Euro Cylinder Lock Replacement (uPVC & Composite Doors)

Euro cylinder replacement from £75 — anti-snap from £95. The Euro cylinder is the most common lock on UK uPVC and composite doors — and the most commonly attacked. Standard cylinders can be snapped in under 60 seconds. Upgrading to a 1-star or 3-star anti-snap cylinder is the single most cost-effective security improvement you can make.

What's included

• Measurement of your existing cylinder for an exact fit
• Supply of replacement cylinder to your chosen security grade
• Removal of old cylinder and installation of new
• Three new keys (most cylinders)
• Function test on the door's multi-point mechanism

Pricing

Standard Euro cylinders from £75. Anti-snap (1-star TS007) from £95. 3-star anti-snap (Sold Secure Diamond / Kitemarked TS007) from £125. The 3-star option is required by many insurance policies on front doors. No VAT and no call-out fee — the price you see is the price you pay. Parts and labour are included unless otherwise stated.

Frequently asked questions

What is lock snapping?
A common burglary technique where the protruding part of a standard Euro cylinder is snapped off, exposing the cam and allowing the door to be opened in seconds.

Do I need 1-star or 3-star?
3-star cylinders are tested to resist snapping, picking, drilling and bumping. 1-star resist snapping only when combined with a 2-star handle. We recommend 3-star for any front door.

Will the new cylinder fit my existing handle?
Yes — Euro cylinders are a standardised profile. We measure precisely so the cylinder sits flush (a protruding cylinder is a snap risk).

Service area & guarantee

We serve Preston, Lancashire and the surrounding PR postcode area. Same-day and emergency appointments available. All work is carried out by a fully insured local locksmith — no national call-centre middlemen. All our work is backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee.

Book online by selecting your option and adding to cart, or call us on 07786 917834 for advice and emergency callouts.