How to open a broken uPVC window lock

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Paddy's DIY - How to open a broken uPVC window lock
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In this video i'm going to show you my method for opening a broken window espag locks on a upvc window. This is a great method and will work on virtually all types of window espag locks that have roller locking points. This will also work on other window types that use espag locks (eg. aluminum windows, timber /wooden windows or aluclad windows). I've also used this method on other types of window locks eg. hook locks.
Remove the window handle first. Sometimes the window handle can be broken, mimicking the appearance of a broken window lock.
You will need a vice grips, a set of Allen keys and a small flat screwdriver. You might also need a hammer if your window lock is rusted or seized up. You might also need a wide paint scraper if your windows have co-extruded window seals (co-extruded window seals are made apart of the window frame and cannot be removed) or if your window is locked very tight. Do not use a screwdriver to pry between the sash and window frame, as it will damage the window frame. Using a wide paint scraper will spread the load on the window frame, minimising the chance of damage to the window frame.
When you have your window lock open, it is a straight forward job to replace the broken window espag lock. Click on the link below for my instructional video on how to replace the window espag lock
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Click on the link below for my instructional video on how to replace a window handle on a uPVC window
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@PaddysDiy Жыл бұрын

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@Leo-gt1bx Жыл бұрын

Hi I am a handyman and potential customers window won't open. The handle turns but I'm guessing one of the 3 locking points is not releasing. Any suggestions please?

@zacsayer1818 Жыл бұрын

@@Leo-gt1bx You’re not that bright are you mate, he’s literally just given you the answer in this video!!!

@ianh5699 4 жыл бұрын

This worked for me! Afterwards I needed to temporarily unscrew the female part of the locks on the bottom half that was faulty. I could then lock the window with the top half without the problem happening again. Very much appreciated

@haluter 2 жыл бұрын

Mate you just saved my life 😅 I haven't been able to open my bedroom window for months now, and it gets super hot as all my rooms face the setting sun. We're expecting another heatwave in the coming week and I was contemplating swapping my bedroom and living room just so that it's a little cooler at night. Just watched your tutorial and I was able to fix the window lock in 5 minutes. The spindle had detached from the handle. Thanks so much!

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent 👍

@kevinjones-rs2by 5 күн бұрын

Best tip I've seen in ages saved me 100s of euros in callout and fix and replacement pRt thnks a million

@BernadetteTate 15 күн бұрын

Cheers Paddy, Loose spindle on the bathroom window, lock, 2 minute job, saved me a fortune. Many thanks John T

@musicferret1829 7 жыл бұрын

I have waited a long time for this video, just fixed two windows with this method amazing. Just have to replace the locks and seals job done. Thanks Paddy.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped :)

@tabishnaveed2559 Жыл бұрын

Cheers mate undone the mystery of the broken window lock for me. Much appreciated. Clear instructions, no questions left unanswered, to the point, good pace of explanation.

@PaddysDiy Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped 👍

@techytech1907 4 жыл бұрын

Managed to get my window open, thanks for taking the time to upload this video. Now to work out how to replace the locking mechanism as the handle is working fine.

@MrNigel1340 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this information, now I know how to repair my daughters windows, regards Doc Cox.

@sopheakcreative2077 4 жыл бұрын

Doc Cox hi

@booldawg 5 жыл бұрын

Took me a few attempts to successfully do this. From my experience of it, make sure you know which end of the locking mechanism is jambed and which direction the lock works. I have one of the windows that has an integrated seal (the latter design is this video) I also struggled to find an allen key that was thin enough and long enough to engage with the locking rollers. I ended up using a tent peg. Finally got it done, so many thanks for the upload and advice! The window was jambed for the best part of a year and was beginning to cause a bit of mold on the ceiling. So glad its sorted now.

@PaddysDiy 5 жыл бұрын

Good to hear. Glad it helped :)

@funtimejamie 4 жыл бұрын

This is just what I was looking for to fix our bathroom window. Your video is great and really clear. Thank you, you've saved me loads of money!

@sopheakcreative2077 4 жыл бұрын

James Slinger hi brother

@TotallyRadical_ 6 жыл бұрын

You sir are a literal godsend. Thank you

@benggogibb169 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent film,especially the demonstration on how it works on the lower frame

@2BMIKE1569 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this, I've been searching for a technique to open my bedroom window....Cheers 👍🏼

@R3PooC 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my days! This was the perfect video, so simple yet effective. Thank you!

