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| Window Protection |
An open or unlocked window represents a safety and security
risk for homeowners, and especially for any children that may live in the home.
Risks come in the form of a child falling from an open window, an unsecured
window falling on a child, or an intruder gaining entry into your home.
Shattered glass and flying window debris are threats, too.
Luckily, there are steps homeowners can take to make their
windows safer and more secure:
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Protect against falls. Intrusion isn’t
the only security risk windows present. An open window – or a damaged or
improperly installed window – poses a danger of falling, especially for small
children. Secure your window with child-proof locks. When opening a window for ventilation,
only open windows that small children can’t reach. Add window guards to prevent
children from crawling through slightly open windows.
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Choose impact-resistant windows. Flying
glass represents another safety and security risk. Impact-resistant windows are
constructed with laminated glass and durable framing materials to reduce the
risk of flying glass during wind storms and other inclement weather.
Impact-resistant windows also improve home security. Since impact-resistant
glass stays in the frame when broken, forced entry into your home is more
difficult and time-consuming.
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Install multi-point locks. Many
homeowners mistakenly believe replacing locks after a move is sufficient
protection from a home intrusion. But replacing an existing lock with a new,
low-quality lock doesn’t enhance security. Multi-point locks provide additional
defense against burglars.
Few home
improvement projects boost your safety and security at home as much as
replacing windows that aren’t secure. If your windows are old, worn out, or
damaged, replace or repair your windows today – your family’s safety is worth
it.
American Custom Contractors is a home improvement company in Maryland and
Virginia that specializes in window repair, window replacement, and siding
replacement. Learn more about repairing and replacing windows.
