Thieves are opportunistic criminals; most of the time, they do not purposely break into homes. They benefit from situations where they can make easy money by thieving electronics, jewelry, or cash. Don’t make your home an easy goal. To stop theft, you can deter criminals from entering by installing security doors and windows in your home.

Most burglars break in through doors, but the second most common break-in area is first-floor windows. Second-floor windows are less accessible and less likely to be a target for criminal attacks. Luckily, you can choose how to prevent break-ins through windows. Several choices are available for added security and to keep your valuables safe.

What about the windows?

Regarding security, windows are often one of the weakest parts of a home. You may be questioning if it is necessary to reinforce the window’s glass to prevent break-ins in the house. Do thieves break windows?

Many believe that burglars rarely break windows because intruders don’t want to draw attention and make a lot of sounds during a burglary.

How to Secure Your Windows from Burglars

One of the most accessible and affordable solutions to locking security windows is to attach railings to the outside of the window. These railings prevent thieves from entering and forcing windows or breaking glass. However, window frames are a hassle, and not many people want to change the look of their homes. What if you want to stop intrusions into your windows without unsightly fences?

Lock windows

While it may seem understandable that windows need to be locked to prevent theft, we recognize that locks on many windows are not ideal and can be easily bypassed by a burglar.

Multiple secondary locking options can be installed to enhance window security. A pin lock is a pin that slides into a window frame to keep it closed, and a track lock clips onto a sliding door or window rail to keep it from opening.

These devices often have the advantage of stopping children from opening windows, so children stay at home and thieves stay inside.

Pin Lock

Pin locks are all the rage right now. A logical choice for increasing the safety of double sash windows. Installation is effortless and usually takes only a few minutes.

The pin should go through the hole and drill through both sashes to keep the window from sliding.

Keyed Lock

The sliding and hinged windows have key locks. These are solid security extras, but if you don’t desire to use a key to unlock (and lock) your windows, this solution may not be the best option for you.

Reinforce glass

Install window security bars or grills

The thickness of these grills and grids made of solid material is one of the strongest arguments for mounting them. If you live in a high-risk area with high burglary and property crime, if you recently moved to a new home, or if your home was recently stolen, you may feel the need for extra protection. Window railings are great for adding extra strength to existing home locks. These bars are difficult to break without problems. You may think windows are hard to break, but most windows are easy to break. Therefore, window railings are a great addition to your property as they add an extra layer of security.

Combine them with a small key lock attached to the window for a virtually everlasting security solution.

Window grilles are also very useful if you have children in the house. No more accidentally falling out of a window or worrying that a potential intruder could endanger your security.

Window Bar lets you keep windows open without worrying about recurring threats.

Window railings are also useful from a financial opinion. They are much less expensive than security systems today and are just as good at deterring potential thieves.

Install window alarms

Thieves know homeowners often install locks, cameras, motion sensors, and many other security features around their front door, so the next best point of entry is an accessible window. Window sensors provide a second line of defense against these cunning intruders, so this cheapest security upgrade is well worth the money, time, and effort to install.

However, it is important to note that the window sensors do not stop intrusions. Just sound the alarm, send a notification to your smartphone or alert the authorities to let them know a window is open. Unfortunately, there are several methods an intruder can use to avoid these sensors. For example, a thief might use additional magnets to manipulate the sensor into thinking there is no movement. Glass breaking does not activate the window sensors, so we recommend combining this feeling with a glass break alarm or motion sensor light.

Door and window sensors are affordable, easy to install, and operate in a simple, “hands-on” way, making them an excellent addition to your home security system. By following this window sensor installation guide, you can rest easy knowing an enhanced security system protects your home and loved ones.

Secure air conditioners

The first fresh air from the window air conditioner is refreshing on a hot summer day, but the fitting is not proper until the unit is fixed to the windowsill. Simply lowering the sash over the air conditioner is not enough to fix the windows on the first floor. A smart burglar would put their shoulders under the outside of the air conditioner, push in and the unit would push the sash up and fall into the house, leaving the window open until the burglar jumps in and closes it. This invasion technique is less likely to occur on upper floors, but it’s still a good idea to repair window air conditioners. But how?

First, the best method to stabilize the air conditioner is to use an air conditioner stand. It is an L-shaped metal fitting that is screwed into the side of the house and supports the air conditioner from below, just like the shelf bracket. The unit is on a bracket that can be screwed to hold the bracket and air conditioner together. The bracket can be removed from the outside, but it takes a long time. Someone is more likely to notice that a thief is removing the holder. Once the unit is secured, the sash must be pressed firmly against the top of the unit to hold the window in place. It can be done by using a small L-bracket screwed into the upper door to prevent the lower door from opening or by inserting a pin cut to size between the lower door and the top of the door. Finally, most air conditioners have screw holes in the window’s flange. Installing screws into these holes in the bottom of the sash secures the unit.

Adding Motion Lights

Thieves, cowardly as they may be, don’t want to be seen or in the spotlight.

The best way to stop them from entering your home is to expose them to the spotlight. Moving lights may be enough to frighten discreet thieves from trying to break into your home.

All you want is to place them where thieves seem most interested in trying to break in. It can also be installed in every aspect of your home if you want to play safely.

What makes motion lights even improved is that many of them can be customized in some way.

Window Bars

Window frames provide extra security if a thief breaks your window. These bars can stop thieves from entering your home because it is difficult for them to enter bars. When installing these railings, you should also ensure that you can safely escape from the window in an emergency. In this situation, it is advisable to install the window bars indoors so they can be opened in an emergency. Lock it to prevent thieves from forcibly entering.

Thorny Shrubbery

Plant thorny shrubs outside your windows to frighten crooks. If you’re dealing with a bunch of thorns, the thorns can be painful, especially if you don’t have the right gloves to reduce the sting. This tactic may sound corny, but it’s effective enough for unscrupulous thieves.

Choose a Professionally-Monitored Security System

Some may find that all the DIY solutions worldwide are not as reassuring as a professionally installed and monitored home alarm system. Fortunately, many home security companies offer different levels of protection, from basic door and window sensors to smart HD security cameras with facial recognition.