Doors & Windows

Doors. They are the main point of entry to any house. For this reason, we have decided to dedicate an entire article to this important subject.

According to police reports, a third of all 'break-in and entry' crimes involve entry through windows. This article discusses methods that will increase the security level of your windows. One of the key concepts in home security is keeping all possible entry points at a consistent security level. Never leave weak points around your home perimeter, a burglar will know how to recognize and exploit them easily. Most homeowners invest large sums of money in protecting their doors, but often fail to properly protect the windows.

According to crime and home security statistics from years past, front doors are the most common places burglars enter trough. So, when considering enhancing security around the house perimeter, front doors should be one of your top priorities.

Windows are an integral part of any house—houses without windows are inevitably dark and stuffy—but a window can also be the most vulnerable spot in your home. If the only thing between your belongings and a burglar is a pane of glass, a break-in is literally a stone’s throw away. You could put shutters on the windows, but while this may keep out burglars, it’ll also keep out all the light. If you want to protect your windows without giving up on daylight, you may want to invest in some window film.

Doors are getting taller these days, and understandably so—a tall door can be much more impressive and attractive than a standard-size door. But 8- or 10-foot doors are harder to secure with standard locks. French doors and patio doors, too, while definitely stylish, are less stable than regular doors when locked.