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Door Handle Replacement Door handles seem like a small detail however if you dont like the style or design of them or are unable to use them and use you should consider replacing them Installing the new handle on your door is simple if youve got patience Most modern door handles have cover plates that conceal the screws for an attractive appearance However youll need to attach them separately if the new handle doesnt already have them Remove the handle that was previously used Door handles arent just an important for their aesthetic value to your home but theyre also essential for security as they let you lock and unlock your door But over time the door handle could lose its grip appear loose or start to look old and worn out This is a sign that its time to replace your door handle If your door handle is becoming difficult to use it could be time to replace it This is a serious problem as you will no longer be capable of locking or unlocking the door and put your family and yourself at risk Its also recommended to replace your door handle if it is damaged or broken A broken door handle is dangerous especially for children and elderly family members who may struggle to open it They may get trapped Fortunately its fairly easy to fix a broken door handle by replacing the handle that was broken Modern door handles are generally standard sizes and should fit any door If youre not sure if your new door handle will fit try removing the old one and measuring the holes in its housing This will help you buy the right door handle The easiest way to remove your old door handle is to take it off of the door This is usually done using the screw driver Some door handles have a cover plate which hides the screws that mount them It is necessary to remove the cover plate to gain access to the screws After you have removed the old handle make a note of the way in which the spindle is connected This will help you align the new handle You can also remove the door handle by depressing the latch mechanism This is usually done using the screwdriver but youll need to find the small latch which should be on the edge of the trim piece After removing the latch unscrew the handle and strike plate Then you can remove the latch from the edge of the door Remove the Strike Plate Youll need to replace your latch plate when you replace the handle Its the part that holds the hole where the latch for the door is inserted when the door closes The package the new handles arrive in will have two latch plates one that is rectangular and the other circular see the diagram above detailing the parts of the door handle If your current latch plate is rectangular in shape swap it over to the circular one so that the latch hooks onto the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle more comfortable to operate The first step is to take off the screw that holds the latch plate The screws are typically tight and require a bit of force to loosen them It may be helpful to have a second person help in this area if it is possible After the screws are removed the latch plate should slide out of the door with ease If the latch plate is stuck or wont move use a small file to scrape the edges upvc door handle can help loosen the plate Now you can proceed to making the new door strike plate to be installed Install the latch plate in the doorjamb using the wood screws that came with your new handles Be careful not to overtighten the screws as this may cause damage to the strike plate If youre unsure if the latch plate is in the correct position Try closing and then opening the door to check whether it locks and closes correctly If not you will need to adjust the strikeplate upwards or down or forward or back until the door shuts properly If the door is still jiggling or moving you may need to enlarge the hole for latching in the strike plate This is more frequent on older doors It could be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too shallow the incorrect size of the latch or damaged strike plate If this is the case follow the same procedure for adjusting the strike plate but with a metal file instead of an hammer and chisel Remove the Latch The latch is the metal piece that is angled that slides in and out of the hole on the inside edge of your door When you turn the handle it pushes this latch forward allowing you to open the door It also connects to an opening in the door frame to keep the door shut If your door shakes when you close it a new latch may be all you need to fix the issue Its difficult to see the screws that secure the latch to the door however theres usually a tiny slot on the trim plate that lets you to insert a screwdriver in order to take it off After youve removed the trim plate itll be easy to remove the latch as well as the bolts that keep the latch and spindle in place If the latch wont release you can try using the clip of a paper or tool to free it from the handle mechanism Place the item into the slot for the latch that is recessed and gently twist it or jiggle until the handle and latch begin to separate You may need to repeat this several times before the latch is loose enough to pull out You should be able slide the new latch into its slot without problems after you have removed the old one Make sure that the latch is correctly positioned in the slot and aligned with the screw chambers and then use the new screws to attach it to the strike plate and door frame Before installing the new handle be sure to measure your current backset the distance from the center of the large hole on the front of the door to the edge Also make sure whether the size of the latch on the new handle matches the measurement of your existing handle Youll require a new cylinder for your lock if youre replacing the handle and latch or if your current one is damaged If you are not changing locks a new lock should fit into the recess you have already installed and will work with your current keys Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates to match your old handles Removing the Cover Plate You can replace your door handles with a modern lever and rose design to enhance the appearance of your house You can purchase complete sets that include the escutcheons as well as privacy adaptors and escutcheons To replace an internal door handle remove the cover plate or rose which protects the screws and the inner mechanism Use a flathead to remove the cover plate It could have an opening on one edge or be held by pins Remove the screw that is holding the interior handle and set it aside once the cover plate has been removed Youll also need to remove the screws that are holding the latch and inner plates to the door which you can accomplish by loosening them with the help of a Philips screwdriver Remove the inner plates and latch from the door Place them aside Most doors have gaps between the jamb of the door and the inside edge of the frame that allows for a handle however not all have If yours doesnt allow for a handle youll have to make a hole into the door The procedure to do this is similar to the procedure opening a door using a lock but youll 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 drilled Make sure you purchase the same size as the previous ones to ensure that you wont have an handle that is either too tight or loose Installing a new latch and strike rod is also required These are not included in all door handle sets If youre looking for a quality replacement set of interior door handles look no further than the Amazons Choice FAERSI twopiece chromefinished handle set Its a factory fit and has received hundreds of fivestar reviews from satisfied customers Its an excellent choice for replacing worn or damaged door handle hardware in the interior of your Chevy HHR