Kwikset door handle/knob install. Watch the whole video before installing. Variations demonstrated. 

This video was exactly what I needed! My Kwikset door knob kit has been sitting on a table in my house waiting for my husband to find time to install it. A month later I was about to call a handyman to do it but decided to look into how difficult the job might be when your video popped up. I installed everything in less than ten minutes after watching your video! Thank you so much!

I am in my seventies and I have a terrible time lining up the final screws to complete installation. Here is a little trick I discovered. Before I install the inside lock part, I put two farmer's matches in the holes just enough to hold the match. They fit perfectly. Then I put the lock part on and tape it to the door with a painter's tape (wide). Your holes are lined up. Pull one match stick and insert the screw. Pull the other match and complete installing the last screw. 'WORKS FOR ME'

Thank you so much for this video, I am a 76 female widow that had to replace my old door knob to one with a lock, your video was so helpful, I installed two after watching and had no problems.

Thank you, the instructions were non-existant, none in the box. From YT I learned how to put in a door knob, reset my thermostat for my furnace, sharpen a lawn mower blade and learn how to remove it do so. There is a wealth of information on here for someone who is alone and nowhere to go for help. God bless you sir.

My husband was my best friend and handyman. Now that he's gone, I'm trying to save and do things. This video was a Godsend. Thank you so much.

I was hoping for some magic way to line up the screws that hold the 2 sides of the knob together. I have been fiddling with this for 30 minutes ! Thank you for the video

Thank you, thank you. This senior lady was able to install the new door handle and save the fee of a locksmith. Those screws used to connect the knobs were the toughest but mission accomplished!

It’s 14 degrees out today and of course my door knob failed. After watching this it took me about 5-10 minutes to do. Super simple. I’ve done it before, but it’s always good to have a visual refresher right before you do the job. Thanks!

If you already had a quick set walk to that door you could have repeated because kwikset has the new rekey locks and it is super easy to keep the same keys throughout the house and garage and rekey yourself which takes about 1 minute or less. After 37 years, and the kwikset comes with a lifetime warranty but I figured that for 30 bucks I now have a new entry lock and a deadbolt which I'm installing today and I used your video too refresh my memory before taking everything apart. I will say that your video is one of the best on RU-vid. Thank you for sharing it with us and also I learned a little bit about the parts that allow for the adjustments without having to read the two very long read only my magnifying glass guides or instruction papers.

This was my first time changing a door knob. Your instructions were thorough and made the task very easy. Thank You So Much.

My old handle became very loose and eventually fell off. I tried to fix it but had no luck and couldn’t get the screw tight. I came across your video and fixed it in a couple minutes. I was completely overthinking it. Thank you for the video!

Thank You!!! I am a visual learner , so this was video was great for me . I also appreciate the speed at which you covered the process. Thank You so much! 😊

Great Video but I have a tip for you. For removing/installing the Knobs on the door. The interior knob has groves or slots for the screws that hold the 2 knobs together (at least on KwikSet ). So to remove the interior knob loosen the screws and turn the interior knob counter clockwise and the screws will disengage from the knob and you can remove it. They come out the slots. To install, put the outer knob thru the striker assembly, install the screws part of the way in, slide the interior knob on to the center shaft then slightly turn it counter clockwise, once the screws hit the back of the intrior knob, turn it clockwise to engage the head of the screws into the slots of the interior knob...tighten until snug. This save you the hassle of trying to screw the screws in the whole way with your screwdriver angled.

Thank you so very much , I watched 10 videos before I couldn't get it untill tonight , because of you Sir I did my front door lock . Thank you

Great, detailed video. I've got Kwikset locks too, and they are absolute crap. The finish wears off in no time and the mechanism fails. I've replaced mine 3 times over 20 years using the Kwikset warranty. Service is pretty bad, too. For anyone watching who hasn't bought yet, go with Schlage or another good brand.

I am 58 and the things I know I learned from my dad. He is no longer around so thank GOD for RU-vid. You made it easy so now I can do it. Thank you!

