Are you looking for snap-proof locks?

High-security locks are now available which are snap-proof, these brilliant locks can not be snapped. Call us now for a free estimate or book an appointment to find out more about anti-snap locks in Barnsley.

What happens with lock snapping?

Thieves are exploiting a weak point in locks on uPVC and composite doors. This vulnerability also affects most new apartment flats and some wooden doors. Lock snapping locally began around the early 2000s and was a significant problem in Doncaster then. It is now a real issue in the Barnsley Borough.

The lock is a “euro cylinder,” and its primary material is brass. It is often referred to as a “barrel.” Brass is a soft, rust-free metal that makes a long-lasting, low-maintenance lock.

With a few tools and some knowledge, you can break a euro cylinder lock in half with minimal effort. Once the intruder removes the outer half, they can access the lock. This makes the multi-point lock useless and the door easy to unlock. This simple, effective method shows the vulnerability of traditional euro locks.

Fit anti-snap locks to stop lock snapping

High-security snap-proof locks are now available. No one can snap these brilliant locks in half, and they have added protection. Thieves have other ways to bypass locks, but fitting anti-snap locks has stopped them. You cannot pick or bump them, and they have added anti-drill pins to prevent drilling.

Do anti-snap locks cost an arm and a leg?

No is the simple answer! We price our snap-proof lock package at £210. It includes three Ultion WXM Plus locks: one for the front door, one for the back, and one for the patio or French doors. Removal of your existing locks and fitting Ultion locks is also included in this price. If you don’t need three locks, give us a call. We’re happy to quote for one lock. The WXM Plus is the top lock in the range and has been designed specifically for the domestic market.

It is easy to fall into the “if they want to get in, they will do” trap. In my experience as a Barnsley locksmith, the more deterrents you can put in place, the better. Anti-snap locks are one, but there are others. We can also offer this advice as part of our service when upgrading your locks.

Call KeyEdge on 01226 920154 to secure your doors

Is lock bumping and lock snapping the same?

These two terms are totally different and though lock bumping is on the increase, it is not as great a threat as snapping… yet!

Lock bumping is a lock picking technique for opening a euro or rim cylinder lock using a specially crafted bump key. A bump key must correspond to the target lock in order to work correctly.

The lock bumping technique can make it easy and fast to break into homes without needing special equipment or leaving any sign of forced entry. It works almost as well as actually having a key. A set of 10 lock bumping keys can open 75% of common euro locks and almost all standard euro locks are vulnerable to lock bumping.

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