When you detect any suggestion of the windows not being secure, you need to do something about it, and we’ll explain steps of addressing the issue, amongst informing you of other important information.
Find out about common mistakes and standards related to windows, along with how window security can be enhanced, such as having a new window installation organised by County.
Window Security Gaffes To Avoid
- Don’t leave windows open when there’s no-one in, and that includes if it’s only left empty for a few minutes.
- Don’t allow locks to become tired, because as they get weak, they’re much easier to break.
- Don’t put looks before security, as there’s no guarantee that the prettiest windows offer the highest level of security.
- Don’t neglect ground-level windows, as they will be the windows that burglars set their sights on breaking into.
- Don’t dawdle with repairs or upgrades, especially if it’s very apparent that frames, hinges and locks are in a poor condition.
Secured by Design And Its Significance
The Secured by Design (SBD) scheme is the only initiative recognised by the Police and verifies window products that have demonstrated the resistance to restrict crime and elevate home security.
Windows that have earned SBD status typically contain a range of tried-and-tested components, including enhanced locks, reinforced hardware and countless other dependable constituents.
Window Locks and Restrictors
Upgrading existing locks is one of the most affordable measures of boosting lock protection. Purchase inline locks at a low cost that can be integrated without major disturbance to the overall design.
A variety of locking options can be chosen to suit the many different window styles, such as sash jammers, pin locks, keyed locks and hinged wedge locks.
Remove any concerns about young children falling out of a window by including window restrictors, as they’ll only allow a design to be opened a certain distance.
Window Hardware and Frame Construction
A forced entry will be minimised if the window hardware and frame construction is as durable as the locks and glazing. This requires the presence of friction hinges, security brackets, internal glazing beads etc.
Windows are secured on the outside of a window sash via the hinge side thanks to hinge-side security brackets, which puts a block of them being levered open. The removal of glazing from outside is made incredibly difficult due to internal glazing beads.
You have an assurance that County’s window replacements can defy attacks from burglars and keep your home out of their reach as they abide by British Standard Window Security requirements.
Therefore, updating your windows with us is by far the most effective method of protecting your space – make arrangements to get some with a click here.
LOOKING TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS?
We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
LOOKING TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS?
We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
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