Thank you so much you have solved so many of the problems I was having, you have given me the confidence to get on with changing the door knobs now. Brilliant video x

I'm a 67 yr old widow with older house. 2 door problems. Bathroom door knob mechanism stuck and broke in door frame. Yes, literally broke! Another knob keeps falling off so time to replace both. Watched 1st youtube video and guy said to simply throw out collar. Bathroom door frame not recessed so wound up chewing up the wood in the door (with screwdriver & hammer) to create the recess. What an aggrevating, time consuming ordeal and mess. Then watched your video and followed your tip about installing the collar into mechanism and hammering with block of wood. Wish I watched your clip the first time. Note to anyone reading this, the block of wood is necessary as it protects and cushions the mechanism and door and ensure it hammers in straight and flush with door. Worked like a charm on the second door. Thank you so much. Your tip was a God send!!

they shouldn’t put philips screws where my screwdriver can’t reach them…

Wow it was a great video. I’m a recent 68 yr old widow that was able to replace the exterior doorknob thanks to your video. Definitely was easy after watching you & sure saved paying for someone to do it. Keep up the good work helping us diy .

OK Jo Daddy Oh..... Just finished installing the Kwikset door handle.... probably took me about 30 minutes was having trouble getting into place without being inches from the door. Finally everything fell into place, doorknob / lock is working and onto the next project! Thank you very much..... I think it would have been much more difficult without your tips for some of the mechanisms releases. 11/14/23

Wow, after watching 3 other videos I found yours, what a blessing you are! You taught this 58 year young new home how to fix her own door handle. Thank you!!!

Thank you, your videos are excellent. I live in a home built in 1965 and have been slowly fixing and updating things. Since my husband past away I have been expanding my skills. I find your videography and explanations some of the best, Again a big THANK YOU

Thank you so much for this instructional video on how to install a doorknob! Like someone else stated, my new one had also been sitting on my kitchen table until I found your video! After mulling over the directions and still not feeling clear, you simplified, explained, and modeled the installation! I'm looking forward to more of your videos to help me through the projects around the home! My first doorknob was installed at 63, with your help! 🙌

My house is older and 1 door mechanism actually broke off with the piece stuck in the door frame. Another door knob was agiving me grief to so it was time to replace them. I watched a how to video on youtube but the 1st guy said to just throw the collar out. My door plate area was not recessed so the 1st installation did not work. I was aggravated and at a loss, so I manually chewed up the door (with hammer & screwdriver) to make the recess for the door plate. What an ordeal and mess. Then I watched your youtube clip and found your comment about adding the collar and hammering in with a block of wood and it was a God send. It saved me so much time, aggrevation, and mess on the second door knob replacement. Note to anyone reading this, the block of wood is necessary when collar is needed and used. It cushions protects mechanism, plate and door and ensures it is hammered in straight. Worked great! I can't thank you enough!

Thank you for making this very helpful DIY video! Appreciate you explaining every detail for us beginners, and way better than trying to decipher the enclosed written instructions. Love your pleasant personality and humor also..... very funny bloopers at the end of video! 😆

You did great on this. I was able to install my Kwikset entry door handle all by myself.

THANK YOU for the great video. I was able to install my entry way Kwikset after watching it!

Thanks a bunch for this video. I have a Kwikset core that came apart / wore out inside, and no longer pulls the 'tongue' back from the striker. Changing the core was easy, but watching your video definitely helped me know what parts to discard, and pointed out some things I might have missed.

Great instructional video! Super easy to follow. I’m feeling very accomplished right now!👏🏻

Thank you so much! Your clear instructions helped this timid non-tech guy successfully install a new door handle and gain some confidence in the process!

Great video! As a novice, I especially appreciate the little details that I might get tripped over. After watching this video I was able to change out a bedroom door knob in 10 minutes without any issue.

I bought a defiant and had good fortune. When I turned the knob clockwise everything lined up perfectly.

OK Jo Daddy Oh! ~ here goes me, to do this door knob installation... thanks for this very useful video guide..... looks so EZ even a Cavewoman can do it!

Thank you for your video. I have a Kwikset lever handle with no external screws. I was intimidated at first, but after watching your video I am confident I can tackle this project on my own.

This video was well worth the time spent watching, as I have 12 of these to do, and the first one had some issues, will now redo that. Thank you so much for explaining not only the how but the why. The little paper instructions that come with the handles did not put the breadcrumbs close enough together for me. You have a new subscriber...

