While you might immediately think about your doors when planning home security measures, AJ’s, your reliable emergency locksmiths Burwood can tell you that your homes windows, if not secured properly, may offer an appealing point of entry for prospective home intruder. Making sure that your windows are secure at all times is important to the ever-present need for home security.
There are several ways that you can see to the security of your windows. Of course, the security measures will depend on several factors, including:
• The age of your home and of the windows
• The style of windows
• The height of your windows
• The extent of security that you desire.
Our Burwood team of experienced 24 hour locksmiths can guide you through several ways to increasing your home security through your windows. Some of these ways include:
• Simply making it a habit to keep all of your windows locked at all times
• Only opening the top portion of windows if you want fresh air
• Utilizing windows stop. In newer models of windows these are pieces of plastic that protrude from the window frame when engaged and stop the window from being opened further than a few inches
• Inserting dowels in the tracks of windows that are open to prevent the windows from being opened further
• Ensuring that there are no landscaping features that could allow easy access to a window off the ground
• Making sure there are no dark spots around your home in which an intruder may hide
• Have security film applied over your windows. This special film creates a barrier for the glass, preventing it from shattering even under impact. These films can be designed to remain clear and unnoticeable, or contain UV protection and even some design elements. If an intruder tries to shatter the glass of the window this film will hold all the pieces together and hold the film in the window frame, protecting you from the shards of glass and keeping the intruder from gaining entry.
