NATIONAL HOME SECURITY MONTH
Back to Basics with Security Offering simple advice can make the difference between a home being secure or an easy focus .
A home is only as secure as its weakest point of entry , so it ’ s the old adage of thinking like a burglar for the best protection ; for example , it ’ s important that door security is up to standard , because if front and back doors are not secure , then neither is a home .
Fabricators and installers should also highlight the importance of securing entrance points to garages , sheds , and outbuildings . Garages in particular are typically where ladders and other tools are stored , which can help an opportunist gain access to a house .
All these security measures may appear common sense and somewhat ‘ back to basics ’ to which , fabricators and installers will no doubt have ‘ tried and tested ’ choices to help protect homeowners and their property .
But in the current market , this could lead to lost opportunities to create genuine extra value and build on a company ’ s reputation to offer complete peace of mind .
Anti-Snap Cylinders
Simply upgrading the locking cylinders installed can make a huge difference both to security levels and to homeowner reassurance .
For example , where there are concerns about “ bumping ” or snapping the lock , Mul-T-Lock ’ s MTL300 Break Secure 3XP , which is based upon the popular Break Secure XP technology , was the first to be accredited on a cylinder only basis to the coveted BSi Kitemark TS007 3 * standards .
MTL300 Break Secure 3XP was specially developed by Mul-T-Lock ’ s product development team to resist such manipulation attacks .
Whereas many ordinary cylinders tend to break in the centre when attacked MTL300 Break Secure 3XP as its name implies , is purpose designed so that the front of the cylinder deliberately snaps under attack at a particular breaking point , leaving the main portion of the cylinder intact , secure , and fully functional .
MTL300 Break Secure 3XP is also supplied with Mul-T-Lock ’ s special double-sided key , which by nature of its design , can be operated either way to open the lock .
This is particularly useful if locks are positioned at the top or bottom of the door or if the door is in a dimly lit area . Plus , there are benefits for elderly or visually impaired users , as they don ’ t have to locate the sharp edge of a conventional key to position it correctly in the lock .
At the same time , a fabricator or installer would be able to offer homeowners the added security benefits of a one key house .
One Key House Solution
In a one key house , just one key can be created to operate front and back doors , the conservatory , padlocks to sheds and even access garages and gates .
Understandably , some fabricators and installers may not wish to go to the lengths and expense of having a dedicated key duplicating machine , with all the required staff training , on their own premises . Yet there is an opportunity to forge alliances with a local professional locksmith who can provide the correct level of advice and will have this technology to hand .
Together , a powerful security proposition for the homeowner can be created to offer the ultimate protection against opportunist attack .
In summary , Mul-T-Lock offers a complete security solution for fabricators and installers to offer homeowners the highest level of protection in toughest times , this Autumn / Winter and ultimately minimise the risk of becoming a statistic in the difficult economic environment .
Here , Mul-T-Lock UK has worked hard in a demanding market to make sure it Is consistently able to offer fabricators and installers a high-quality security solution that offers peace of mind to the end user when they most need it , to lead the way against cylinder manipulation and opportunist attack .
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