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Door Handle Replacement It's worth replacing door handles if you don't like the way they look or if they're difficult to use. Installing the new handle on your door is easy if you have patience. Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates which hide the screws for an attractive look. If your new handle does not have them already connected, you'll have to attach them separately. Remove the old handle Door handles are not only essential for aesthetics of your home but they're also essential for security as they let you lock and unlock your door. As time passes the door handle can become loose or feel loose. It might be beginning to appear worn out and old. This is an indication that it's time for a replacement. One of the first indications that your door handle needs replacing is when it becomes difficult to operate. This is a serious issue since you won't be able to lock or unlock the door which could put you and your family at risk. Another reason to replace your door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle is risky, particularly for children and elderly family members who may struggle to open it. They could be trapped. Luckily, it's quite simple to fix a damaged door handle by replacing the handle that was broken. Most modern door handles are a standard size, so they will fit on any door. If you're unsure if the new door handle you're buying will work, try removing the old one and measuring its housing holes. This will help you purchase the right size door handle. The most straightforward method to take off the door handle you have been using is to unscrew it from the door. Usually it is a matter of using a screwdriver. However some door handles have a cover plate that conceals the mounting screws so you'll have to cut off this to reach the screws beneath. Once you have removed the old handle, take note of the way the spindle is positioned so that you can be sure to align it when you install the new one. Alternately, you can take off the door handle by removing it from the latch mechanism. You can make use of a screwdriver to take off the door handle. However, you'll need to locate the small latch that is located on the edge of the trim piece. After you have removed the latch, you can remove the handle from the strike plate and then the latch from the door edge. Remove the Strike Plate When you replace the handle, you'll need to replace the latch plate, which holds the hole that the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The new handles will come with two latch plates which are a circular and a rectangular plate (see the image above which shows the various parts of the door handle). If your current latch plate has rectangular in shape, swap it out for the round one, so that the latch hooks onto the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle easier to operate. The first step is to remove the screw that is holding the latch plate. The screws are often quite tight and require a fair amount of force to loosen them. If you can, it might be helpful to have another person assist with this part. After the screws have been removed, the latch plate should pull out of the door with ease. If the latch plate is stuck or doesn't move, use a small file to scrape the edges. This will sometimes free the plate. You can now move on to preparing the new door strike plate for installation. Using the wood screws that came with the new handles, attach the latch plate to the inside of the doorjamb. Don't over tighten your screws as this could damage the strike plate. If repairmywindowsanddoors if the latch plate is in the right position You can try closing and then opening the door to see whether it locks and closes correctly. If not you'll need to adjust the strike plate up or down, or move it forward or back, until the door closes and latches correctly. If the door is moving or jiggling, you may need to enlarge the hole for latching in the strike plate. This is more frequent with older doors, but could also be caused by wear and tear, hinge mortises that are not deep enough or the wrong size for the latch, or because of a broken or damaged strike plate that is damaged or broken. If this is the situation then you should use a filing made of metal instead of a chisel, or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Take off the Latch The latch is a bent metal piece which slides in and out of a hole on the inside of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes the latch forward and allows you to open the door. It also hooks into an opening in the door frame to ensure that the door stays closed. If your door is wiggles when you close it, replacing the latch might be the only thing needed to correct the issue. It's difficult to identify the screws that hold the latch to the door, but there's usually a small hole on the trim plate that allows you to insert a screwdriver into the slot and pry it off. After you've removed your trim plate, it should be simple to take off the latch and the remaining bolts that hold the spindle and latch in place. If the latch doesn't easily be released you can try using a paper clip or a tool to spring it loose from the handle mechanism. Insert the item in the recessed slot of the latch and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel the handle and latch begin to split. You may have to repeat this procedure several times before you can take the latch off. After the old latch has been removed, you should be able to move the new latch into the slot without problems. Make sure that the latch is correctly positioned in the slot and aligned with the screw chambers and then use your new screws to attach it to the strike plate and door frame. Before installing the new handle, be sure to measure your existing backset (the distance from the centre of the large hole on the front of the door to the edge). Make sure that the size of the latch of the new handle is equal to the measurement. If you're replacing the handle or latch or handle, or if the old lock cylinder is damaged then you'll need a new one. If you're not changing locks, a new lock should fit inside your existing recess, and also work with the keys you have already. Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates to match your existing handles. Then remove the Cover Plate You can replace your old door handles with a contemporary rose and lever designs to improve the look of your house. You can purchase complete sets that include privacy adaptors, escutcheons, and escutcheons. The first step in replacing the door handle inside is to remove the cover plate or rose, which covers the screws and mechanism inside. Find an release tab on the plate, and make use of a flathead screwdriver to lift it off the knob. It could have an opening along one side or be secured by pins. Remove the screw holding the interior handle and set it aside once the cover plate has been removed. Remove the screws that hold both the inner and outer plates. You can loosen them by using the help of a Philips Screwdriver. Then, take the inner plates and latch plate from the door and put them aside. Not all doors have this gap. If yours does not have a handle, you'll need to drill a hole into the door. This is the same process for opening a locked door, but you will need to be extra careful not to damage the frame or door. Installing new door knob screws is necessary after holes have been drilled. Be sure to purchase the same size as the previous ones, so that you don't end up with a handle that's too tight or too loose. You'll also need to install a new latch plate and strike rod that aren't part of most door handle sets. If you're in search of a reliable replacement set of interior door handles Try the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome finish handle set. It's a factory-fit product and has been praised with hundreds of five-star reviews. It's an excellent choice for replacing worn or damaged door handle hardware in the interior of your Chevy HHR.