June 21, 2022, Thank you. I just installed three Kwikset privacy bed/bath knobs. Your tips got me through it quickly. Locksmiths wanted to charge thousands to install all the knobs I needed. Bless you for being a good teacher. I subscribed.

Thank you so much, Jo Daddy! I’m a single mom that got married out of high school and just went through a divorce after 20 years. I embarrassed to say it, but I honestly have no clue how to do even the most simple handyman tasks around the house. Thanks to you and your video I was able to change my door handle! I subscribed to your channel, which makes another first for me, and I look forward to more helpful videos. I’m sure I’m not alone so I just want you to know how much those of us who’ve never had to do anything like this before truly appreciate your help! :)

Thank you for this. I looked at this a year or two ago and now again to help me with another door. It saved me so much time and money.

Excellent step by step descriptions of how to put in the door knob. Our painter put all of the new door knobs in my brother-in-law's home in wrong. Like all of them. They are sticky. Excited to fix them now. Thank you! I will update on how it goes when I can get over the Pass.

Thank you! I am so proud of myself that I just replaced a closet doorknob. Your video made it easy for me to see how to do it.

had to install a new kwikset in a hurry and watching this video made it much easier. thank you for your time and effort!

Really appreciate this video. You made it look so easy -- even a novice like me can follow around. Thank you!

Thank you for this video. I have been apprehensive about trying to change out our doorknob because I have never done this before. My husband is no longer able to do these things due to 4 strokes, so I have to. You made it look so easy. Now, I can't wait to try. Thank you again. Have a blessed night.

Thank you for making this video. I couldn't figure out what that collar was for and you explained it perfectly. I installed mine with my jamb already cut and had to take mine back apart.. . I should have watched your video first! Thank you again for your video!👍

Thank you for walking us non handymen through this DIY project. Love how you broke everything down to the simplest details, how you described process in easy to understand language. Love your presentation style so much, I am new subscriber.

RIGHT ON JO DADDY! This is a REALLY COOL thing that you do by showing folks like me just how to do something. I haven't replaced a door knob in some time, it's cold and dark out here in Maryland right now so I dont wanna be outside for too long. So you helped me as N if I had JUST replaced one myself JUST NOW! So, with that knowledge and visual in my mind now, it wont take as long for me to replace because I hope I wont make mistakes as I certainly would have had I not just watched your video! Thanks Jo Daddy! Larry in Maryland

Thanks for taking the time to make this thorough video on the kwikset door knob which is exactly what I bought yesterday. I seen the instructions and said no I'm just going to look for a video and here it is! Thank you

We appreciate this, great help, kwikset is one of the easiest to install

Thank you! It makes sense when I can see what you were doing. Really helped me out!

Thanks, great job! You should have your own TV show, Sir!

Great video! Appreciate you not adding the annoying music bed that competes with your instruction. Great videography as well

Problem being, there are a lot of people who think they know what they're doing and do a crappy job of explaining the correct way of doing it along with why it shouldn't be done the wrong way. Good job Barry.

This video saved me so much time and money. I had replaced the old one and made a major error and once I watched your video I corrected the error and everything seems to be working fine. Thank you so much

Man thank you soo soo much i spent an hour trying to remove the plate coz i have the other type of door (round one) Thank you for sharing this video with us 👍🏼

I removed the hardware from my door, painted the door, and tried replacing it. Couldn't. The previous owner used BOTH the plate and collar on the latch. NO WONDER IT NEVER WORKED WELL!! Removed the collar. Thank you.

Thank You! I almost gave up doing iy myself. Your instructions were so simple and easy to follow! I'm a handyman now LOL!

Good video! Thanks for the tip about using longer screws for a more secure install!!

You're my hero! Blonde-proof instructional vid...thank you! 😊🪛🚪🔑💯👍🏻

Thank you so much, I am also a handyman just like you. I needed to extend the latch, after that, it was a piece of cake because of you....

Thank you so much! You showed me the exact part of installation that I was stuck on! Excellent video and just subscribed to channel!!!

Thank you so much for showing how to take that plate off if your door is not recessed. Could not find another video that showed that

1. thank you. 2. the prior kwikset was in for 40 years. One could not open the door to remove the latch by unscrewing. Enter a hammer/crowbar. Thankfully, it had been installed in a cast iron door. 3. Great explanation on installation and the options.

