Windows Won't Lock - Super Easy Fix!

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  • Опубліковано 9 кві 2016
  • Do you have replacement windows in your house that won't lock properly? We'll show you how to fix your problem in just a few minutes. This works for Andersen, Pella, Marvin, Alside, Simonton, and most other replacement window brands.
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    Have fun out there!

КОМЕНТАРІ • 415

  • @loislexlane285
    @loislexlane285 4 роки тому +22

    3am. In Quarantine. I’m tired. Thank you your a lifesaver!

  • @iwant2pantsyou
    @iwant2pantsyou 6 років тому +64

    God bless you Sir! You just made a scared old lady sleep better at night...and this video probably has saved lives! Maybe even mine. My problem was #1 the most common...the 75 percent

  • @missymcclanahan5736
    @missymcclanahan5736 3 роки тому +27

    I’ve had a window that wouldn’t close for three years. Another one started doing the same thing. One minute and 28 seconds later both windows are fixed !! Thank you !

  • @ArchNemesis314
    @ArchNemesis314 3 роки тому +11

    I was having the first problem in a new house. God bless the internet

  • @kayla206
    @kayla206 7 років тому +86

    omg the first thing worked!! thank you! I didn't even realize the top part slid.

    • @21fnasser
      @21fnasser 5 років тому

      Ya big dummy

    • @kloves3lvandcckelli315
      @kloves3lvandcckelli315 5 років тому +5

      Fnasser like you’re so smart

    • @hilanderson7738
      @hilanderson7738 5 років тому +4

      Me either. I would have been here all night trying to lock that stupid thing!

    • @eddyvideostar
      @eddyvideostar 3 роки тому

      Kayla P: I wish I could believe that you didn't know that the top part would slide.

    • @vb7000
      @vb7000 3 роки тому +1

      SAME!!!! So satisfying, after half an hour of frustration and a neighbour calling over cos she thought my hand was stuck in the window. 🥳

  • @haleybell5462
    @haleybell5462 3 роки тому +20

    Just finished watching Night Stalker & my roommate & I all of a sudden became concerned about the 4 windows in our place that would never lock. First solution worked all the way around. Going to sleep better now 😂

    • @mariela1486
      @mariela1486 3 роки тому +1

      That's me rn and my window locks aren't working 😂😂

    • @Shreksarmpit8870
      @Shreksarmpit8870 2 роки тому

      I cracked up when I saw this, was watching night stalker last night and thats why I’m watching this😂

  • @ahadu6532
    @ahadu6532 Рік тому +2

    Called the window company to fix the window lock, but I did it by myself after I watched this video. Thanks a million times!!!

  • @Carbonelight
    @Carbonelight 4 роки тому +24

    I just moved into a new house and the windows not closing was one of the issues I wanted fixed. I had 3 professionals look at the issue to no avail. After watching your video, i was able to easily understand the problem and fix it. Truly a fantastic easy to watch video that conveys it's intended message superbly. Thanks for making it!

    • @user-ez9hd5hp4x
      @user-ez9hd5hp4x Рік тому

      the lower window does not close completely, please help me fix it. There is a gap at the top and the wind is blowing decently

  • @ChaosShadowElite
    @ChaosShadowElite 5 місяців тому +1

    Holy expletive! I thought the top portion of these windows was fixed. 7 years later... thank you! One of my two major energy efficiency issues fixed.

  • @real_real.
    @real_real. Рік тому +1

    Thanks a lot😊. I had to go to bed but my window wouldn't close. I didn't want to save my parents the trouble of dealing with it so I turned to you. The first solution worked out! Thanks again!

  • @coupedevilleokc
    @coupedevilleokc 7 років тому +4

    Yay! Who would have thought the top part of the window was not closed properly!! My husband is going to think I'm a genius!! Thank you!!!

