Key won’t turn / stiff key
Often caused by misalignment, corrosion, or a worn mechanism. We inspect and restore smooth operation.
✓ Units & rentals specialist
Sliding Door Lock Repair & Replacement Gold Coast
Sliding door locks take a beating on the Gold Coast — salt air, heavy use, and doors that slowly drift out of alignment. If your patio or balcony door lock is stiff, jammed, won’t turn or won’t latch properly, we’ll diagnose the cause and get it working smoothly again.
For general faults across other doors/locks, see lock repair.
- ✔ Patio & balcony doors
- ✔ Apartments & rentals
- ✔ Repair or replace
- ✔ Rekey / keyed alike options
- ✔ Gold Coast mobile
Common Sliding Door Lock Problems We Fix
Sliding doors have their own “problem set” — alignment, wear, and mechanisms that don’t tolerate a door dragging on the track. That’s why this page is separate from general lock repair.
Lock doesn’t latch
If the door has dropped or shifted, the lock can “miss” the strike. We correct alignment and function.
Broken internal mechanism
Common after years of use. We’ll repair where sensible, or replace with a reliable solution.
Security upgrade
Upgrade worn locks or set up key control via keyed alike or rekeying.
Repair vs Replacement: What’s Best?
We’ll always aim for the most sensible fix — sometimes a clean repair is perfect, other times replacement is the safest option.
When repair is usually the best value
- ✓Lock is stiff but not damaged
- ✓Minor alignment issues
- ✓Wear you can service (clean/lubricate/adjust)
- ✓You want to keep the existing hardware look
For broader faults across other doors, start here: lock repair.
When replacement makes more sense
- ✓Mechanism is worn out or unreliable
- ✓Parts are broken or missing
- ✓You want a stronger security upgrade
- ✓You’re changing access and want new hardware
If you’re replacing multiple locks, see change locks.
Sliding Door Lock FAQs
Fast answers for homeowners, tenants, and property managers.
Why is my sliding door lock hard to turn?
Misalignment, corrosion, or wear are the most common causes. A door that’s dragging or sitting low can also load the lock and make the key feel stiff.
Can you rekey my sliding door lock to match the house key?
Often yes (depends on the cylinder type). If compatible, we can set it up as keyed alike so one key works for multiple doors.
If the door doesn’t slide well, does that affect the lock?
Yes. Poor sliding can cause misalignment, which makes the lock miss the strike or turn stiff. We’ll check alignment and advise the right fix.
Is this different to general lock repair?
Yes — sliding doors have unique issues like alignment and mechanism wear from heavy use. That’s why this is a dedicated service page. General repairs are here: lock repair.
Do you cover all Gold Coast suburbs?
Yes. We’re fully mobile across the Gold Coast. See service areas for coverage.
Need Your Sliding Door Lock Fixed?
Call (07) 5520 5520 for sliding door lock repair or replacement across the Gold Coast — ideal for units, rentals and homes.
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Mobile locksmiths · Gold Coast wide