Front Door locking mechanism

[cjwardy]

So I've been given a quote of near £300 for labour & parts to get my front door back working again.

Does this seem right for what's happened?

UPVC door is no longer catching at all so won't even close. 3 metall catches are worn apparently & so need replacing.

Price seems steep, is it about right?

Any help much appreciated.

Chris

 

[OwainDIYer]

£300 would buy you a new door.

Can you identify the bits required on
http://www.upvc-hardware.co.uk/

 

[JohnD]

how did you select the person who quoted £300?

most towns will have at least one small business who specialises in repairing and adjusting plastic doors and windows, because they are so unreliable.

A friend or neighbour may have a recommendation.

 

[pinenot]

Hi Chris, could you post some pics of the worn bits, as the quote does seem high but until we know whats involved, it's kinda hard to say...pinenot

 

[s60tsy]

a little more than 300 would get you a new door round here!

 

[JohnD]

I don't think cjwardy is going to come back and tell us what happened or show us any pics to gauge what the trouble is

 

[s60tsy]

i think youre right, maybe it was everest or alike who quoted 300 for a new door catch, and maybe the poor sod has booked it on!