Maintaining Home Security During Home Security Awareness Month
Autumn and winter are the preferred seasons for burglars, with the early nightfall offering them greater opportunities to break into homes undetected.
According to a survey conducted by ADT, experts in security, 76.5% of British residents are more conscious of home safety during the autumn season. However, despite this awareness, burglary rates across the country continue to remain disappointingly high.
This October marks the 10th year of Home Security Awareness Month, an initiative aimed at emphasising the importance of home security. You can assess the safety of your neighbourhood by using the postcode checker on their website.
If the statistics for your area raise concerns, our secure products can help protect your home and stop any potential thieves.
Front and back doors
Doors are the most common point of entry for burglars, with 76% of domestic burglaries in England and Wales occurring through poorly secured doors (source: ONS). Many of these break-ins involve the technique of lock snapping.
To determine if your door cylinders are vulnerable to this method, check if they protrude more than the depth of a £1 coin.
Consider replacing any flimsy old doors with our composite doors, boasting a robust frame, a high-security multi-point lock, and hinges featuring anti-crowbar technology for unparalleled strength.
Windows
Research from the ONS also confirms that 30% of burglaries involve entry through a window. Burglars may attempt to force a window open using tools like screwdrivers, bars, or chisels, and if that fails, they may try to remove the glazed unit.
Crystal Clear’s Extreme UPVC windows are designed to thwart such tactics. The Extreme window, exclusively available within the Conservatory Outlet Network, features a 9-point locking system, two high compression bolts, and robust hinges. For added security, the glass is internally beaded, preventing its removal from the exterior.
Our Eclipse aluminium windows also provide an array of secure components and mechanisms.
Feature doors
When addressing home security, it’s crucial to consider more than just front and back doors and windows. Feature doors, such as French doors, patio doors, and bi-folding doors, are attractive entry points for burglars, making it essential to ensure their security.
One common technique employed by burglars is levering these doors open, which becomes easier if the locking mechanisms are subpar.
To address this concern, Crystal Clear offers a range of feature doors equipped with robust locking systems, designed to provide enhanced security and deter potential intruders.
By choosing Crystal Clear Home Improvements to fortify your home’s security, you also have the option to go “Secured by Design.” Feel free to inquire about this during a design appointment.
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