Once you have the kit remove the lock cylinder from the door knob so you can change the pins inside.
How to change deadbolt locks on doors.
In apartment complexes this is now the most common way of changing locks on a door.
For the process you need to barely spare around ten minutes of your time and an inexpensive deadbolt lock.
Rekeying involves realigning the pins and springs in the inner workings of the lock in.
This note isn t meant for everyone.
To change a deadbolt lock start by unscrewing the old deadbolt and removing the interior and exterior faceplates.
How to change a deadbolt lock in a metal door.
Alternatively you can buy a re keying kit for the lock you already have.
Next put a new latch in and replace the door knob.
A note before installation.
Then unscrew and remove the set plate which is the piece of metal that faces the doorframe.
To change the lock on a regular door knob first use a screwdriver to remove the door knob and the old latch.
Select a lock with the same setback.
To fix this add a custom cut plate or a door reinforcer.
And if you want extra added security consider electronic door locks or even smart locks.
The handedness of most locksets can be changed by using an included tool.
Many new lock sets allow you to adjust the latch to either distance.