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What should I do if my window lock will not open?

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Spray the lock with WD-40 or similar product and let it sit for 24 hours. You could also see if the lock is attached to the window or frame and unscrew or otherwise remove the entire lock.

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Can I just break my window?

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You could, of course, but you would have to replace the entire window, and you're risking an injury and/or property damage.

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What should I do if my aluminum window will not open?

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Follow the steps in the article. If nothing works, call a professional to fix it.

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Could there be a private secure lock on our windows?

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Probably not a lock. Check to make sure there isn't something in the channel, or that its screwed shut. Your window may have two thumb latches on top, and one at the bottom that has to be lifted slightly like a car door before it will open. Sometimes offices and hotels will install a metal clamp to keep the Windows from opening, but these are usually visible.

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How do I unlock a security bolt on a window that is stuck?

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Anything that is long and metal should be able to do the job. Try a screwdriver.

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How do I unstick a window that's open?

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Make sure there is nothing in the rail, or that it's not screwed open. Then lubricate the entire channel. Lift the window slightly and make sure it's straight in the frame before carefully closing it.

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How do I open a window that is stuck due to a staple or nail becoming loose in the track?

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Remove the nail or staple, then refasten the frame using a small screw that doesn't restrict the rail. Lubricate the entire rail and channel afterward.

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