Schlage dead bolt Broken?
#1
01-28-08, 06:40 AM
Schlage dead bolt Broken?
I have a double cylinder Schlage dead bolt. The key spins around the inside the lock on the inside only. The outside will lock and unlock. We have 5 entry doors to our home and would like to keep one key total. Is there a way to fix a dead bolt aftrer this happens? I have gotten the screw caps removed already and am able to get the lock out. Another question, can I get a new lock keyed like the existing?
Thanks
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#2
01-28-08, 07:00 AM
Super Moderator
broken
Hi harp
Its probably the connecting pieces between the cylinders. Take the parts to any locksmith shop, they'd probably be able to fix it for a few bucks.
If not,then, yes, you could buy a new deadbolt and have it re-keyed to match the existing keys. You could have that done at the same locksmith shop, or go to any good hardware store/home center for a few bucks less.
Its probably the connecting pieces between the cylinders. Take the parts to any locksmith shop, they'd probably be able to fix it for a few bucks.
If not,then, yes, you could buy a new deadbolt and have it re-keyed to match the existing keys. You could have that done at the same locksmith shop, or go to any good hardware store/home center for a few bucks less.
#3
01-31-08, 04:07 PM
I went to Home Depot and bought a new Schlage lock. They fitted it for the same key for no charge! I spent only the cost of the lock. I would suspect that Lowe's would do the same. Thanks for all the help. I'll come back often and do what I can to help others.
