Q. Can you replace a sliding window lock?

Yes with the use of a screwdriver a user may begin unscrewing the lock in preparation for installing a new one. This is how the lock on a sliding window can be altered. The tools and materials a user needs can be found at any hardware or home improvement store. First a user will need to check if the window lock or the track is broken. Verify that the lock slides smoothly along the window track. If the window frame is crooked for instance a user can use a hammer to knock it into proper alignment. Carefully replace the window frame if it doesn't work.