Recent statistics have shown that around 76% of domestic burglaries are made via a door, with a forced lock and an unlocked door being the top two most common methods of door entry.
Many UK homeowners do not realise that failing to include locks which meet British Standards can invalidate an insurance policy. Insurance companies will ask for details about types of locking systems on all external doors and all downstairs windows. Do you know what type of lock you have? Have you just assumed the previous owners … Happy New Year and lets make sure it is a happy one!
We were recently called to change a euro cylinder lock in a front door in a property in Culcheth. In 90% of uPVC doors, there is a Eurocylinderlock, these have been found to have design faults and therefore need changing. The design faults have led to a weakness within the cylinder which has led to … Are your locks as safe as you think they are?
Recent crime analysis has revealed there is a distinct spike in shed and garage break-ins during the spring months. It is highly recommended, homeowners do not fail to address security in these areas in addition to their homes. A staggering 36,000 households in the UK in 2016 fell victim to burglary with a concerning just … Avoid spring-time theft
Door cylinder snapping & bumping is on the rise. The type of lock found in 90% pvcu and upvc doors is called a Euro cylinder lock.
