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If you want to make your home secure you must first tackle the most vulnerable points of entry those parts of your home that a burglar will initially try to gain entry through. These points are your windows and doors.
For this reason it is important if you want to protect your home, that you have to ensure that you have proper security for your doors and windows.
There are many things that you can do in the area of home security that will make your windows and doors stronger and some of these actions do not cost a lot. One action you could take would be to fit metal bars to your windows. While this is a very effective option for improved window security, it may not be a very attractive option as it can give your home an austere look.
Window locks also work well and quality modern windows should come with locks fitted to each window. The problem with these window locks is that most homeowners do not bother to close and lock each window and take away the key every time they are leaving the home, so gaining entry to the home is still no problem to the burglar.
Another point to note about window locks is that you want your family to be able to exit the home quickly in times of an emergency, such as a house fire. Windows that are kept locked all of the time could be a safety hazard at times such as these.
Quality windows such as double glazed or triple glazed windows provide excellent security also. These windows have locks fitted into the frames, which are hard for a burglar to open and also the glazing in the window can be toughened which makes it very difficult for an intruder to break without making a lot of noise.
For family safety reasons also toughened glass is a good idea as it will not break as easily and cut someone if the window is struck by a football. This also helps to cut down on window and glass repair in the home.
Storm windows are very popular with homeowners in some areas. Not only do these windows help to prevent potential intruders, but they also protect against flying debris, which can strike a window in high winds.
Studies have shown that the majority of home burglaries are carried out after the thief has accessed the home through a window or door. If your windows and doors are secure, the likelihood is that the burglar will simply move on to an easier target and leave your home alone.
