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Door Handle Replacement It's worth replacing door handles if you aren't happy with the way they appear, or if they're difficult to use. With some patience, you can install an entirely new handle in a short time. Modern door handles are equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws to create a stylish appearance. However, you'll need to attach them separately if your new handle doesn't already have them. Take off the handle from the old one. The door handle isn't only a decoration for your home, but it's also a safety feature that allows you to lock and unlock your door. As time passes the door handle can begin to lose its grip or feel loose. It could be beginning to appear old and worn. This is a sign that it's time to replace your 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 because you won't be in a position to lock or unlock the door and put your family and yourself at risk. It's also recommended to replace the handle on your door in the event that it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle could be quite dangerous, especially in the event that your children or senior family members have difficulty opening it and end up trapped in the. It's easy to fix a damaged handle on the door. The majority of modern door handles are standard size and therefore are suitable for any door. If you aren't sure if the new door handle you are buying will work, take off the old one and measure its housing holes. This will let you buy the right size door handle. It is the easiest method to take off the old door handle by taking it off from the door. Usually you'll need a screwdriver. Some door handles come with the cover plate, which conceals the mounting screws. You will need to remove it to get to the screws. After you have removed the handle that was previously used, take note of the way the spindle is connected. This will assist you 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 find the small latch, which is located at the edge of the trim piece. After you have removed the latch, you'll need to take the handle off the strike plate and then the latch off the door's edge. Removal of the Strike Plate You'll need to replace your latch plate when you replace the handle. This is the plate that holds the hole where the latch for the door is inserted when the door closes. The new handles will have two latch plates: a rectangular and circular plate (see the diagram above which illustrates the components of a door handle). If you have an rectangular latch plate, replace it with a circular one. This will allow the latch to hook into the strike plate, making the handle easier to use. The first step is to unscrew the screw that's holding the latch plate in place. The screws are typically 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. The latch plate should easily be removed from the door after the screws have been removed. If it is stuck or doesn't move using a nail file to scrape the edges of the latch plate. This may help free the plate. You can now move on to creating the new door strike plate for installation. Install the latch plate in the door jamb using the screws that were included with your new handles. Do not tighten the screws too much as this could cause damage to the strike plate. If you're not sure if the latch plate is in the right position Try closing and opening the door to see whether it latches and closes correctly. If it doesn't then you'll need to adjust the strikeplate up or down, forward or back until the door closes correctly. If the door still moves or jiggles, then you may have to expand your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more frequent on older doors. It could be caused by wear and tear, hinges that are too shallow, the wrong size latch, or a damaged strike plate. If this is the case, follow the same procedure for adjusting the strike plate, using the use of a metal file instead the hammer and chisel. Take off the Latch The latch is a bent metal piece that slides in and out of a hole in the inside of your door. The latch is pushed forward when you turn the handle. It also connects to a hole in the door frame to keep the door closed. If your door is wiggles when you close it, replacing the latch may be all that's needed to correct the issue. It's difficult to identify the screws that secure the latch to the door, but there's usually a tiny slot on the trim plate that lets you to insert a screwdriver and take it off. Once you've removed the trim plate, it'll be simple to remove the latch and the bolts that keep the latch and spindle in place. If door handle repair plate isn't easily removed, use 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 the that the latch and handle begin to split. You may have to do this several times before the latch is loose enough to pull out. It should be possible to slide the new latch into its slot without any problems after you have removed the old one. Make sure that the latch is properly 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. Measure the existing backset (the distance between the centre of the large hole on the door's front and the edge) prior to installing the new handle. Also, make sure that the size of the latch on the new handle is in line with this measurement. If you're replacing the handle or latch or handle, or if your previous lock cylinder is damaged, then you'll require an entirely new one. If you're not changing the locks, the new latch will fit into your existing recess, and work just fine with your current keys. Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates to match the handles you have. Remove the cover plate Door handles may begin to look worn over time However, if you replace them with a contemporary lever-on-rose designs, it's an easy and quick DIY project to decorate and will improve the overall look of your home. You can buy complete sets that come with the appropriate escutcheons and privacy adjustor kits. To replace the door handle inside take off the cover plate (or rose) that protects the screws and the inner mechanism. Look for a release tab on the plate and make use of a flathead screwdriver to lift it off the knob. It could have an opening on one edge or be held by pins. Remove the screw holding the interior handle and place it aside when the cover plate is removed. Take off the screws that hold both the inner and outer plates. You can loosen them by using the help of a Philips Screwdriver. Take the inner plates and latch from the door. Set them aside. Not all doors have this gap. If yours isn't 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 have to be extra careful not to harm the frame or door. Installing new screws for the door knob is necessary after holes have been drilled. 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 a new latch plate and strike rod that aren't included in the majority of door handle sets. If you're looking for a high-quality replacement interior door handle set, try the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome finish handle set. It's a factory fit and has received a plethora of 5-star reviews from happy customers. It's an excellent option to replace worn or damaged interior door hardware on your Chevy.