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Door Handle Replacement Door handles seem like something minor, but if you dislike the way they look or find them difficult to use, it's worth replacing them. With a little patience, you can put in a new handle in no time. Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates which hide the screws for a more attractive appearance. However, you'll need to attach them separately if the new handle doesn't already have them. Remove the old handle The door handle isn't only a decoration for your home, but it's also an important safety feature that lets you to lock and unlock the door. As time passes the door handle can become loose or feel loose. It could also begin to look old and worn. This is a good indication that it's time to replace the door handle. One of the first indications that your door handle is in need of replacing is when it becomes difficult to operate. This is a serious issue as you will no longer be able to lock or unlock the door which could put your family and yourself at risk. Another reason to replace your door handle is when it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle can be very dangerous, especially in the event that your children or senior family members are unable to open it and could get trapped inside. Luckily, it's quite easy to fix a broken door handle by replacing the handle that was broken. The majority of modern door handles are a standard size and therefore will fit on any door. If you're not sure whether your new door handle will work, try removing the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will allow you to buy the right door handle. The easiest way to take off the door handle you have been using is to take it off of the door. This is usually done using the screw driver. However certain door handles come with the cover plate which hides the mounting screws so you'll need to pry off this cover plate to get access to the screws underneath. After you have removed the old handle, make a note of the way in which the spindle is attached. This will aid in aligning the new handle. You can also remove the door handle by removing the latch mechanism. This is usually done using the screwdriver, but you'll need to locate the small latch, which is located on the edge of the trim piece. After taking off the latch, remove the handle and strike plate. Then remove the latch from the door's edge. Remove the Strike Plate You'll need to replace the latch plate when you replace the handle. It's the plate that holds the hole through which the latch of the door hooks when the door is closed. The new handles will have two latch plates that are circular and rectangular plate (see the image above which shows the various parts of a door handle). If your current latch plate has a rectangular shape, switch it over to the round one, so that the latch hooks onto the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle more comfortable to use. The first step is to unhook the screw that holds the latch plate. These screws can be quite tight, and may require some force to loosen. It may be helpful to have a second person help with this part if possible. Once the screws are removed, the latch plate should slide out of the door with ease. If it is stuck or doesn't move using a nail file to scrape around the edges of the latch plate. This can sometimes open the plate up. You can now move on to creating the new door strike plate to be installed. Utilizing the wood screws that came with your new handles, attach the latch plate to the inside of the doorjamb. Be careful not to tighten too much the screws, as this may damage the strike plate. If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in its correct position, shut and open the door to determine if it latches and closes correctly. If not then you'll have to adjust the strike plate up or down, or even forward or back until the door closes and latches correctly. If the door continues to move or jiggles, then you may need to increase the size of your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more frequent for older doors, but could also be caused by wear and tear, hinge mortises that are not deep enough or are not sized correctly for the latch, or due to a broken or damaged strike plate. If this is the case you can use a metal file instead of a chisel, or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Remove the Latch The latch is a curved metal piece which slides in and out of a hole on the inside of your door. The latch is pushed forward when you turn the handle. It also hooks into an opening in the door frame so that the door stays closed. If your door wobbles when you close, replacing the latch could be all you need to fix the issue. upvc replacement door handles that support the door latch are difficult to locate, but you can usually insert a screwdriver into an insignificant hole on the trim plate and pry the latch off. After you've removed the trim plate, it will be simple to remove the latch and the bolts that keep the spindle and latch in place. If the latch is not easily removed using a paperclip or tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the recessed slot of the latch and gently twist it or jiggle until you feel that the latch and handle begin to break off. It is possible to repeat this process several times before you can take the latch off. It should be possible to slide the new latch into its slot without issues once you have removed the old one. Use your new screws to secure the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure it is properly positioned in the slot and aligned with the screw chambers. Check the backset of the current handle (the distance between the center of the large hole on the front of the door and the edge) before installing the new handle. Make sure that the size of the latch of the new handle is in line with the measurement. If you are replacing the handle or latch or handle, or if your previous lock cylinder is damaged, then you'll need an entirely new one. If you are not changing locks the new lock should fit into your existing recess, and work with the keys you have already. Make sure you select the latch with rectangular cover plates that match your old handles. Take off the cover plate Door handles can begin to look shabby with time, but if you replace them with a contemporary lever on rose design it's a simple and quick DIY and decorating project that will enhance the overall appearance of your home. You can buy complete sets of escutcheons, escutcheons, privacy adaptors and escutcheons. To replace the door handle inside, remove the cover plate (or rose), which covers the screws and inner mechanism. Utilize a flathead to take off the plate. It may have an opening on one side or be held by a pin. When the cover plate is off take the screw that holds the inside handle in place and set it aside. Remove the screws that hold both the outer and inner plates. You can loosen them with a Philips Screwdriver. Then, remove the inner plates and latch plate from the door and put them aside. Most doors have an opening between the jamb of the door and the inside edge of the frame, which allows for a handle, but not all have. If yours doesn't, you will need to drill a new hole through the door. The process for doing this is similar to the procedure for opening a door with locks, but you'll need to take extra care to avoid damaging the frame or door. Installing new screws for the door knob is necessary after the holes have been made. Choose the same size as your old screws to prevent getting the handle that is too loose or tight. You'll also need to install an additional strike rod and latch plate, which aren't included with the majority of door handle sets. Amazon's Choice FAERSI 2-piece chrome finish handle sets are a great option if you're in need of a high-quality interior door handle replacement set. It is a factory-fit and has received hundreds five-star reviews. It's an excellent option for replacing worn out or damaged door hardware on your Chevy.