@JcaspianN 6 жыл бұрын

cheers paddy, followed your advice and it worked a treat took me a few minutes to realise mine was a double locking system went for the top of the two sliders and succeeded top man, much appreciated video

@PaddysDiy 6 жыл бұрын

Good to hear Joshua. Glad it helped :)

@Dime_Bar 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much this has saved me a call out fee and the price of replacing my window lock. Got me a new lock for £6.50 and about a hour of my time in total.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Your very welcome. Glad it helped :)

@chrismealand7475 7 жыл бұрын

Paddy you are The MAN. Several of my windows have sealed themselves shut, 5 in all. Had a quote from some joker who wanted £1500 to sort the problem. SO glad I came across your video. I shall be raising a glass in your honour.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, I'm glad to hear the video helped you :) £1500 is crazy money, you would have 5 new windows installed for that.

@Ironic1950 5 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for the excellent tips on how to fix jammed espag locks!

@kevgeomcc 2 жыл бұрын

Very good trick. I had trouble with the allen key though, so improvised using a flattened (ish) L shaped wall bracket from Billy bookcases. Worked a charm 1st go. Thanks so much for the idea though and your clear, easy to follow instructions!

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Happy days. Whatever works.

@michaelclegg8534 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Thought I needed the whole window replacing because the gear mechanism was broken. Allen key wouldn’t reach but I managed to fashion a tool from a steel tent peg which did the trick 👍

@PaddysDiy 3 жыл бұрын

Well done

@aitchleeds 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. Managed to open my closed, locked and broken window handle!! I feel really pleased that I did it ☺

@PaddysDiy 3 жыл бұрын

Well done. Glad it helped

@clemviking 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Paddy, worked for me. Ordered a replacement part from your site immediately too. It was very quick and easy. Good job.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Clemviking, glad you got it sorted :)

@julianreading 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, clear comprehensive uncluttered instructions. Many thanks :)

@brianbelford 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, thank you so very much! Your clear explanation really helped me to open a very stiff window with three locking points. I had to go at each point a few times, but it eventually opened. Knowing that this was the correct approach gave me the persistence to keep trying. Thanks!

@PaddysDiy Жыл бұрын

Excellent 👍

@CEO786 Жыл бұрын

Bubu hbbbj

@welovetechnology2251 2 жыл бұрын

You Sir are a valuable member of the KZfaq community. Thank you!

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@psm2day 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this informative video, I've just managed to fix 5 windows in a property I've just bought, thought I was going to have to get them all replaced so I've saved a ton of cash there (Just some new gearboxes), 4 popped easily with a yank on the Allen key but the fifth was a pain and was about to give up after 30 mins of trying as i was starting to damage the frame a little then it gave in at the last minute, the gearbox mech was split in half and the others all had something broken on the gearbox.

@danielisherwood5687 Жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say thank you because 2 of the windows upstairs wouldn't open i managed to open them with a screw driver, pliers and Allan keys from someone else's video but my bedroom window handle snapped in my hand and your video has shown me what I need to do. I'll keep you posted if I get time to do it or I end up paying someone. You've been a massive help

@PaddysDiy Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped 👍

@zsoobhan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! A pair of pliers and a bit of metal from a coat hanger did the trick for me.

@digitaIgorilla 3 жыл бұрын

You absolute star. This was exactly what was wrong with my window. Now to find a replacement part.

@ConorFenlon 4 жыл бұрын

This was extremely helpful! Thank you! Now I can air out my room again!

@alexredcloud 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video, just had my kitchen window lock go and this method worked perfectly.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped :)

@adrianfitzpatrick4638 7 жыл бұрын

Paddy you are the Don. Ive just managed to free the mechanism on me sons window which has been jammed shut for about 5 years. Wasn't so bad when he was a nipper, but he's a teenager now and the heady mix of lynx and hormones, in hot weather, things weren't good. Breezy like a spring meadow now. Thanks.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Good to hear Swagnus :)

@ShirazEsat 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks SO much! Extremely clear and helpful

@PaddysDiy 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment :)

@davidgorman9527 7 жыл бұрын

So glad I came across this video. I've got a broken lock to repair in a student house and this has helped a lot. Thank you for posting. Watched some of you other videos and quickly hit the subscribe button to keep up with new posts.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks David. Glad it helped :)

@jattjimidar6996 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks it helped me may God bless us both

@tombooker2679 2 жыл бұрын

This video helped me to fix my bathroom window - I couldn't get it to open, but now it's working fine. Thank you!

