What is lock snapping?

Lock snapping is a burglary technique which involves snapping a particular type of lock cylinder in two by applying the right amount of force and removing the outside part to expose the locking mechanism.

How common is lock snapping?

Lock snapping is one of the most common burglary methods, and it has been estimated around 27% of all burglaries are through snapping the lock. Lock snapping occurs when force is applied to the outside of the cylinder, using mole grips or similar.

How do I know if I have an anti snap lock?

Can you break anti snap locks?

Lock manufacturers have developed higher security anti-snap cylinders to overcome the risk of lock snapping. These security cylinders feature anti-snap lines so if force is applied to either end of the cylinder the intruder will break the lock at the anti-snap line and not at the center of the cylinder.

How do burglars break locks?

A locksmith has warned of a new crime method used by burglars. Burglars are reportedly using blowtorches to damage and snap off door locks to gain access to properties, Locksmith L&E Ltd has said. The Manchester-based company said they have seen several cases of this type of entry.

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Are anti snap locks worth it?

I recommend as a minimum the Yale Superior cylinder, they are a good quality lock with some interesting features – They are difficult to pick, difficult to drill and very difficult for burglars to snap – combined with good quality handles and fitted correctly they are a burglars worst nightmare.

What is a 3-star lock?

A 3-star Sold Secure Diamond rating, means a cylinder/lock has been tested above and beyond the usual standards required for TS007, and has also been tested by the Master Locksmiths Association.

Are Yale locks Anti snap?

Yale euro locks help to secure a home or place of work, commonly installed on a uPVC door and operated with a key. Featuring anti-snap, anti-bump and kitemarked properties to provide added protection against cylinder attacks or accidental damage, Yale euro cylinders are insurance approved for peace of mind.

How can I improve my front door security?

How do I know what type of lock I have?

How secure are uPVC doors?

UPVC doors are useless with a cheap barrel!

These locks can be a real security risk unless they are fitted with certain type of barrel. The main reason these locks are so vulnerable is they can be so easily snapped and pulled out of the handle, leaving thieves a free pass to open the locked door.

Do burglars drill locks?

Burglars are drilling holes to break into homes, but better locks can offer protection. A new type of break-in is becoming a concern in central Indiana; burglars are drilling a hole above the deadbolt locks on doors in order to get in while the homeowner is away.

What is a lock snap burglary?

Lock snapping is a burglary technique which involves snapping a particular type of lock cylinder in two by applying the right amount of force and removing the outside part to expose the locking mechanism.

What's a sash jammer?

What are Sash Jammers? Sash Jammers are commonly used as additional security to secure uPVC doors or windows and are available as locking and non-locking options. A Sash jammer will prevent a door or window from opening should the lock be bypassed by a thief.

Can you get Yale keys cut?

Can Yale keys be copied? Yes, normal Yale keys can be cut and copied, if you have a Yale security key then proof of ownership will be required by the locksmith cutting the key.

Which euro cylinder lock is best?

What is the safest door lock?

Deadbolt door locks are the most secure type of key lock and are usually used on a home's exterior door. Available in single- and double-cylinder styles, deadbolts are rated according to their strength from Grade 1 to Grade 3. A Grade 1 is the highest grade and provides the most security.

What is anti bump lock?

Anti-bump locks work by having more pins and specially made keys, having shallow pin stacks to prevent them 'jumping' up or locks that have programmable side bars and no top pins. Locks that use rotating disks also protect against bumping, keeping your door securely shut.

Are euro locks safe?

Anti-snap locks are high security euro lock cylinders that are designed and tested to protect against lock snapping stopping a thief from breaking the lock into two parts. This type of cylinder is usually found on uPVC doors. You may find people refer to Anti-Snap locks as 'Snapsafe Locks' as well.

How secure are ABS locks?

ABS® is one of the highest accredited locks available - with the Master Locksmith Association's Sold Secure Diamond standard, a TS007 3 star rating and the insurance recommended British Kitemark™ stamp. Find out more. ABS has also met Police Preferred Specifications and has been accredited by Secured by Design.

Who makes Ultionlocks?

Brisant-Secure (the owners of Ultion) is the eighteenth fastest growing company in the UK, according to the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100, published Sunday December 1^st 2020. We think this is down to the popularity of Ultion.