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Debbitx
May 18, 2012, 05:25 PM
We've had our house's foundation leveled, but our back door's deadbolt will not lock. How would I go about fixing this?

cdad
May 18, 2012, 05:51 PM
How far off is it? Will it lock of the door lock isn't engauged or does it just seem way off?

creahands
May 18, 2012, 07:11 PM
Does the door close OK? Does the key lock set engage its striker correctly?

If these are OK, relocate the striker for the dead bolt. U will have to fill the screw holes in jamb. Use a small piece of wood with glue. If the striker is installed correctly, the screws will be long enough to reach the stud.

Chuck

Fr_Chuck
May 18, 2012, 07:23 PM
Well properly, if the house is "settled" it means your foundation and/or the floor is no longer level and/or the house has shifted.

Having a professional investigate and find out why, idea you would level the house if it is not level.