Door handle and lock repair or replacement Alberton

Handle tightening and adjustments run R150 to R350 per door; interior lock set replacements about R400 to R1,100 all-in; and exterior lock replacements R600 to R2,000+ depending on hardware quality. A multi-door visit typically lands between R650 and R1,800.

Usually one of two things: the lock’s internals are worn, or the door has dropped so the bolt binds against the strike plate. Both are quick fixes at this stage. Ignore it and the likely endings are a snapped key or a lock that seizes with the door shut — both urgent, both pricier.

Alignment problems and loose handles repair well. Worn lock internals on exterior doors are usually better replaced — a new quality cylinder or mortice lock costs modestly more than a repair and resets both reliability and security. Interior locks can go either way on age. It’s always worth getting a professional assessment for your specific setup in Alberton — quotes on Kandua are free.

Replacing or repairing hardware on a door you can open is handyman work. Lockouts, snapped keys in cylinders, safes, and key cutting are locksmith work. Describe the situation and you’ll be matched with the right pro — no point paying emergency locksmith rates for a handle swap.

Some do — policies may require specific lock types (like a mortice deadlock) on exterior doors for theft cover to apply fully. If a lock is being replaced anyway, it’s the perfect moment to check your policy wording and fit compliant hardware. For homeowners in Alberton, comparing a few quotes through Kandua is the quickest way to see real local pricing.