For an interior door that has a small hole in the handle you can use a small screwdriver to unlock it.
How to get a locked screen door open.
I learned how to do this when i got locked out of my dorm at byu idaho and it works great.
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9 times out of 10 one is unlocked and you didn t even know it.
If its the deadbolt style lock usually more expensive storm doors take a screwdriver or strong knife and pry gently away from the door.
A spring lock is slanted and is part of the handle.
How to open a locked door the macgyver way.
If there s no room between the lock and frame slide.
Just insert the screwdriver into the small hole and press the button on the inside of the handle with it to unlock the door.
Bend the card back towards the frame to force the lock into the door.
The door where you slide it open had a small latch inside that would go up and down to lock or unlock.
Give the handle i stiff pull and there you go.
If you can t get that to work for you start checking windows.
When the lock becomes stuck and prevents the door from opening though that door can become a nuisance that demands immediate repair.
A locked door can be a very effective home security measure.
I do not want to buy a complete new screen door.
And all it takes is things you can find in your friends room or from the hall.
It slid into a small metal piece on the door frame.
This article will explain how to get a locked door open and restore its functionality.