The lock is the most important part of the door, and therefore, the safest in order to avoid access to strangers. The locks have evolved over the years, just like the techniques of thieves. Therefore we always recommend having a last generation lock at home, so you can stop whoever wants to try.
Changing your lock isn't just for when you've lost your keys. High-security locks are worth fitting proactively, because they protect against the most common break-in techniques — including bumping, a well-known method that is still widely used. With bumping, a thief can enter a property in seconds, leaving no visible damage to the lock. More than half the locks installed in Mallorca are vulnerable to this technique.
A quality lock has internal springs and pin systems that prevent bumping and picking. Another reason to upgrade is key security: many older keys can be copied easily, and some locks can be opened with generic "master keys" — a serious vulnerability that's easily solved by fitting a modern lock.
At Antonio Coll Locksmiths, we recommend fitting a quality high-security lock. The upfront cost is higher, but the lifespan is much longer and the protection against break-ins is far superior. These locks are built to last for decades.
It’s also worth knowing the most common type of attack in your area. Houses and flats in the same development often have identical locks — all equally vulnerable to bumping or drilling. We’ll carry out a full security assessment of your door and lock, and recommend exactly what you need — nothing more, nothing less.
Doors come in many types — the most common being solid wood and armoured. But a strong door does not mean a strong lock — the two work together. We supply and fit locks for all door types, from the simplest to the most complex.
Apart from this, we also work with lock conversion kits, which allows you to change the most vulnerable old lock and move to a new european profile lock without having to change the whole door, which saves a lot of time and money to the client.
