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Fix my back door lock

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Lock Opening & Repair
Auckland

I have an old external back door lock which I can't open, the door is made of wood. I searched online and I think it's a Mortice Sash Lock. I put the key in the lock and the key snapped. I got all of the key parts out of the lock and tried to pick the lock open, with no success. Then tried removing the plate and door handle and again no luck picking the lock (though I've never tried to pick a lock before so I may not be doing it right!). I then got a new key and tried it, it seems to fit but the bolt won't move, feels like it's stuck. The new key works (opens & closes the bolt) on an internal door with a similar lock to the external back door, which makes me think it may be the bolt that's broken (but again, I'm no expert!). I will definitely need a replacement plate as it snapped while trying to remove it from the wooden door (see attached pictures). I'm not 100% sure whether the lock itself needs repair vs replacing, but the lock/bolt will either need to be picked or cut in order to open the door. I am happy to go with either option (fix vs full replacement). I'd really just like to be able to open, close and lock my back door again =) The job is not urgent, but I am keen to get it fixed by a local locksmith within the next week, for a reasonable price please.


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