Anti-snap locks fitted

Let’s stop making it easy for burglars

Lock snapping is fast, quiet, and a very common form of forced entry into properties across South Yorkshire and parts of North Lincolnshire. But it’s also one of the easiest burglary methods to stop. Protect your home properly, and upgrades with anti-snap locks fitted make burglars walk away. Lock snapping is now one of the most common ways burglars gain entry through uPVC, patio, and composite doors.

I often hear customers say… “If they want to get in, they’ll get in anyway.”

To a point, that’s true, but real-world experience tells a different story. In most cases, burglars arrive specifically to snap a lock. If they fail:

• They move on quickly
• They don’t hang around
• They don’t try another method

That’s exactly why anti-snap locks work. When a burglar sees the distinctive profile of a high-security anti-snap cylinder, they know the door will take too long and make too much noise to attack. So they leave.

The good news is that lock snapping is easy to prevent

By installing high-security anti-snap locks, we can significantly reduce the risk of burglary and protect your home and family in the long term. Stephen Fretwell Locksmith supplies and installs tested, police-recommended anti-snap locks that:

• Deter burglars immediately
• Do not change the look of your door
• Upgrade security without replacing the door

Simple changes. Big security gains.

Why lock snapping is so common

Most modern doors use euro-cylinder locks. These are commonly found on:

• uPVC doors
• Composite doors
• Some wooden doors
• Sliding patio and aluminium doors

The cylinders are usually made from brass. Brass doesn’t rust and is low-maintenance… but it’s also soft. Many standard euro locks have a built-in weak point, and with basic tools and a little knowledge, a burglar can:

• Snap the cylinder
• Remove the broken section
• Open the locking mechanism

Unfortunately, lock snapping methods are now widely shared online, making vulnerable locks an easy target for burglars.

How do you know if your locks are vulnerable?

The honest answer… You usually don’t.

There’s a common belief that only locks over 10 years old are vulnerable, but that’s not true. Even brand-new properties are not guaranteed to have anti-snap locks fitted. There’s no legal or insurance requirement for them to be installed as standard.

Free advice from Stephen Fretwell locksmith

Send a clear photo of your lock and key via WhatsApp. There’s no need to remove anything. I’ll tell you whether your locks are vulnerable and if an upgrade is recommended. No pressure, no sales talk.

High-security anti-snap locks fitted

Upgrading your locks is simple and highly effective. Stephen Fretwell Locksmith replaces standard cylinders with high-security anti-snap locks that:

• Fit your existing door
• Instantly remove the snap vulnerability

As well as snap resistance, these locks also include:

• Anti-pick protection
• Anti-drill protection
• Anti-bump protection
• Thermal protection
• Anti-twist protection

This layered security makes forced entry slow, noisy, and unattractive to burglars.

Ultimate door protection: high-security door handles

If a euro cylinder sits flush with the external handle, burglars will try to break the handle first to reach the lock. This risk can be greatly reduced by fitting high-security PAS 24 door handles.

These handles:

• Create a reinforced barrier around the lock
• Prevent access to the cylinder
• Act as a visible deterrent
• Make burglars think twice

They also look smart and improve the overall appearance of many modern doors. While not suitable for every door, they fit a large proportion of uPVC and composite doors.

Anti-snap locks fitted… protect against forced entry

For maximum security, we recommend combining:

• A three-star anti-snap euro cylinder lock
• A high-security PAS 24 handle set

Together, they provide one of the strongest defences against lock snapping and forced entry, without replacing your door.

Let’s stop making it easy for burglars and make your door the reason they walk away.