When making an upgrade to your entrance, a stylish door is important – but a secure door is essential. With rising figures of opportunistic burglaries, homeowners are increasingly looking for clear and trustworthy ways to measure the security that a front door can offer.
One such way to assess a door’s security is PAS 24, but what exactly is it, and why does it matter?
What PAS 24 Certification Actually Covers
PAS 24 is a security standard for doors and windows in the UK. It involves the physical testing of all components of a door, not just the locks and handles. It tests resistance to attempts at forced entry using tools and techniques that burglars often use.
The testing includes manual attacks with tools like screwdrivers and crowbars, manipulation of any locks and impact loads on hinges and fixing points. Only doors that withstand all these simulated attacks gain PAS 24 certification, and give you verifiable peace of mind that your door is equipped to resist real forced entry attempts.
Why This Standard Matters for Homeowners
Nothing is more important than security when buying a new front door. PAS 24 certification gives security-conscious homeowners a mark they can rely on.
PAS 24 is tested, not claimed. Its testing is carried out totally independently, so the results are entirely trustworthy.
It tests more than just locks and handles and ensures that the entire doorset is prepared to protect your home from various forms of attacks. Such rigorous and in-depth testing also makes the certification a benchmark for insurers when assessing a home’s level of security.
How Composite Doors Meet or Exceed This Standard
Endurance can provide product specifications compliant with PAS 24:2022 +A1 and Approved Document Q legislation upon request. This range of doors is designed and tested to meet all requirements as part of a complete doorset – this includes their hinges, locking hardware and glass.
All our products are safe and secure, but not all Endurance doors meet PAS 24 requirements, so it’s important to check the specific product details and discuss any PAS 24 requirements with your Endurance Installer Partner.
