09/10/2026
Door Handle & Gearbox – A Breakdown Waiting to Happen!
Another customer saved from a potentially expensive door lock failure!
A customer contacted me because her door handle wasn’t moving smoothly up and down and something just didn’t feel right.
When I arrived and inspected the door, I discovered two serious problems hiding inside the locking system.
❌ The handle was broken internally and was barely holding together.
❌ The gearbox spindle was cracked, meaning it could have broke at any moment, potentially leaving the door completely jammed or impossible to lock.
⚠️ The surprising part? The door was still working!
Fortunately, the customer noticed the warning signs and called before the mechanism failed completely.
🔧 Why is early inspection important?
✅ Prevent unexpected lockouts
✅ Avoid getting stuck with a jammed door
✅ Reduce the risk of more complicated repairs
✅ Keep your home safe and secure
If your door handle feels loose, stiff, or doesn’t move as smoothly as it used to, don’t ignore it!
Small warning signs can indicate serious problems inside the locking mechanism.
I’m RJ Locksmith Services Ltd — your local independent one-man locksmith, specialising in uPVC, composite and multipoint door repairs.
📍 Horsham & surrounding areas
📞 07376 215730
🌐 rj-locksmith-service.co.uk
🔐 Don’t wait until your door stops working completely. Get it checked before it fails!
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