Hey guy. Thanks for this. Seems crazy that I didn't know how to change a door knob. I figured it couldn't be that tough with such a few amount of parts, but in trying to figure it out, that little silver round piece threw me off. This video clarified things. Thanks again.

Thanks for the the great video! I had to replace a broken lock for the first time and your instructions were a big help. Now I can do it myself!

Excellent step by step instructions. I was able to replace my door knob without difficulty

Thank you for the video. Just finished my installation. It works beautifully!

Thank you for doing this video. I was going crazy trying to install new door knobs on my doors. Aftert watchaching your video, I was able to get all my new door knobs intalled. Lots of luck to you with all your videos! Thanks again!

Very helpful! I needed to use the collar piece & no one else showed how it worked! Thank You! I also enjoyed the bloopers!

Thanks so much. I knew I needed someone smarter than a door knob! I have a defective latch bolt. When I pushed the latch bolt in it wouldn’t pop back out. I spent more time than I should have before I looked for a RU-vid to help me out. Back to the hardware store. Thanks!

Sir, Thanks so much for the video and your super clear instructions. My Kwikset door knob got stuck and this video helped me fix the problem.

Nice information. Great bloopers!

Just the video I needed to check before finishing the change of the door handle. Thanks so much!

I have the exact same Kwikset keyed doorknob set and was able to install it myself, great video😊

Just what I needed to change my key entry doorknob. Thank you!

good video. was trying to replace a broken knob and when i installed the replacement the latch was barely sticking out. this video showed me the issue. I had the outer knob installed at a weird angle which caused a lot of issues. thanks. an unterly dumb issue but its nice to see a "this is how it *should* look" example

Thank you! Single woman doing DIY!! I appreciate you!!

LOL YOU ARE TRYING TO HARD...LOL I'm a widow and appreciate being able to do things for myself..your video helped me...thank you so much.

My dad died in 2018.... you have no idea how helpful your channel is to me! Thank you ❤

Thanks for the video. I am definitely not a handyman, and even though this isn't a tough project I would've found a way to mess something up. Thank you for your help. 👍

This was so much easier than the written instructions that came with the lock. Thanks for the demo!!

My front door lock assembly is 68 years old and is built differently. I can't get the inside flange off in order to replace the lock assembly. Like yours, mine is worn out. Great install video none the less.

GREAT video! Best ever to watch the exact details of. THANK YOU! I just watched this AGAIN today and can't say enough how you helped me in such a GREAT video!👍👍

Thank you for this easy to follow video. I was able to change out the door knob without any problems.

Thank you so much. I had to remove the lug plate, thanks, and extend the internals as well, thanks. Well done!

Thank you! I’m trying to swap a locking doorknob for a plain one and was sitting here wondering how to get the second half out, and the first few videos didn’t show it. This was very helpful!

Thanks for the wonderful video. I am now able to install the door knob myself. Thanks again.

thank u man, from a man without a father this was much needed

My husband and I spent 2 hours trying to replace a knob and got smart and watched this video. Thank you so much!!!!!

Thank you so much for this helpful video! I'm not good at handyman task and was clueless even after reading the instructions so I appreciate you! I'm definitely subscribing to your channel! ❤

Jo Daddy - Thanks for the video! Saved my day! I was using the collar along with the face plate and it wasn't working lol - your video solved that for me!

Nice job, very clear and concise. Keep them coming!

Very thorough and detailed explanation, Great job! This helped me a lot. Thanks

OH YEAH BROTHER! PLEASE KEEP DOING THESE COOL VIDEOS! Guys like ME depend on them. I'm an Electrician by trade but I do just about everything. I just hadn't done a door knob in awhile. Thank you!

finally got my new bedroom door knob on. Thanks a million!

Thank you, perfect step-by-step instructions!

Wow! You make this seem so simple . . . I'm ready to give it a shot. Txs

You made it so simple! Only way installing would have been easier is if you came over & did it for me. Thank you. I feel smart!

Thank you so much! my anxiety about doing this has been too much..you teach well. Take care🙏

They could make it so the screws line up automatically be simply having a larger shaft on your side that overlaps a smaller shaft on the threaded side. It would save time and aggravation, but they don't do it because it would cost a few more cents per unit made.