Putting A Dead Bolt Lock In A Sliding Patio Door

Remove the screws securing the lock s keeper plate with a phillips head screwdriver.

Putting a dead bolt lock in a sliding patio door.

Woodie s will show you how to install a patio door lock. Remove the keeper plate from one side then slide the cylinder lock housing out of the door on the other side. Products used in this video. You ll have to adjust the position a bit if you have a combination storm door so as not to interfere with the storm doorknob or lock.

This is a great idea because it strengthens the security on an otherwise weak area of the home. Mark and drill with a 3 8 drill bit. Secure the top screw only and be sure that the lock body is vertical to the door. Mark all three screw hole locations and drill thru one metal surface using a 1 8 drill bit.

Lift the lower housing until slide bolt makes contact with upper track. Choose a position on the door for the lock. Key lock and housing product code. Place the metal punch over the marked spot on the frame.

Install the deadbolt lock about 44 inches above the bottom of the door. Homeowners can decide to install a secure deadbolt on their sliding glass door if the door frame allows for one or you can install sliding door loop locks that make it even harder for your sliding glass door lock to be bypassed. Drill the hole out until the lock fits inside.