mialassy4638
      @mialassy4638 4 роки тому +4

      Lol, probably the locksmiths😂

    • @kbanghart
      @kbanghart 3 роки тому

      Thieves

    • @Mandy_39
      @Mandy_39 3 роки тому +1

      Probably the ppl who put the locking plate inside the door the wrong way because he forgot to mention it won't latch if you put it in the opposite direction lol! That slanted bezel has to go towards the door so it can shut. I always watch 2 videos to make sure the 1st one didn't miss something. This case this was the 2nd, thank goodness I watched the 1st lol!

    • @kbanghart
      @kbanghart 3 роки тому

      @@Mandy_39 Mmm Yes I found that out as well 😁

    • @kbanghart
      @kbanghart 3 роки тому

      @@Mandy_39 after I got mine installed correctly, I noticed that the lever to lock is a bit loose, but it functions so I'm happy for now.

  • @sujansen3051
    @sujansen3051 4 роки тому +2

    Man,u only reply back to women.

  • @lucasb1324
    @lucasb1324 2 роки тому

    Has anyone in the world ever thought that if it burns on the inside of a door with a knob, it is impossible to open the door because the skin `melts` off the hand!