so iweant to lock my door when i'm gone out of my house. but we rent the house so i cant make any holes in the door....but i need to keep my sis out she steals everything!!! does any1 know how i can change the doorknob or buy one and change it myself or should i call a locksmith but they are pricey!
2007-03-08 08:34:04 · 7 answers · asked by p_silla1987 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
THANKs for answering it really means a lot...i hate working so hard to buy nice stuff just to get it stolen.....i appreciate all the answers
2007-03-08 09:29:53 · update #1
well i went to target and brought a new knob with a key and everything but i guess i have to drill a whole in my door to install the new one and i cant caues my landlord sucksss!!!
Well shes 22 and i'm 19...and shes the only other girl in my house so she has to be the 1 taking it
2007-03-08 13:54:02 · update #2
Go to Wal-Mart, Lowe's, Home Depot, Ace or anywhere with a home improvement department and buy a new door knob set that comes with keys. Then follow the directions closely and take out the old doorknob and put in your new one. Save the old one to put back in the door if you move so you can take your locking one with you. It is easy to change yourself if you follow the directions. I have lots of experience with guys always getting it wrong because they can't be bothered to read and actually follow the directions.
2007-03-08 08:49:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What you will be looking for in an entry door knob. (These are typically placed on the front door of a house) The below link will show you and example....
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=133357-352-F51VPLY716&lpage=none
The current knob should be removed with just a screwdriver.
The holes are standard.
The new knob should also install with just a screwdriver.
This is an easy home improvement project and should take less then half an hour.
Remember to save the orginal hardware to swap out when you move. Most landlords prefer the "hole lock" style for interior doors. (These can be unlocked from the outside with a thin rod like the inside of an ink pen.)
You should expect to spend at least $30 on the new knob however this is a small price to pay to prevent theft!
Good luck!
2007-03-08 16:50:23 · answer #2 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is a very easy fix, just go to your local hardware store Home Depot, Lows and pick a new knob with a keyed entry and take out the regular knob on your door and install the keyed entry knob on your bedroom door. so when you leave lock it like you would your front door, now the only way in is with the key that you hold.
2007-03-08 16:53:49 · answer #3 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a late comer but did you buy the right lock? Hope you bought a door knob lock and not a dead bolt...... Because you should not have to drill another hole if you bought the right one.....if you didn't return it and get the right one, you have to ask somebody were you by it. You can get a cheap one at wal-mart for around $10.00 Just remove the old one and put the new one in.........
2007-03-09 03:06:33 · answer #4 · answered by adevilchild38 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to walmart or ace. buy a door knob with locks its in that pkg and then you u take out the door knob and it gives you keys also. jsut change the locks.
2007-03-08 16:41:00 · answer #5 · answered by Andrea B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can also get it re keyed at a lock smith. Also just in case while at Lowe's get a fire proof safe. Best money in case she does get in. And did you tell your mom?? How old is she anyway??
2007-03-08 17:34:32 · answer #6 · answered by Barbara 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
looks like you got the answers you want!
2007-03-08 18:37:46 · answer #7 · answered by ask this dummy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