UPVC Locks
UPVC repairs
I carry a large stock of door and window mechanisms, spare parts and handles so I can fix most problems in a single visit.
UPVC locks in general
UPVC double glazed doors last a long time and many of them are now over thirty years old. The security of these doors varied greatly when they were installed and some were inadequate when new but they are especially so now that lock standards have improved.
There are many things that can be done to increase the security of UPVC doors. Call us for advice.
Break-ins
There is a serious problem with the design of locks fitted to UPVC and composite doors that criminals have learnt how to exploit.
According to West Yorkshire Police more than a quarter of all burglaries in West Yorkshire are by a method call 'lock snapping' and the figure for Lancashire will be similar. Usually the handle is broken first to get access to grip the cylinder and snap the cylinder.
BBC article on lock snapping
I can inspect your property and advise on security.
There are several things that can be done to greatly improve security and prevent break-in.
If you have suffered a break-in I can quickly make repairs and ensure your future security by fitting upgrades.
Security upgrades
We stock the leading brands of high security products.
We recommend and fit high security handles which are proven to deter any attempt at entry.
