Quick Fix: Open and Replace a Stuck UPVC Window Lock in Minutes

How to open a jammed or locked upvc window lock. A locking window handle that won't open can be easily unlocked using basic DIY tools. If your espag window lock is seized and the handle is stuck, you can open the locked handle by using the belt clip of a measuring tape to unlock the jammed locking mechanism. Step by step instructions show how to unlock and replace a jammed window handle.
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[@r1273m]

Absolutely brilliant. Calling out a D/G fitter costs a fortune these days. Thanks for posting.

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks for the great feedback. I'm glad you found it useful 🙂

[@msmoneypenny087]

I was able to get my locks off myself and replacing them after this video

[@bigtedshome]

@@msmoneypenny087 I'm glad you found the video helpful 🙂

[@possys2]

BRILLIANT just done this and is worked perfect, didnt even need a new handle. bit of wd40

[@bigtedshome]

That's great 👍

[@ziadmannan1681]

Amazing! I've had several widows just jam up like this and tried lots of different things but nothing worked. This worked a charm! Thanks mate.

[@bigtedshome]

You're welcome 🙂

[@shariholden1073]

Thanks very much. Managed it with a trowel in the end but same premise! So quick!

[@bigtedshome]

That's great. Any fairly strong, thin object that fits into the gap will work 🙂

[@Septimus111]

Marvellous - I tried with a credit card and a thin-bladed knife but you are right, the belt clip from the rule worked perfectly. Thanks.

[@bigtedshome]

@@Septimus111 I think the extra leverage helps. I'm glad you found the video helpful 🙂

[@prittkalsi6636]

tried it and it worked

[@bigtedshome]

I'm glad you found it useful 🙂

[@VV-qq9rs]

Many thanks for sharing❤

[@bigtedshome]

You're welcome 😊

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍 May this Christmas bring you blessings and happiness 🤗

[@sheelz321]

Thanks for this. My bedroom window handle wouldn’t open at all to allow me access to the screws. I used an old plastic card to unjam it. I’m waiting for replacement handle to arrive.

[@sheelz321]

I’ve already replaced two handles on other windows today. I’ve probably saved myself a fair bit of money

[@bigtedshome]

I'm glad you found the video helpful 🙂

[@marykirrane4327]

Thank you Big Ted.

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks Mary. I'm glad you found the video helpful 🙂

[@guymoore9200]

Thanks awesome advice 👍🏼🙏

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks Guy 👍

[@RobertDavies-t8t]

Worked like a charm. Thanks!

[@bigtedshome]

@@RobertDavies-t8t That's great! I'm glad you found the video helpful 🙂

[@Darren66860]

Very helpful video, thank you very much.

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks Darren. I'm glad you found the video useful 👍

[@talatshahzad9154]

Fantastic video thanks mate

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks for the great feedback 👍

[@octobeastX]

thanks for the video, just had to do this. i ended up using a thin guitar pick, slid right under.

[@bigtedshome]

Good idea. An old credit/store card would work as well.

[@akuaoteng9000]

This also worked for me. Thanks

[@jacquelinedoneo3362]

Window stuck but lock working

[@briangordon1767]

Just the video I needed got about 10 for these to change tomorrow thanks

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks Brian. I hope it goes well tomorrow 👍

[@jjpk4702]

Thats brilliant thank you

[@bigtedshome]

I'm glad you found it helpful 🙂

[@Prachi-jz8bi]

This worked... thank you ..

[@bigtedshome]

That's great 👍

[@GiggleBytes2011]

Yet another great informative video, Ted. Very useful indeed. Merry Christmas to you and your Family

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks for the great feedback. Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year 😃

[@yp2654]

Top guy ! Amazing

[@bigtedshome]

Cheers 👍

[@tennisphotography]

oh this has worked,.... thanks :):) now the summer is on the way...

[@bigtedshome]

Soon be time to have all the windows open 😃

[@tonycuckoo4719]

Thank you

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks Tony 👍

[@tightmeldrew]

Not all heroes wear capes. Thanks!

[@bigtedshome]

I'm glad you found the video helpful 🙂

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍.Thank you

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks Pete. Have a great Christmas 🎄

[@Steven-ly9ei]

God damn hero!

[@bigtedshome]

Thanks Steven 🙂

[@alexrice2268]

Just the job, my bathroom window jammed, picked it with an old credit card. Thanks for the info 👍

[@bigtedshome]

That's great 👍

[@Pablo-uz4bp]

Hi Ted I followed this and yes successfully I removed the old corroded (with no key0 lock, however I found I could not open the window has the new handle would not work! Any ideas? Cheers Paul

[@bigtedshome]

Try using a penetrating spray e.g. WD40 between the (non)opening window and the frame. Spray it into the gap between them and leave for a few minutes before trying to push the window open. You might need to try this several times if it's been stuck for a long time. Good luck 🙂

[@catherinecunningham1811]

That worked! But any hints for gettinh the blanking cap off? Mine seems ro ne sealed in on this particular window!

[@bigtedshome]

@@catherinecunningham1811 I used a terminal screwdriver to lever the cap off. If it's stuck, a penetrating spray (wd40) might help

[@catherinecunningham1811]

@@bigtedshome thanks, I might give that a go though I had someone look at it last night and he thinks it's sealed from the inside!

[@tabathasalmon]

Shame you can't use this trick to break into places. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@bigtedshome]

😂 Have a fantastic Christmas Tabatha 🎄

[@bmwm6661]

🙏👍🏻🙏👍🏻🙏👍🏻🙏👍🏻

[@bigtedshome]

I'm glad it worked for you 😀

[@ajstewart8210]

My lock has a bulge overlapping the gap to the side so I can only access it from below, then not all of the clip will go in or hardly wiggle due the window frame. Ideals please

[@bigtedshome]

I would try something narrower like a steel 6" rule if you have one

[@ajstewart8210]

@@bigtedshome Sorry I don't know what that is

[@bigtedshome]

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