Remove the deadbolt lock. Use a screwdriver to take out the screws on the inside of the door. Check your user manual for the required dimensions, and if necessary, use a hole saw to cut the ...

A person tries to open the jammed back door to their home. - Lajst/Getty Images If your door latch rubs against the strike plate, or worse, is stuck inside it, it's easy to jump to conclusions. A lot ...

A jammed door latch, often caused by slight misalignment from regular use, can be easily fixed by homeowners. By loosening and then retightening the doorknob screws, the latch can be realigned with ...