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How to Choose a Smart Lock For Double Glazed Door If you're searching for an intelligent lock designed for double doors, you need to select one that satisfies the highest security standards. This includes being SS312 Diamond approved or at least Kitemarked to TS007 3 Star, which will prevent the lock from snapping. Make sure that your doors are pre-drilled with bore holes prior to choosing a smart lock. Otherwise, you may need to install a security measure like hinge bolts. uPVC Door Locks The majority of uPVC doors feature a euro cylinder lock which is concealed within the handle and connects to a multi-lock system inside the door frame. The problem with many older or cheaper uPVC doors is that the standard lock are easily'snapped', rendering the multi-lock system useless and allowing burglars to gain access to your home. The best quality uPVC doors should use euro cylinders that are resistant to snaps and more difficult to manipulate. Multipoint locks are a popular choice for uPVC door because they offer more security than one cylinder. They usually are long and feature several locking points in the frame and the door to prevent burglars from entering through the unlocked side. If you are looking for a multipoint locking system for your uPVC doors, make sure to choose one that has been approved in accordance with the highest standards of security. The most secure locks are approved to SS312 Diamond or at least Kitemarked to TS007 3 Star and both of these standards have tests to prevent locking snapping. WD40 can extend the life of your uPVC locks and stop them from becoming stiff. It also prevents the handle from sliding when you use it. This can be a sign that there is an issue with the springs inside that will need to be replaced or an indication that you are using too much force when locking the door, as this can damage the mechanism. It is recommended that if you need to replace uPVC locks you contact a locksmith who specializes in uPVC replacement locks. They can help you decide which lock is suitable for your door, and give you a price quote. They can also replace handles and repair broken panels if necessary. A professional uPVC locksmith will usually charge between PS35 and PS50 for the replacement of your uPVC door locks. They will provide a complete service that is quick efficient, and completed to the highest standard. If they need to rekey locks or board up any windows that have been damaged, it will cost an additional fee. uPVC Euro Cylinder Locks The multi-point locking mechanism is located in the door frame and is connected to the cylinder locks (also known as door barrels). These locks can also be found in the internal glazed doors and conservatories. These locks offer the highest level of security but are vulnerable to attacks like bumping or snapping. This is why it's crucial to lock your uPVC doors before retiring to bed or leaving the house. There are a myriad of different cylinder locks on the market, and it's important to determine which best meets your needs prior to purchasing. For example, you should think about the frequency you lock your uPVC door and whether you'd like a keyed-along system that allows all of your doors can be opened with the same key. The euro cylinder is the most popular type of cylinder. It is found on most uPVC door. They are typically made from brass and are available in various sizes to fit on most doors. The largest models are typically used for the front and back doors on larger properties. When selecting a euro cylinder, it is essential to make sure that it has been tested to the correct kitemark standard – these are SS312 Diamond Approved or TS007 3 stars and offer protection against drilling, Picking, Bumping and Snapping. Cylinder locks are available in a variety of lengths and some can be offset, which means they can only be locked from the inside when they are moved to a closed position by turning the handle upwards. You must also think about the amount you would like to spend on an uPVC lock. Prices will differ based on what security level you require and the features you want to include. When replacing a cylinder lock, it is essential to measure up your door to ensure that the new cylinder will fit correctly. To do this find the cylinder screw which is typically a large-headed screw that is located in line with the lower end cylinder, and then remove it. Then upvc window lock repairs near me will need to locate the cylinder on the door and take a measurement from the edge of the lock face to the center of the screw hole. This is your measurement A. Then, measure from the edge of the door to the centre, excluding furniture and this is your measurement B. Make sure you compare A and B to be sure you've measured accurately. uPVC Multipoint Locks The most secure lock for your uPVC or composite door is a multipoint locking system, these are long strip locks which extend the length of the door. They are equipped with multiple bolts and hooks that lock into place when the handle is turned. These locks provide more security for your home and are available in a variety of styles to fit any door type or taste. uPVC multipoint locks are the type of lock that you will see on most new uPVC doors and most timber and composite doors. In contrast to Euro Cylinder locks which are prone to 'lock snapping' the multipoint lock is designed to ward off this attack. This is because the locking points in a multipoint system are connected to a steel bar that prevents the hooks and rollers from dispersing without removing the key from the cylinder. The majority of the new uPVC and composite doors feature an anti-snap multipoint locking fitted as standard, if you're concerned yours may not then it's worth getting the lock checked by a local locksmith. The lock can usually be identified by opening the door and looking down the keep (the metal strip which runs along the length of the door) for the logo of the manufacturer, ERA, Avocet, Fuhr or Mila are the most commonly used manufacturers. The process of turning the lock on is accomplished by either turning an lever on the lock or turning the key a few times. Once all locking points are engaged then you can utilize the handle to open and close the doors, and the key will deadlock it. This releases the deadbolt that is located in the central gearbox. When it comes time to replace your uPVC or composite front door lock it's recommended to purchase from an established company that specializes in windows and doors because the locks that are used on these products play a significant role in securing your home and your family. If the security and locks of your new doors don't meet the requirements, buying a cheap multipoint lock is a risky economic decision. This could not only put your family at risk, but also affect your insurance premium. uPVC Rim Locks There are a few different kinds of uPVC the rim lock. The most basic is an slam shut lock. when you close the door it will automatically lock, however you can also purchase a version which you have to lock manually with the key before leaving the house. These locks cannot be slipped open and are among the more secure options that you can fit to your door. These locks are suitable for wooden/timber doors on homes for domestic use as well as glass panelled doors for commercial buildings. You can even get these locks certified to the latest British standard BS3621 so that your insurance company will offer discounts on your insurance premium. Multi-point locks are commonly used on uPVC doors and composite doors. They are extremely secure and offer the highest level security for your home. They have a variety of locking positions so that you can't force the handle to turn when you try. These locks are also designed to make it difficult for burglars to break through the handles so they can't pull the latch from the outside. They can be fitted with mortice locks to offer additional security against break-ins through the window. They are a good option for doors that open into gardens and outbuildings as they provide extra security from those who climb through the window to gain access. If you are worried about your uPVC door or composite door snapping, we can install an anti-snaplock that will stop this from happening. We install these on our composite doors and are the only uPVC installers in Belvedere that offer this. We can change your locks out of hours as we have a mobile van that can come to your home. The locksmith cost for this is slightly higher than when we work during the day but it's worth the extra cost for the security and peace of mind of having your uPVC door locks changed during the night.