There are countless methods and practices for protecting your home or business from intruders these days, from alarm systems to CCTV. However, ensuring that your door locks are strong and secure is still a fundamental way to avoid a break-in.
Contrary to what films and TV programs have us believe, the vast majority of burglars are not sneaking around clad in black clothing, stealthily avoiding security sensors and delicately picking locks. Most prefer a far simpler approach, simply forcing their way in through insufficiently protected doors.
Many front and back doors across the country are particularly vulnerable to forced entry, especially through the metal casing attached to the door frame that is supposed to secure the deadlock providing a weak point. A large amount of these are fixed with small, easy to break screws that render any other safety features of your door useless.
Fitting a multipoint lock like ERA’s Vectic Plus eradicates the dangers of weak and non-robust units that contain a cylinder. This model is cylinder-free, and is designed for use with both uPVC and composite doors, meeting both PAS 23 and PAS 24 standards. It is able to withstand attack from force as well as drilling and lock picking.
Union locks are another manufacturer that can be relied on. The recent StrongBoltTM was recently introduced to their insurance rated range of BS3621 mortice locks, helping to improve safety, and includes a reversible radius latch and anti-rattle adjustable strike for convenience and ease of use.
It’s not just front and back doors that can be vulnerable to break-in; patio doors can be another source of entry for opportunistic burglars.
Yale’s Doormaster range is perhaps the best solution here, providing your sliding patio doors with a strong and robust multipoint lock system that is suited for use on all uPVC doors, running the whole height of the door with bolts in at least three places to ensure maximum security. The range can be fitted to most existing doors, allowing for a replacement of your existing lock system without the need to replace your doors too.
Whether you’re concerned about the safety of your front door, think your back door might be easy to kick in, or want to shore up your patio windows, Doorfit provide the answer. With over 30,000 ironmongery products in our warehouse, we’re sure to stock the best solution to your security needs, and our expert team are on hand to provide advice and full installation throughout the Birmingham area.
For more information or advice about the best way to secure your home or business, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Doorfit today.