  • @edbrady7344
    @edbrady7344 2 роки тому +1

    At the end of the video, he says, "I gaurentee that one of these will solve your problem" . I'm usually skeptical of these claims, but my skepticism was overcome by my windows now working!!! thank you

  • @jalysaparker
    @jalysaparker Рік тому +1

    We moved into our house almost 2 years ago. Barely any of the windows in our house locked, after following the steps in your videos, every single window in our house locked. We feel much safer with going on a 2 week vacation out of state this summer! Thank you so much!

  • @scarvikz732
    @scarvikz732 2 роки тому +1

    God bless you, I rent this house and and the owner told me not to open the Windows but I wanted fresh air. And when I tried to close it it didn't work I panicked and went on the internet. It worked thank you !!!

  • @ChattNCC
    @ChattNCC Рік тому +2

    Step #4 solved the issue with my window. Great video. Short, no crazy music or gimmicks; Just Solutions! Thank you.

  • @dlr100k
    @dlr100k 2 роки тому +1

    A minute into this I got up and checked my window and sure enough my top window wasn’t closed all the way. Closed it and voila it now locks. I’m such a tool! Thanks for helping solve this!!

  • @rachelm.1129
    @rachelm.1129 6 років тому +1

    You saved my sanity window dog! I say Amen and Hallelujah to the blessings from previous reviewers- you rock!!

  • @Nelly_du215
    @Nelly_du215 3 роки тому +4

    Less than 2 minutes in and problem solved. Thank you !!!

  • @arobrox
    @arobrox 4 роки тому +6

    Oh wow. I have been fighting with my window for two days now and convinced it was broken. Turns out the top part wasn’t up all the way. 🤦‍♀️ I didn’t even know it was able to come down!
    You are fantastic thank you!!!!

    • @artdogg50
      @artdogg50 2 роки тому +1

      I didn't know it moved either.

  • @mercilove
    @mercilove Рік тому +4

    THANK YOU! This was so simple yet extremely helpful. I was starting to research having the entire window replaced. This video saved the day and my wallet!

  • @keithshort688
    @keithshort688 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for this video. You are a lifesaver. Couldn't figure why my window wouldn't lock. The first solution was what fixed my problem. Somehow the top part of the window moved down a little bit and prevented my window from locking.

  • @latoyak20
    @latoyak20 Рік тому +1

    This video is a life saver. Saving for later, just in case i need it again.
    Wow...I can already feel a difference in the house!

  • @dragonsfyre7
    @dragonsfyre7 4 місяці тому +1

    That first one absolutely worked. You're the best.

  • @MaryVaughnMusic
    @MaryVaughnMusic 8 місяців тому

    Moved into a new apartment first floor so was worried about my window not locking -- but it was the first fix all along! Just had to stand on something to close the top and wahlah! It locks. THANK YOU.

  • @rabidbunnies098
    @rabidbunnies098 2 роки тому +1

    I came on here to like your video and say a big thank you!!!! This video saved me time, money and sanity! 🥰

  • @masonw6361
    @masonw6361 3 роки тому +3

    This guy's a genius. The very first "problem" he mentioned fixed mine. It wasn't locking because the top part (the other side in my case-horizontal sliding) was not closed all the way. 👍

  • @arasor5570
    @arasor5570 5 років тому +2

    The first one worked! Thank you so much for posting this, it was driving me mad why my bathroom window wouldn’t lock. Such a simple fix!

  • @hsharif2
    @hsharif2 Рік тому

    The window dog is the king! On the coldest day of the year this pup saved me

  • @MariMari-vq8hl
    @MariMari-vq8hl 5 років тому +2

    Thank you! Replaced our windows and barely ever opened them and tonight, I was worried my child’s windows would be unlocked and there was no way I’d be able to sleep well but the first solution of making sure the top part was slid up correctly and snug solved the issue before making a call to the company! 😅 Many thumbs up! 🙏🏼👍🏼

  • @johnmcguire7884
    @johnmcguire7884 4 роки тому +2

    Saved my life- finally i can get some sleep despite all the cars passing by! Thank you thank you thank you!

