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Lock Snapping in Cannock
ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock are a local Locksmith that specialises in supplying and Fitting Anti Snap Locks and other High Security devices such as PAS24, TS007 2 Star door handles and Sash Jammers in the Cannock area.
Why Fit Anti Snap Locks to Your Cannock Home
Lock Snapping is fast becoming the most common method that burglars use to break into houses in the Midlands. Recent estimates show that approx. 25-30% of all burglaries are now carried by criminals simply snapping the lock in half & then gaining access to the locking mechanism through the whole in the door.
The type of locks that are at risk of this crime are called euro cylinders and these locks are fitted to thousands of homes & business’s throughout the Cannock Area. The police & Locksmiths have been aware of this issue for the while but now the problem has become that widespread amongst burglars that it’s been featured on T.V programmes such as Inside Out, Crime Watch & This Morning.
It’s also led to a number of local newspapers such as the Express & Star realising articles highlighting this issue. The most frightening concern regarding lock snapping is the ease that burglars can gain entry to the property, it takes just a few seconds and can be carried out using the tools that can be found in most standard tool boxes.
The easiest solution to this problem is to fit something called an Ants Snap lock (Snap Safe lock) to your door, the difference between an Anti Snap lock and a standard euro cylinder type lock is that the Anti Snap locks have built in protection devices to help prevent Lock Snapping. The most common protection device is that they have a weak point at the end of the cylinder, so if there is an attempted burglary then just the end of the lock breaks off & the middle of the lock stays within the door, this helps protect the mechanism from being attacked.
Anti Snap Locks Cannock carry out this type of work so if you would like to book an appointment then please feel free to give us a call.
To find out more about Lock Snapping and Anti Snap Locks then please read out FAQ Section.
Are the Doors at Your Cannock Home Secure?
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ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock Supply and Fit High Security Locks and Door Handles
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FAQ’S about ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock
Q.1 – How many burglaries are carried out by lock snapping in Cannock?
A.1 – It’s difficult to put an exact figure on the amount because not all crimes are recorded but recent estimates show that between 25-30% of all burglaries are carried out by a criminals snapping the lock.
Q.2 – What type of doors in Cannock are affected by lock snapping?
A.2 – The type of doors affected by lock snapping are UPVC (Single & double) & composite doors, it also affects some aluminium, steel and wooden doors, basically anything that uses a euro cylinder type of lock to activate the locking mechanism. The problem with these euro cylinders is that they can be snapped with very little force. ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock are able to identify whether you have an Anti Snap Locks so please feel free to call us on 01543 409 758 to arrange an appointment
Q.3 How many doors in Cannock are affected by this problem?
A.3 These types of locks are fitted to thousands of homes and business’s throughout Cannock.
Q.4 – Does this affect just older doors in Cannock.
A.4 – No these types of locks are still being fitted on new properties & are readily available in DIY stores.
Q.5 – I have a multi-point locking mechanism on my door, so am I protected?
A.5 No, this is a common misconception – The multi-point mechanism only protects against someone trying to force (push open) your door. When you lift the handle you see/hear the bolts shoot out, it looks and sounds great…..it makes you feel safe. But here’s the problem – these types of doors rely on a device called a Euro Cylinder to activate the locking mechanism. Approx. 90% of Euro Cylinders are vulnerable to attack because they can be snapped off with very little force. This then allows the burglar to gain access to the locking mechanism. We therefore recommend that you call ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock and arrange for us to fit an Anti Snap Lock
Q.6 – Do you need special tools to snap the lock at my Cannock Home?
A.6 – No, these locks break with very little force and can be snapped using normal DIY tools.
Q.7 Is it true that you are only at risk of Lock Snapping if the lock protrudes past the handle.
You are more at risk of Locks Snapping if your lock protrudes past the handle, however it can still be snapped if it sits flush with the handle because the burglar can use a tool to remove the handle, it just takes a little longer, we therefore recommend that you call ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock and arrange for us to fit an Anti Snap Lock.
Q.8 – So what’s the answer to this problem
A.8 – There are a number of ways to protect your property but the easiest solution is to fit something called an Anti Snap(Snap Safe) lock, the difference between this type of lock & a standard lock is that they have built in protection devices to help prevent this type of crime. The most common protection device is that they have a weak point at the end of the cylinder so if there is an attempted burglary then just the end of the lock breaks off & most of the lock stays within the door, this helps protect the mechanism from being attacked. Anti Snap Locks Cannock offer this service so please feel free to call us to make an appointment on 01543 409 758.
Q.9 – Are there any other ways to protect against locks snapping?
A.9 – Yes, we can supply and fit a PAS24. 2 STAR handle and/or Sash Jammers to your door and when fitted along with an ANTI-SNAP lock offer an extremely high level of protection against burglaries of this type.
Q.10 – How do I know if I’ve already got an ANT-SNAP / Snap Safe Lock?
A.10 – Unless you requested Anti-Snap Locks when your doors were fitted then the likelihood is that you only have standard locks. If you send a photograph of your lock to ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock we will be able to let you know if you have an Anti Snap Lock.
ANTI SNAP Locks
Lock-snapping is on the increase & fitting Anti Snap Locks is easiest solution to combat this Crime. The Locksmiths at ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock have over 10 years experience of supplying & fitting Anti Snap / Snap Safe locks to doors in the local area. We carry a wide variety of sizes & specifications of Anti SNAP locks on our vans & whether you choose our Snap Safe Locks (Also Anti Pick and Anti Drill) or whether you opt TS007 3 Star locks you will be make a big step towards preventing this this type of crime.
PAS (Public Available Specification) 24, TS007 2 Star Door Handles
Another solution that can be selected to protect against lock snapping is to upgrade your door handle to a PAS24, TS007 2 Star, Kite marked door handle. These handles are a lot heavier/stronger & have more robust fixings than a standard door handle. The keyway is also protected which stops a burglar gaining access to the lock. ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock fit these handles, so please feel free to call us to obtain a price.
Sash Jammers
Other devices that help protect the home are items called sash jammers. These can be fitted to the inside of the doors/windows and if fitted correctly they give the door/window extra strength against a forced attack. ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock have the right tools required to fit these sash jammers correctly so if your looking to protect your door and windows then please free to give us a call.
CONTACT US
Contact Details for ANTI-SNAP Locks Cannock
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ANTI SNAP Locks Cannock – Your Local Anti Snap Lock Specialist