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent

@paulcooper9187 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, easy fix and certainly stopped me paying a call out charge. Thanks

@PaddysDiy 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, glad the video helped :)

@haydendavies8638 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks pad,very informative I did not have a clue how to fix my child's window. 😊😊👍

@JustGA14 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your advice it has helped very much. As the handle was just moving around but not opening the window. But thanks to you I have fixed it (without having to call my dad lol) and can now open and close the window :). Once again thank you 😊

@PaddysDiy 5 жыл бұрын

Good to hear :)

@Ashley-fe9dn 2 жыл бұрын

Works a treat. Couldn't open one of our windows.I used a slim kitchen knife and took extra care. Worked instantly 👍

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent

@dazedwonder 4 жыл бұрын

This is incredibly helpful. One thing to add - from the windows in my house, the allen key is not long enough because the mechanism is positioned in the middle of the frame, so I'll have to find a different tool.

@sopheakcreative2077 4 жыл бұрын

Siuyee Lo hi brother

@brianmurdoch5062 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant - Thanks for that it was very useful as I was frightened I might break something.

@EthanBauer4010 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! Worked like a charm!!!!!

@carolg5340 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant explanation, thank you. My window mega stuck at the bottom, very awkward but luckily I had those tools and eventually managed it.

@PaddysDiy Жыл бұрын

Excellent. Well Done

@rob-123 5 жыл бұрын

My Windows have another lock on the top and bottom. After using a 4mm allen and alot of patience i got it open. Thanks for the video.

@PaddysDiy 5 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped :)

@Flyingdogturd 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, been waiting for someone to show how to do. Now I might be able to open the window. Thank you so much

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, hope you get it sorted

@earthquake455 7 жыл бұрын

Great information. Thanks for taking the time to fully explain in good detail.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@michellegreasley7125 Жыл бұрын

Paddy, Paddy, Paddy!! My window has been stuck for over 10 years! Your little hack right at the very end, it feckin opened! B jesus! Thank you very much

@PaddysDiy Жыл бұрын

Music to my ears 👍

@user-pi3nf9xd6q 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! Your help was just the thing to open a uPVC window. Very practical.

@PaddysDiy 11 ай бұрын

Glad it helped 👍

@waterskiingredmonkey 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, simple genius. You explain well too.

@PaddysDiy 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment :) glad it helped

@jimlister8015 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much this is amazing! You’re a superstar ;)

@aligooya8514 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot, this video actually saved me from having a wet bathroom in the middle of the lockdown. You are a decent person.

@PaddysDiy 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it helped

@MrMSC100 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much. You have literally saved me my tenancy deposit next month when I move home. Thank you.

@Dang_Lin-Wang 3 жыл бұрын

That's not down to you anyway. The landlord should be responsible for maintenance. Gearboxes fail because no one oils them. Twice a year minimum .

@sharonlindsay7041 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent explanation and clear demonstration. Thank you. Keep sharing.

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@IconOfSin 2 жыл бұрын

Had the opposite problem trying to get a broken upvc window locked, cheers Paddy worked a charm👌

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Happy days 🤣

@colemaynard5103 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent Video Paddy - clear and concise. Thank you!

@PaddysDiy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment :)

@darkhighhopes85 4 жыл бұрын

Hello, thank you for your wonderful, helpful videos. I wondered if I could ask if you would consider adding a video about the following, if possible? My left window of a double-opening window is locked in a semi-open position. Thus, I'm able to see from the window on the other side, which still opens, that the top of the three 'sliding' mechanisms is not working on the left side (the bolt that moves up and down will not slide into the groove, and thus it is not possible to open or fully close the window). The problem is that I am unable to get to the mechanism at all to look at/replace the sliding mechanism because of the center bar of the window. Do you think that the only way to fix it would be to completely remove the window?

@DK-ff9hp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to make this video - you got me out of a crisis!

@PaddysDiy 5 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped :) thanks for the comment

@leonjane50 6 жыл бұрын

Good video. Clear, concise...and it works. Thanks for posting.

@PaddysDiy 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Leon. Glad it helped :)

@Scriffbin 2 жыл бұрын

Great help, thanks . I'm having real problems getting the seal off. It clings and I only achieve a small section at a time, so am having to move a few centimetres along bit by bit. One attempt broke off. Any tips really welcome.

@hosseinkarimzadeh3085 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your explanation is so much useful

@laktykbugbad Жыл бұрын

Many thanks for your video Paddy! It saved me a lot of hassle!

@PaddysDiy Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@TONY-BELFAST 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers paddy just what I needed 2 open my kitchen window pal just fitted new lock 2 it and its good as new again pal 👍 😀 👌

@markspearing9320 3 жыл бұрын

Great video , and love the hack with Allen key. Managed to get window open and turned out gearbox had failed , replaced and all good .

