For housing associations, ensuring properties are safe, functional and cost-effective is paramount. Souber Tools, the UK’s leading and longest-established manufacturer of locksmith tools, has been a trusted name among professionals since its founding in 1990 by Paul Souber. With 35 years of expertise, the company has built a reputation for delivering simple, reliable tools, distributed across the UK and exported to 25 countries. Now, Souber Tools is revolutionising property maintenance for housing associations by addressing the persistent challenges of UPVC and composite door repairs.
In 2022, Souber Tools expanded its portfolio to focus on UPVC door and window repair solutions, responding to a critical need in residential property management. Paul Souber partnered with Paul Batty, a UPVC repair specialist from Hull, to develop a range of over a dozen specialised tools and kits tailored for UPVC doors, windows and composite doors. These innovative solutions are designed to minimise repair costs, reduce tenant disruption and extend the lifespan of property assets, offering housing associations a practical approach to maintenance challenges.
In 2024, Souber Tools introduced kits specifically engineered for failed UPVC multipoint door locks and window mechanisms. With over 5,000 kits sold, these affordable tools have proven their value by enabling repairs with minimal damage and preserving property value. Looking ahead to 2025, the company is set to launch nine new tool kits, each addressing unique industry challenges such as poor maintenance, temperature fluctuations, UK humidity and hinge wear—common issues that, if ignored, can lead to costly replacements.
The collaboration between Paul Souber, a former Chubb Technical Lock expert and Paul Batty, a UPVC repair specialist, has driven this progress. Their combined expertise has resulted in practical, high-quality tools that empower housing associations to address maintenance proactively, ensuring safer homes for tenants. In the first two years of their partnership, the duo developed five innovative products, laying the foundation for further advancements.
Housing associations can explore these ground-breaking solutions at the Master Locksmiths Association Lock Expo, taking place from 17–19 October 2025 at the Telford International Centre. Souber Tools will showcase its full range of products at a 40-square-metre stand, offering live, hands-on demonstrations. With 100 exhibitors and 2,500 trade visitors expected, the event is a prime opportunity to discover how Souber Tools is transforming the repair and maintenance industry.
For more information or to connect with Souber Tools, visit www.soubertools.com or contact info(Replace this parenthesis with the @ sign)soubertools.com. Don’t miss the chance to see these innovative solutions in action at the Telford International Centre this October.