  • @anniemilakovic7683
    @anniemilakovic7683 2 роки тому

    Another happy viewer here - problem 4 was us! Sliding the window back into place while putting inward pressure on it did the trick! I can't believe it, we've had an unlocked window for 2 years! Thank you!!

  • @user-qk9mo9tk1t
    @user-qk9mo9tk1t 6 років тому +6

    Super helpful! I was super frustrated with my window not closing, and the solution was so easy! Thank you so much!

  • @svetlana4015
    @svetlana4015 7 років тому +4

    Thank you so very very VERY much! I didn't know the top part of the window can move. After 2 hours of straggle I found your video and was able to close my window in 10 seconds!

  • @artdogg50
    @artdogg50 2 роки тому

    Much appreciated. Turns out problem #1 was the issue. Now I don't have to call anyone out like I thought I would. 👍🏿

  • @elisabethmccawley1289
    @elisabethmccawley1289 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for this video. I have been trying to fix three windows in my house for a number of years. The last solution you proposed was golden. All of my windows are now buttoned up for the winter. No nasty draft. So grateful.

  • @ChristinaPauley
    @ChristinaPauley 7 років тому +2

    Thank you for this video! The very first option ended up being the problem. I never would have guessed that the top had come open!

  • @nbadraft08
    @nbadraft08 4 роки тому +1

    THANK YOU. I was getting so angry with these damn windows. Just needed to check the top part, which wasn’t fully closed. I apologize on behalf of all customers who call with these stupid problems, but I also think that during installation process installers should overtly say “check out this video” or “check this website really quick” if you’re having any problems. Would save everyone time, money, and stress.

  • @sharlenateresko1129
    @sharlenateresko1129 Рік тому

    I just tried Problem 1 and like magic!! My windows locked!! Thank You..Awesome Window Guy🙂

  • @desireef200
    @desireef200 7 років тому +1

    Thank you for this, been fighting my windows for days in the middle of winter! My heating bills thank you too 😄

  • @blgreen
    @blgreen Місяць тому

    Adjusting the keeper was what worked for me! Thank you!!

  • @anitaw7275
    @anitaw7275 6 років тому +1

    Thank you so much for posting this...like so many others, the first tip fixed the problem. I will feel safer (and probably warmer this winter.

  • @firstnamelastname4869
    @firstnamelastname4869 Рік тому

    Literally thank you so much. I was afraid to go to sleep tonight with my bedroom window not latching. One bruised finger later, its fixed!!!! Youre a life saver!

  • @stephonoh21
    @stephonoh21 4 роки тому

    Literally solved all my problems in 1min 30 sec. Thank you!!

  • @noahbagarinao3622
    @noahbagarinao3622 8 місяців тому +2

    I love how simple this video was made and straight to the point. Was the exact answer to my question👍

  • @giocioffi5850
    @giocioffi5850 Рік тому

    I just fixed the problem in 1 minute and 28 seconds. Thank you so much!!

  • @electroncreations5724
    @electroncreations5724 Рік тому

    Number-1 did the trick! You just saved me some headaches! Many Thanks!

  • @theresakirschnick4730
    @theresakirschnick4730 Рік тому

    I fell into the 75% group! After your suggestion to check that the top window was all the way up…I was good! Thank you!!!

  • @panatha13
    @panatha13 4 роки тому +1

    Thought I needed new locks (best case scenario) or new windows. It turned out to be such a simple fix, thank you so much!

  • @Colorado4esh
    @Colorado4esh 3 роки тому

    First solution right away! WOW!!! Thank you for this!!!

  • @ryantuck5716
    @ryantuck5716 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome thanks so much for this video it was problem #1 for my 10 windows of a house I just bought. This saved me by my account $1000 to get them looked at and fixed by a window repair person. Thank you so much I am very grateful it was so easy to do!

  • @lindsaybytof955
    @lindsaybytof955 3 роки тому

    This absolutely worked and fixed my issue! Pushing up the top part - didn't even think of that.

