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Locks Snapping in Stafford
ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford are a local locksmith company that specialises in supplying & fitting ANTI SNAP Locks (Snap Safe locks) & other high security devices such as PAS24, 2 Star door handles & Sash Jammers on UPVC & composite doors in the Stafford area.
Why Fit Anti Snap Locks to Your Stafford 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 in Stafford. 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 newspapers 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 Anti 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 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 & the middle of the lock stays within the door, this helps protect the mechanism from being attacked.
ANTI-SNAP Locks Stafford can carry out this work for you so if you would like to book an appointment then please feel free to give us a call – 01785 319 798.
To find out more about locks snapping and Anti Snap locks then please read our FAQ Section –
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ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford Supply and Fit High Security Locks and Door Handles
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FAQ’s About ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford
Q.1 – How many Lock Snapping burglaries are carried out in Stafford?
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 Stafford 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 Stafford are able to identify whether you have an Anti Snap Lock so please feel free to give us a call on 01785 319 798 an arrange an appointment.
Q.3 How many doors in Stafford are affected by this problem?
A.3 These types of locks are fitted to thousands of homes and business’s throughout Stafford.
Q.4 – Does this affect just older doors in Stafford.
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 in Stafford, 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 vunerable to attack because they can be snapped off with very little force. This then allows the burglar to gain access to the locking mechanism.
Q.6 Is it true that you are only at risk of lock snapping if your lock protrudes past the handle
A.6 – You are more vulnerable to lock snapping if your lock protrudes past the handle because it will be easier to break, 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 Stafford and arrange for us to fit an Anti Snap Lock.
Q.7– Do you need special tools to snap the lock at my Stafford Home?
A.7 – No, these locks break with very little force and can be snapped using normal DIY tools.
Q.8 – What’s the answer to this problem, how do I protect the locks at my Stafford Home
A.9 – 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 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 & most of the lock stays within the door, this helps protect the mechanism from being attacked.
ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford offer this service so please feel free to give us a call and arrange an appointment on 01785 319 798.
Q.9 Are there any other ways to protect against locks snapping?
A.9 – Yes, ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford supply and fit a PAS24. 2 Star door handles which when fitted alongside 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 Stafford we will be able to let you know if you have an ANTI SNAP Lock.
ANTI SNAP Locks
Lock Snapping is on the increase and the easiest way to combat this type of crime is to fit an Anti Snap Lock. The Locksmiths at ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford have over 10 years experience supplying and fitting Anti-Snap Locks in the local area.
ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford carry a wide variety of sizes and specifications on our vans and whether you decide to go for our Snap Safe Locks or whether you opt for our TS007 3 Star locks you will make a large step towards preventing this type of crime.
PAS (Public Available Specification) 24, TS007 Door Handles
Another solution that can be chosen to protect against Lock Snapping is to fit a PAS24 TS007 2 Star door handle.
The handles are a lot stronger / heavier and have more robust fixings than a standard door handle.
The keyway is also protected which is designed to a stop a burglar gaining access to the Lock. They are available in a White, Brass and Chrome finish. ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford supply and fit these handles
Sash Jammers
Other devices that are designed to protect your doors are items called Sash Jammers. These can be fitted to the inside of doors and windows and if fitted correctly can give the door / window extra strength against a forced attack.
ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford have the correct tools to fit these sash jammers so if you looking to protect your doors and windows then please feel free to give us a call. Sash Jammers are available in a white, grey, light and a dark brown finish.
CONTACT US
Contact Details for Anti Snap Locks Stafford –
Tel: 01785 319 798
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ANTI SNAP Locks Stafford – Your Local Anti Snap Locks Specialist