Cost to Replace Door Handle? Should I do it on my own?
#1
08-04-09, 12:08 PM
Cost to Replace Door Handle? Should I do it on my own?
Just had a locksmith out. He took apart my door handle (it was not opening from the outside because the latch was loose...the part you put your thumb on) and a piece fell out because it was cracked.
He said the entire door handle needs to be replaced and will cost $400 with installation.
This was a ridiculously small piece that I find hard to believe can't be bought at a store. It was basically the piece that would allow when your thumb pushes to open the actual door.
It looks like the this one but is definitely cheaper.
Thanks.
Baldwin Images Collection Blakely Escutcheon Door Handle
He said the entire door handle needs to be replaced and will cost $400 with installation.
This was a ridiculously small piece that I find hard to believe can't be bought at a store. It was basically the piece that would allow when your thumb pushes to open the actual door.
It looks like the this one but is definitely cheaper.
Thanks.
Baldwin Images Collection Blakely Escutcheon Door Handle
#2
08-04-09, 03:58 PM
Depends on its' age and who made it. Quality manufacturers usually have parts for years, cheapos rarely have parts. Baldwin should have parts going back more than a few years. They make a quality product. Try another locksmith, one that advertises parts.