  • @LutraWintersky
    @LutraWintersky 2 роки тому

    The first one worked! Thanks for saving me money and headaches!

  • @MegaGivenGrace
    @MegaGivenGrace 5 років тому +3

    Thank you so much!!! I had 2 on the ground floor that wouldn't lock and it is almost night. I was getting a little concerned. I live alone! #1 is what worked for me.
    Phew.

  • @steverodriguez2582
    @steverodriguez2582 2 роки тому

    My issue was the interlocks. Used a set of pliers to pull them out a bit and it definitely did the trick. Thank you WindowDog!

  • @B.I.G.S.T.E.V.E.513
    @B.I.G.S.T.E.V.E.513 Рік тому

    All I can say is thank you. You saved me alot of money 💰.

  • @shaylahealinglight
    @shaylahealinglight 4 роки тому

    Bless this man!! Number 1 was the problem

  • @wboopp
    @wboopp 7 місяців тому

    One of the best solutions video that right to the point to help fixing the windows issue. Thank you!

  • @sheemajones8296
    @sheemajones8296 3 роки тому

    Amazing...worked the first try! Thank you😊

  • @system2thinker659
    @system2thinker659 Рік тому

    Thanks a million! This new Ply Gem window required me to hold the lock down while shutting it. Seems like a huge design flaw but now locks. Thanks.

  • @sarasponda8028
    @sarasponda8028 6 років тому +2

    Thank you! The first solution worked liked a charm!

  • @bonnieb8105
    @bonnieb8105 5 років тому

    THANK YOU! I watched the entire video and started with the first method, but my top was already fully up, but when I tilted the bottom out, and checked and found nothing in the way of the sides, I re snapped the bottom into place and the locks ALIGNED! (I had just pulled them out to wash both top and bottom, & previously didn't engage the bottom fully!) Appreciate this video!

  • @kristing9148
    @kristing9148 Рік тому

    Thank you!!!!! Fixed my problem in 30 seconds!

  • @NicolePalmeter
    @NicolePalmeter 3 роки тому

    Option #5 fixed our problem. We had bought a house and 4 out of 7 wouldn't shut all the way. After cleaning out years of dirt from the sill and that locking channel, with a little oomph we got them all to shut and lock. Thank you!!

  • @musicman1685
    @musicman1685 3 роки тому

    Great job! I could not figure this out to save my life!!! Thank you!!! Great info...

  • @reneea7811
    @reneea7811 3 роки тому

    THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Turns out my problem was with the screws and I'm so glad you helped me fix the problem on my own!!!

  • @irenefriedman3529
    @irenefriedman3529 Рік тому

    Thank you so much! I could not get my window to lock. I tried your solution to Problem #1 and it worked! The top part was not up all the way! I appreciate the help.

  • @KellyGirl117
    @KellyGirl117 4 роки тому

    This video has helped me fix my window two times over the past few years. The first solution worked both times. I forgot how I fixed the window years ago, found this video again and fixed it again. Thank you!!!!!!!!

  • @kmlaclair
    @kmlaclair 3 роки тому

    Amazing, first trick worked, this was beyond helpful!!!

  • @jasone.5250
    @jasone.5250 5 років тому +2

    Thanks a million for this video. Mine was one of the 75% that mentioned in the first few minutes👍

  • @laneyhobgood8801
    @laneyhobgood8801 11 місяців тому

    The very first solution fixed my issue! Thank you so much!

  • @krisputnam2143
    @krisputnam2143 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent video , well explained, solved many of my problems!

  • @shaylahealinglight
    @shaylahealinglight 5 років тому

    Omg my bedroom window has been open for years because I thought the lock was broke lol. Luckily I have been safe. But when my dining room window just started to do the same that’s when I began to worry. I am sooooo grateful for this video!!! Thank you thank you thank you 🙏

  • @user-tp4et1tn1t
    @user-tp4et1tn1t 11 місяців тому

    Wow--I was able to fix my problem with 2 windows after watching this video. I'm amazed!

