{"product_id":"upvc-door-lock-adjustment","title":"uPVC Door Lock Adjustment — Realign \u0026 Recalibrate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoor sticking, hard to lock, or only locking when lifted high? Fixed price £65.\u003c\/strong\u003e uPVC doors drop over time — the weight settles on the hinges and the locking points no longer line up with the keeps in the frame. The fix is usually a 30-minute realignment, not a new lock or door.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection of hinges, locking points and frame keeps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinge and compression adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLubrication of mechanism and rollers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest of all locking points and handle operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvice on long-term wear patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePricing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFixed price \u003cstrong\u003e£65\u003c\/strong\u003e per visit. If the inspection reveals the gearbox or mechanism is worn beyond adjustment, we'll quote separately for replacement before doing any further work. \u003cstrong\u003eNo VAT and no call-out fee\u003c\/strong\u003e — the price you see is the price you pay. Parts and labour are included unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy has my uPVC door suddenly become hard to lock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost commonly: hinges have settled, weather has expanded the frame, or the multi-point mechanism is wearing. We diagnose all three.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I need a new door?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlmost never. The vast majority of 'broken' uPVC doors just need adjustment or a single component swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 30–45 minutes for a straightforward adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eService area \u0026amp; guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe serve \u003cstrong\u003ePreston, Lancashire\u003c\/strong\u003e and the surrounding PR postcode area. Same-day and emergency appointments available. All work is carried out by a fully insured local locksmith — no national call-centre middlemen. All our work is backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBook online by selecting your option and adding to cart, or call us on \u003cstrong\u003e07786 917834\u003c\/strong\u003e for advice and emergency callouts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winckley Locksmiths","offers":[{"title":"Standard Adjustment Visit","offer_id":58152839774589,"sku":"LF-UPVC-ADJUST","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/2133\/9005\/files\/uPVCDoorLockAdjustmentRealign_Recal.png?v=1778505716","url":"https:\/\/winckleylocksmiths.co.uk\/products\/upvc-door-lock-adjustment","provider":"Winckley Locksmiths","version":"1.0","type":"link"}