@PaddysDiy 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Glad it helped

@glen1066 6 жыл бұрын

did this today worked a treat--------window shut for years----------top-lad

@PaddysDiy 6 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped :)

@woodentops1394 8 ай бұрын

You are a genius. Opened a stuck window in 3 seconds. Thank you so much xx

@PaddysDiy 7 ай бұрын

Glad it helped 👍

@ab3215 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Did it and it worked. Window better , me jubilant! Thank you very much.

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped 👍

@winchester12gauge76 5 жыл бұрын

GREAT info! This happened to me just this morning and now I know what to do. Thanks a million :o)

@MartinBrigden 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Paddy, Just fixed our bedroom window that's been broken for years, one very happy wife, although she said if it was that easy why didn't I do it before, lol!

@PaddysDiy 8 ай бұрын

Happy days 👍

@johnfreeman2603 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much to Paddys DIY on a verv good well demonstrated and well explained / instruction

@HassanDeedaur 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this beautifully presented piece. Our window handle is in the locked position and it cannot be moved. So do one remove the handle firstly and then to have access to opening the window.

@PaddysDiy 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Hassan, Your window handle could be locked. That could be the reason it's not moving.

@markboden2749 2 жыл бұрын

I am a professional window installer and even I found this useful, thanks

@PaddysDiy 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear 👍

@petercrofts8962 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. It worked well for me. In my case I found it helpful to remove the glass, which gives the window a little more flexibility.

@PaddysDiy 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter, Glad it helped :)

@jamiejamie835 5 жыл бұрын

Very useful and helpful. It is what we need in KZfaq.

@daveg1250 6 жыл бұрын

Great video I have been quoted £250 to fit and replace the lock gearbox mechanism in my bottom opening window, now if I can get window open, I can do it myself for £20. I will try this in the morning thanks

@PaddysDiy 6 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped :)

@anthonynorbury8173 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and explanation, cheers m8

@grandadterry6321 4 жыл бұрын

GrandadTerry, Many thanks have saved our center lots.

@benl8177 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, will try this on my jammed window.

@camillion100 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing the knowledge 👍

@esosmar Ай бұрын

Thanks mate. This video has been very useful for me.

@wallbars8684 26 күн бұрын

Thanks, really helpful. Got the handle off our widow then tried pulling rubber strip out as shown. Was struggling to get any purchase on rubber strip without damaging window frame. I then put screwdriver in hole where the barrel on the latch mechanism goes and turned. After a few goes the window opened! We now have fresh air coming in our bathroom in the current hot spell - it’s been like an oven in there recently!

@PaddysDiy 23 күн бұрын

Check out the handle and espag to see which one is broken

@wallbars8684 23 күн бұрын

OK great, thanks - will do 👍

@robirvin6886 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this!

@mohammedjamil5745 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video thanks for sharing your knowledge you sir deserve many thanks

@judithdaniels1341 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Paddy Very good instructions - much appreciated !!

@PaddysDiy Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped 👍

@teamholmez86 4 жыл бұрын

I used a small hook as didn't have a allen key small enough but worked! finally I have a looked window again I was pulling my hair out as the wind keeped blowing it open and my living room was freezing so thankyou very much

@ferriter100 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, Thanks for the great video! Do you have any advice if the window doesn’t have a roller lock at the bottom?

@marklimbrick 3 жыл бұрын

since the expert hasn't had a chance to help yet Chris....go to an identical window in the house that is working and check how to modify the technique so you know what you are aiming for in your particular case. I think this is what they teach each other in prison..

@mattnicholls 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience

@IPMan-me6lo 10 ай бұрын

Oh dear, Senator Windows have this Problem. Thanks, for this how to. Fixed one, 6 to go. Hopefully they still have replacements locks, for this 20-year-old windows.

@PaddysDiy 10 ай бұрын

No window manufacturer is immune to it I'm afraid. Glad it helped 👍

@x5ite Жыл бұрын

Guys, read this, very important, don't bother wasting your time if you do not remove the handle. But he never says the reason why. It's because when you push the roller lock with allen key it will slightly move the handle in the open direction so your handle can't go further on open. Also, I used a metal hanger end because allen key not long enough and easy to drop inside the frame. I finally opened the window after 3 weeks of trying. Lol

@pellier08 Күн бұрын

Hi, I find Allen key is too short as well!! But a hanger would be too bulky to go inside the tight space and turn? How did you do it? The handle of the window is stuck even with screws out.

@ProtekNickz 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this information, it's going to be extremely helpful re-guarding our windows, especially in this current heat, I've looked for weeks on youtube for this and my wife found it 1st look lmao typical, Keep up the great work! subbed and thumbs!!!!.

@PaddysDiy 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Colin. Glad it helped :)