Anti Snap Locks Installation Northumberland & North Tyneside
Lock snapping has become one of the most common methods used by burglars to gain access to homes across the UK. Many properties fitted with standard euro cylinder locks on uPVC or composite doors are vulnerable to this type of attack, often allowing intruders to force entry in seconds with minimal noise and basic hand tools.
At Stay Safe Locksmiths, we help homeowners improve the security of their doors. We do this by upgrading weak older style euro cylinders to modern anti snap locks. These locks are designed to resist this increasingly common burglary technique.
If your property still has an older style euro cylinder fitted there’s a high chance its vulnerable to lock snapping. A quick anti snap lock upgrade can dramatically improve the protection of your home, giving you peace of mind and making your door far more resistant to forced entry.
How Anti Snap Locks Work
Anti snap locks are specifically engineered to prevent the type of attack used during lock snapping. These cylinders are designed with reinforced sections and sacrificial break points that stop burglars from gaining access to the internal locking mechanism.
If an attempt is made to snap the lock, the outer section breaks away in a controlled way while the rest of the cylinder remains intact. This prevents the intruder from manipulating the multi point lock and keeps the door secure.
Many high-quality anti snap cylinders also include additional security features such as, drill resistance, pick resistance and anti bump protection.
High Security TS007 3 Star Anti Snap Cylinders
High Security 2 Star Door Handles
Another important upgrade that many homeowners overlook is the door handles themselves. If a euro lock is the correct size the handles need to be damaged to expose the cylinder. Standard uPVC and composite door handles can be easily removed by burglars.
High security TS007 2 star door handles are specifically designed to prevent this problem. These handles include a reinforced protective section around the cylinder making them much harder to remove from the outside. Most brands also come with a cylinder guard that completely covers the front of the lock allowing only the key to pass through.
When combined with a high-quality anti snap cylinder, this creates a much stronger security setup for your door. A typical upgrade involves fitting a TS007 3 star anti snap cylinder, or A TS007 1 star cylinder, combined with a 2 star security handle. Both options achieve the maximum 3 star recommended security rating.
We specifically use Sweet handles made by Brisant secure because of their eye catching rounded design and impressive security. They also come with a 20 year corrosion guarantee making them the perfect choice for areas such as
Signs Your Lock May Be Vulnerable
Many homeowners are completely unaware that their door lock may be vulnerable to snapping. In most cases, there are no obvious warning signs until a security check is carried out by a professional locksmith.
However, your lock may be more vulnerable if:
Your door was installed over 10 years ago and the lock has never been upgraded.
The cylinder sticks out too far from the door handle or escutcheon. If part of the cylinder is exposed, it can make it easier for burglars to grip the lock and apply force.
Your lock does not display any visible security rating such as TS007 or a star rating.
If you’re unsure whether your lock is secure, we can carry out a
security check and advise whether an upgrade would improve your door security. This is a service we are often asked to provide in the
