Just about to exchange, Home Insurace lock quirie

sevenhills

dares_uk wrote: »

"hasp and staple with a stout closed shackle padlock"
I'm unsure how this type of lock/fitting can be fitted/used with an up and over door.

One part of the clasp would be bolted to the top of the garage door(as it opens inwards) the other part would be screwed to the frame of the garage(at the top).

wantonnoodle

I think what they may be interested in is a lock between the bottom of the up and over door and the floor. My uncle has an up and over garage and due to break ins in his local area (thankfully not his property) he was required by insurance to add extra security. He installed something like this:


I would consider asking if this is something the insurance companies are asking for as to me this is one of the best ways of securing an up and over door - you can't swing the bottom of the door outwards to open it when it's locked.