WINDOW AND DOOR SECURITY
| LOCKS ON WINDOWS & DOORS |
Securing windows against burglary is every bit as important as doorways. Your windows are just as vulnerable as your normal doorways. Consider this question – if you locked yourself out of your house, would you be able to get in through a window?
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| GLASS | By the simple fact that dual-pane glass has 2 pieces of glass instead of 1 you have more safety. In addition, there are different types of glass that you can install that makes it harder to bust the glass. In order of increased security they are
Screens and ventilating locks are not designed for and should never be relied upon for security. |
| PATIO DOORS | Security in patio doors can be improved in two areas
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If none of these tips find your local locksmith and have them rekey everything or fix locks that they can.