  • @captaincaveman2400
    @captaincaveman2400 2 роки тому

    This man is a life saver. 🙌

  • @kylie9871
    @kylie9871 6 місяців тому

    This video just saved my sanity! Thank you!

  • @remmer7010
    @remmer7010 7 років тому +7

    God bless you Window Dog!!!! I've been fighting with this window for almost a week. I would like this video a million times if I could since that window was really pissing me off.

    • @anitay1599
      @anitay1599 7 років тому +1

      Omg! That's EXACTLY how we felt! I'm so glad I found this video before my husband did any real damage to the window trying to lock it.

  • @bjasasra
    @bjasasra Рік тому

    Solution #2, solved my problem which I was hassling with it for few years, thanks so much sir, you are great

  • @jcap3792
    @jcap3792 5 років тому

    Made my family safer. Thanks. Definitely got a subscriber

  • @pursedangler
    @pursedangler 7 років тому

    Thanks so much. Very clear and concise explanation, and the second one did the trick. Bravo.

  • @selimkopuz2029
    @selimkopuz2029 5 років тому

    I cant believe the first solution worked....... I really appreciate this

  • @DD-jb8mq
    @DD-jb8mq 6 років тому

    Thank you for taking the time to make this, fixed my problem :)

  • @starshinegirl8519
    @starshinegirl8519 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you sooooo much! God Bless you and your company.

  • @june6231
    @june6231 5 років тому

    Thank you sooooo much! I got my window fixed right away for the first try! !!

  • @traceydooling3189
    @traceydooling3189 Рік тому

    Awesome! It was the window lock alignment. Thank you.

  • @abhishektripathi27
    @abhishektripathi27 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the wonderful video. The very first solution worked as you mentioned.

  • @wen7039
    @wen7039 4 роки тому +1

    This video was a GOD sent thank you!!

  • @derrekabarnard5729
    @derrekabarnard5729 10 місяців тому

    Omg, thank you so much!!! The first option was the simple solution to locking my window!!

  • @scottelder4603
    @scottelder4603 Рік тому

    Thank you! Fixed my window in 10 seconds!

  • @karatejoshb
    @karatejoshb Рік тому

    By far the quickest solution to any problem I’ve ever had after turning to the internet

  • @samanthabernardo2529
    @samanthabernardo2529 9 місяців тому

    thank you!!!!! first solution fixed all our windows that wouldn’t latch. i will sleep so much better tonight

  • @raayfrancy
    @raayfrancy 5 років тому +2

    You gave me back my peace of mind within 1:25s .. thank you! 😭😭

  • @michaelhanley5536
    @michaelhanley5536 3 роки тому

    The first step worked, thanks!

  • @mirandaessig8075
    @mirandaessig8075 Рік тому

    I definitely don't know anything about stuff like this, and hate having to ask for help because I don't like feeling and or looking stupid. Thank you so much for making this video!

  • @ginodc5944
    @ginodc5944 4 роки тому

    Straight to the point. Thanks man!

  • @Canoecamper
    @Canoecamper Рік тому

    You are very good at explaining these issues!

  • @janisfoxdavis8108
    @janisfoxdavis8108 4 роки тому

    Brilliantly done! Thanks, Window Dog🐾🐾🖤🖤

  • @rohitdhakal1750
    @rohitdhakal1750 3 роки тому

    The first thing worked right away. Thank you😊

  • @DanPellegrino486
    @DanPellegrino486 7 років тому

    Many thanks.
    Previous tenants must have had AC's in windows I didn't and messed up a few things. All locked up now!

  • @tikikettell3598
    @tikikettell3598 3 роки тому

    The first one worked. Thank you so much!!!!!

  • @balimysore
    @balimysore 6 років тому

    First thing worked! Wish I found this earlier. Thanks a lot Sir.