What is Lock Snapping and How to Prevent it?

Did you arrive at your house and suddenly you find out the lock is snapped?

Now not only the lock is broken, but also your house and everyone in it isn’t safe.

However, you don’t need to worry! We at Locksmith Melbourne are here to help you understand what is a lock snapping, how to recover from it and how to prevent it next time.

A short introduction to a Lock Snapping

First of all, mosst people are familiar with the names “cylinder snapping” or “lock snapping“.  Lock snapping is a very common method used by burglars to break into a property that has a euro cylinder lock.

Furthermore, it may come as a surprise, but lock snapping doesn’t require any sort of special skill. Most thieves that break into a property are simply breaking the lock with no special method.

 
How does Lock Snapping work?

The method of lock snapping involves breaking the cylinder to then manipulate the lock to open.

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How long does lock snapping take?

It can take just 5-10 seconds for a thief to snap the lock.

In addition, the most important thing you need to remember is that lock snapping requires no specialist tools or knowledge. Therefore, it is very important to secure a house in the best way you can.

How to Prevent a Lock Snapping?

The best way to prevent lock snapping is simply by installing the most secure locks (smart locks with a pin code or a fingerprint).

Moreover, an anti-snap lock can also prevent a burglary. Meaning, a lock that can prevent lock snapping is a euro cylinder lock that is tested and approved to SS312 diamond standard.

 

How a lock will protect against lock snapping:
  • The lock must be tested against lock snapping
    – SS312 Diamond approved lock cylinders have been tested to resist this particular type of attack.
    – Changing your euro profile cylinders will protect your door, providing you with an anti-snap lock on your door.
  • Fit the lock correctly – a locksmith will also make sure the lock is fitted correctly, not fitting correctly will lead it prone to snapping.
  • There are different sizes of euro locks – Cylinders are available in various sizes, so fitting the correct size is vital.

How to recover from a Lock Snapping

The first thing you should do after the police work is done is to call a professional locksmith service to replace your lock. Also, we highly suggest you install the most secure lock. 

By that, you can make sure all your family and belonging are protected.

 

 

To sum up,

We at Locksmith Melbourne are available 24 hours a day for all kinds of emergencies.

Moreover, we can send you a technician to change your lock and secure your house any time!

Just give us a call and we will come right away!