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How to Choose a Smart Lock For Double Glazed Door It is essential to choose a smart lock that meets high standards of security when shopping for double door locks. This includes being SS312 diamond-approved or at the very least Kitemarked TS007 3-Star, which prevents locking snapping. Make sure your doors are prepared with bore holes prior to choosing a smart lock. In the event that you don't, you might need to install a security measure like a hinge bolt. uPVC Door Locks Most uPVC doors come with an euro cylinder lock that is located inside the handle and connects to a multi-lock system in the frame of the door. The issue with many older or cheap uPVC doors is that the cylinder locks are easily'snapped', rendering the multi-lock system ineffective and allowing intruders entry into your home. The best quality uPVC doors should be fitted with an euro cylinder that is anti-snap and more difficult to manipulate. Multipoint locks are a popular choice for uPVC doors because they provide more security than the single cylinder. They are usually long and have several locking points on the frame and door to stop burglars from entering through the unlocked part of the door. When selecting how to repair a upvc window lock RepairMyWindowsAndDoors for your uPVC door, make sure that it is approved to the highest security standards. The most secure locks are those that have been approved to SS312 Diamond, or at least Kitemarked in accordance with TS007 3-Star. Both of these standards require tests for protection against lock snapping. Maintaining your uPVC door locks lubricated with a product such as WD40 will help to increase their longevity and prevent the locking mechanism from becoming stiff or causing the handle to slack when used. This can be a sign that there is a problem with the springs inside that will require replacement or an indication that you're using too much force when locking the door as this could cause damage to the mechanism. It is recommended that if you have to replace uPVC locks, you contact an expert locksmith who is specialized in uPVC replacement locks. They can provide you with the most suitable type of lock for your door and offer an estimate that is competitive. They can also repair damaged panels and replace your handles. A professional uPVC locksmith usually charges between PS35 and PS50 for the replacement of your uPVC door locks. They will provide a complete service that is fast efficient, and executed to the highest quality. They will charge an additional fee when they have to rekey the locks or board any windows that were damaged. uPVC Euro Cylinder Locks Cylinder locks (also called door barrels) are used in uPVC doors and are connected to the multi point locking system that is located within the door frame. These locks are also found in internal glazed door and conservatories. These locks provide an excellent security level, but are vulnerable to attack such as lock snapping or bumping. It is therefore crucial to double lock uPVC doors before going to go to bed or leaving your house. There are a myriad of different cylinder locks available on market, and it is important to determine which best suits your needs prior to buying. For instance, you must take into consideration how often you lock your uPVC door and whether you would like a keyed alike system that allows all of your doors can be opened using the same key. The most common type of cylinder lock is the euro cylinder that is found in a lot of uPVC doors. These are usually made of brass and come in a variety of sizes to fit on most doors. The biggest models are typically used for the front and back doors on larger properties. It is essential to choose a euro cylinder that has been tested according to the kitemark standards – SS312 Diamond approved or TS 007 3-star and provides protection against Picking Drilling Bumping and Snapping. Cylinder locks are available in a range of sizes and some can be offset, which means they are only locked from the inside when they have been moved to a closed position by turning the handle upwards. You must also think about how much money you want to spend on a Upvc lock. Prices will vary based on what level of security you require and the features you would like to include. It is crucial to measure your door prior to replacing a cylinder in order to ensure that the new cylinder will be capable of fitting. To do this, first locate the screw fixing cylinder typically a large-headed screw inline with the lower end of the cylinder, and then remove it. Next, find the cylinder and take the distance from the edge of the lock face to the centre of the screw hole. This is your measurement A. Then, measure from the edge of the door to the centre including any furniture and this is your measurement B. Make sure you compare A and B to make sure you've measured accurately. uPVC Multipoint Locks The most secure lock for your uPVC or composite door is a multipoint locking mechanism, they are long strip locks that extend along the length of the door and have multiple bolts and hooks that lock when the handle is turned. They provide greater security for your home, and are available in a variety of styles to fit all door types and tastes. uPVC multipoint locks are the kind of lock you'll find on the majority of new uPVC doors, as well as on the majority of composite/timber doors. Unlike Euro Cylinder locks which are prone to 'lock snapping' the multipoint lock is designed to resist this kind of attack. This is due to the locking points on a multipoint system are connected to a steel bar that stops the rollers and hooks from separating without taking the key out of the cylinder. Most new uPVC and composite doors will have an anti-snap multipoint lock installed as standard, but If you're worried that yours might not be, it's worth having it checked by your local locksmith. You can determine the lock by opening the door and looking at the metal strip that runs the length of the door. The most commonly used manufacturers are ERA, Avocet Fuhr, or Mila. You'll need to employ a lever lever to the lock or turn the key a number of times to engage the locking points. This is also known as winding up the lock. Once all the locking points are engaged you can then open and close the door with the handle and utilize the key to lock it – this throws out the deadbolt located in the central gearbox and is the strongest locking mechanism. It's best to purchase your uPVC front door lock from a company that has a specialization in doors and window products. These locks are vital for the security of your family and your home. The purchase of a cheap replacement multipoint lock is unwise when the security and locks quality of your new doors don't meet the required standards – this will not only put your family at risk but could affect your insurance premium as well. uPVC Rim Locks There are a few different types of uPVC rim locks. The most basic rim lock one that is a one-touch lock. When you close the door it deadlocks automatically. You can also purchase one that you need to manually lock using a key before leaving the house. They are not able to be slipped open and are among the more secure options you can fit to your door. These locks are suitable for timber or wooden doors for homes with a domestic feel as well as glass panelled doors for commercial buildings. You can get these locks approved in accordance with the new British Standard BS3621, so that your insurance provider will offer you a reduction on your cost. The multi-points locks that are used on uPVC and composite doors are extremely secure and offer the highest level of security on your home. These locks have multiple locking points that ensure that even if you try to open the handle it will not turn. These locks are designed to make it hard for burglars to gain access to the handles so that they are unable to retract the latch from outside. These locks can be fitted with mortice locks to provide additional security against burglars who break through the window. They are a great choice for doors that lead into gardens and outbuildings as they provide extra protection from thieves who are able to climb through the window to gain entry. If you're worried about your uPVC door or composite door snapping, we can install an anti-snap lock to stop this. We use them on our composite doors, and are the only uPVC installation company in Belvedere to provide this. If you want your locks changed out of hours then it is possible to have it done since we have a mobile van which can come to your home. This is a slightly higher cost than when we are working during the day, but it's worth it for the ease and security of having your uPVC doors locks changed out-of-hours.