Bare and vulnerable windows can be an easy entry point for burglars to take advantage of. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways for you to secure you windows more adequately and consequently, prevent break-ins. In doing so, you can sleep a lot more soundly at night, knowing that your most at-risk entryways are secured.
In this post, we’ve rounded up 4 of the best ways to secure your windows and make your property look that much less attractive to potential intruders:
Security Screens
With Aus-Secure security screens installed, you can deter intruders from even thinking about considering your home as a target. Keep in mind that security screens have been manufactured to meet strict Australian Standards. In order to meet these standards, these screens are required to pass a number of forced entry simulation tests, which replicate attacks such as knife attacks, lever attacks and forceful impacts. Security screens are an excellent security solution to consider thanks to their simple yet effective nature. Being affordable, versatile and highly customisable, finding security screens that suit you and your home’s specific needs and requirements will be a walk in the park.
Security Film
When applied over your windows, security film can do well to buy you time in the event of a burglary. Basically, security film helps to keep your windows together after they’ve been smashed. The broken shards will stick to the film, meaning that it will be harder for the intruder to pass through the barrier. Consequently, they will also have to move much slower. Buying time in the event of a burglary is always important. After all, it could mean the difference between catching the intruder, or allowing them to get away with it.
Alarm Sensors
Another great way to secure your windows is with an alarm system, by installing motion detectors in their proximity. Of course, motion sensor detectors aren’t your only option. You can also opt for glass break sensors, which are designed to trigger at the sound of breaking glass. On the other hand, you could install window sensors, which trigger once a window has been opened forcefully. Integrating all these different types of sensors with your alarm system will ensure to keep your window highly protected and secure. Moreover, monitoring your alarm system, or hiring a third-party monitoring service to do so, will allow you to respond to the threat of a break-in as quickly as possible.
Defensive Plants
If your front yard is looking a little bare, you might also want to consider planting defensive plants near your windows. This solution will give you the best of both worlds- you’ll be able to deter burglars from targeting your windows, and you’ll be able to brighten up your home with some greenery simultaneously. There are plenty of great defensive plants out there, including bougainvillea, blackberry bushes, rose bushes and much more. With the promise of beautiful flowers and fruits growing all over your front yard, planting defensive plants will seem like one of the best security solutions for your windows.
