How To Install Deadbolt On Garage Door

This video demonstrates how to install the liftmaster automatic garage door lock model 841lm.

How to install deadbolt on garage door.

Choose a position on the door for the lock. Calling a locksmith out for this how to install a deadbolt lock job will cost 150 or more but you can install a heavy duty deadbolt yourself in less than an hour for a third of the price. If you re using a paper template use tape to secure it to the door and mark the holes for drilling with a pencil. Secure your garage door emergency release.

Retract the deadbolt and install the thumb turn assembly. If you re using a door lock installation kit with a jig drill two 1 8 inch pilot holes for the screws on the door edge. When you open the door the position of the bolt will be evident on the jamb. The lock has pre drilled holes for installation.

Position paper template on door edge. That s about average for a good deadbolt and a hole saw set. It s easy to throw some zip ties on your emergency release and still retain it s intended function. You ll have to adjust the position a bit if you have a combination storm door so as not to interfere with the storm doorknob or lock.

Put a deadbolt on the door between your house and garage. Mark center holes on face and edge. To cut through a steel door make sure you get a bimetal hole saw set. Install the deadbolt lock about 44 inches above the bottom of the door.

Smear a little lipstick on the end of the deadbolt close the door and turn the lock. Deadbolt installation typically costs between 75 to 400 depending on if you do it yourself or hire a professional to help you. Prices for deadbolt locks are typically between 25 to 300 depending on the the quality. Make sure the door from your garage into your house is as secure as your front door.

The everbilt garage door dead bolt lock with cylinder consists of a dead bolt mechanism key cylinder assembly 2 keys and mounting hardware. The key can be removed in the locked as well as the unlocked position. If your deadbolt has a keypad install it. If your new deadbolt has a concealed screw for the interior door knob consult the installation instructions for your specific lock.

Made of galvanized steel for reliability and weather resistance.