The latest criminal trend now common in the UK involves thieves overcoming your home security by ‘lock bumping’, without leaving any trace of access having been forced.
There are 22 million homes in the UK, which typically have three locks; of those, 65% are Yale type rim locks, which are at risk from ‘cylinder bumping’ or ‘lock bumping’.
Just nine easily obtained bump keys will open almost any cylinder lock in the UK and they are available legally as they are used by locksmiths.
You come home to find your door open and valuable possessions missing: When the police arrive they are unable to help, as there is no sign of a break in – you may have left your door open/unlocked.
If your house is burgled by this means it is unlikely that your insurers will approve a claim, again due to lack of evidence of forced entry.
If only cylinder locks secure your PVC doors, garage and other doors, then you need to take action; however, doors fitted with mortise locks, are not at risk.
A unique product to prevent this crime is now available, called Pickbuster â„¢ – a shock absorber for cylinder locks; the solution is squirted into your locks and secures them against lock bumping.
Pickbuster’s 5 Lock DIY Home Pack is ideal for the individual home, to protect all your locks: front and back doors, patio door, conservatory door, garage door and caravan door; the handy size bottle has been ergonomically designed to make it easy to use.
Available online, or at retailers priced at £19.99.
Web: http://www.pickbuster.co.uk/index.html
Tel: (0161) 763 5290