Restoring Security After uPVC Door Burglary in Leamington Spa
🆘 The Problem
A client from Leamington Spa contacted us after a night-time burglary. Intruders broke into the home through the rear uPVC doors, snapping the door handles and lock cylinders. They also stole the car keys and drove away with the client’s vehicle.
The method of entry was a common vulnerability of uPVC doors: the burglar used a technique called lock snapping, which involves breaking the lock cylinder to bypass the locking mechanism. The standard, uncertified Euro cylinders installed on the door provided no resistance to this attack.
🛠️ The Solution
We arrived promptly for an emergency locksmith service and carried out the following security upgrade:
Removed the broken uPVC door handles.
Installed brand-new, durable door handles that work with the multi-point locking system.
Replaced the damaged, basic Euro cylinders with TS007 certified High-Security 3 Star cylinders. These cylinders are designed to resist all common burglary methods, including snapping, drilling, bumping, and picking.
Checked and adjusted the doors to ensure proper operation with the new components and the door gearbox.
✅ The Outcome
After the lock replacement and uPVC door repair, the client’s home security was fully restored:
The uPVC doors were once again fully secure.
The new locks and handles worked flawlessly.
The client regained peace of mind and confidence in the safety of their home after such a distressing incident.
The client thanked us for the quick response and praised the quality of the newly installed high-security cylinders.
This case highlights the importance of using 3 Star High-Security cylinders on uPVC doors, as they provide the level of protection needed to prevent forced entry and safeguard your home.
