Sliding Glass Door Security Devices

Talk About The Windows And Doors In Home Security

Windows and doors are, obviously, the two most common entry points for burglars. Fortifying them can start with near-zero cost, then grow from there as your needs and budget allows. Before you buy anything, take a good review of your home and your habits. One of the house painters who also delt in house renovations and recladding provided the following information.

Do you leave keys under the mat near doors? Do you leave a window unlocked? Do you have open doggie doors that don’t get locked when you leave the home? Securing all the possible entrances is the first, and most obvious, line of defense against break-ins.

Now take a closer look. Do you have glass alongside the front door? It takes only a second to break the glass and open a door from the inside. Thieves may be willing to risk the noise, or they can simply bring a cheap glass cutter and get through in under a minute by slicing a neat hole large enough to insert a hand.

You may not want to go to the expense of remodeling to remove the glass. And you may like the look. So secure any doors that have glass alongside first by a vibration or cut-detection system. Or, you can secure them and add a decorative touch by fronting them with wrought iron bars or steel mesh.

Another alternative, for all your windows and not just the glass around doors, is a dual-technology detector. Unlike older models which only detect the frequency of breaking glass, they can detect a number of conditions associated with the breaking of a window. That helps minimize false alarms. They’re more expensive, but a false alarm to a security company can cost you, too.

Modern locking systems for windows help reduce the ease with which burglars can open them. Locks, deadbolts, sash bars and other devices are much more secure than just a window closed with a latch. Pin locks are a good idea, too. They are simple, spring-loaded metal dowels that insert into a hole in the frame. The mechanism is useful for sliding glass doors as well.

Consider swapping out your ordinary, fragile glass with polycarbonate or tempered glass. They’re more expensive, to be sure. But glass that is harder to break makes your home much more secure. Windows, after all, are the most vulnerable point of entry. Doors are the next easiest point of entry. Even when locked, there are many ways a professional burglar can gain entry through a door.

The simplest, and used more often than you would think, is simply to break the door near the deadbolt. It takes only a minute to use a crowbar-like device to shatter the wood around the deadbolt, making it useless. Framing them in metal for several inches around can help reduce this problem.

Keys can be duplicated and some professionals have locksmith skills, enabling them to open your lock without a key. Consider a keypad or electronic sensor system instead. That also eliminates the temptation or need to leave a key under the mat for the kids or maid. More sophisticated systems can even use your fingerprint or other biometric attributes to allow secure entry.

A few of these systems can hold up to 50 fingerprint profiles, so you have enough for family and close friends. They start at less than $400 and some can be connected to a PC to record entry times and identity.

Master Lock 265DCCSEN Dual-Function Security Bar $15.75 The Master Lock Dual Function Security Bar provides your home with an added dose of safety by reinforcing doors from outside intruders. Built with Master Lock’s world renowned durability, the Security Bar is constructed of 20-gauge steel to withstand more than 350 pounds of force, helping ensure that your doors remain securely shut. With a versatile and adjustable design, the bar fits most hinged …

GE 50246 Smart Home Door Stop Alarm $7.00 Securing rooms from unauthorized entry couldn’t be easier. The GE 50246 Personal Security Door Stop Alarm requires no wires or complicated installation and is powered by a single nine-volt battery (not included). Simply place the pressure-sensitive Door Stop Alarm at the base of any door, and the device will emit a powerful 120-decibel alarm when the door is opened. The 50246 Door Stop Alarm is ex…

GE 51107 Smart Home Wireless Alarm System Kit $19.99 The GE 51107 Personal Security Alarm Kit includes everything you need to help secure your home, including a deluxe door alarm with a four-digit keypad and three independent window alarms. Best of all, there’s no wiring or drilling required for installation. This simple-to-use, cost-effective security solution helps protect you and your family against home invasions thanks to each of the 120-decibe…

Flipo ALARM-GLAGUARD Glass Guard Window Alarm $19.95 Don’t leave your windows unprotected. Many intruders break in by breaking or opening windows. This sophisticated sensor is tuned to the vibrations glass emits when breaking or about to break. A piercing alarm is sounded when these vibrations are detected….

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