Deadbolt
Guides tagged "Deadbolt".
2 guides
Home & DIY
Why Is My Deadbolt Key Hard to Turn?
A hard-to-turn deadbolt key may indicate frame binding when closed or installation tension; Kwikset documents a key-turn test for SmartCode mounting-plate tension.
Home & DIY
Why Does My Deadbolt Work With the Door Open but Not Closed?
A deadbolt that moves with the door open but binds when closed points to alignment of the bolt and strike; Kwikset documents this test for SmartCode models.