Proper Installation Ensures A
Safe And Secure Home
When homeowners discuss security in their homes, they most often think about security systems, exterior signs (sometimes fake!), a video camera, and maybe even a dog. Most homeowners do not consider their windows a potential security risk when having a window replacement company in Blackwood, NJ replace them.
So what kind of security risks occur when you install windows yourself or have a less-than-thorough contractor cut corners when installing?
Improperly Installed Windows From A Residential Window
Replacement Lead To Security Problems
Whether it’s from a do-it-yourself installation or a contractor who isn’t doing a complete job, poorly installed windows are a serious security risk for your family. A window that is not installed correctly can be popped out easier than you might think, allowing intruders to use simple tools to get access to your home.
Some contractors and DIYers also skip over the need to add a glaze to the window. This glaze is helpful both in keeping extra UV rays out and in making the glass sturdy enough to stand up to the potential impact of someone trying to break the window. A good professional window installation company in Blackwood, NJ knows this and protects the window with glaze.
Choosing Too Thin Of Glass During
Residential Window Replacement
The thickness of the glass can also make a difference in how well your home’s replacement windows stand up to impacts. While you can choose the windows that best fit your needs and budget, keep in mind that multi-paned windows can help maintain your home’s temperature and security by making it harder for people to break the glass.
This is where a professional installer comes in. A good professional window installation company needs to know what kind of glass is required to fit your needs and has the ability to find good, durable glass that will impress you. While thin glass from an installer might be cheaper, you might regret that in the long run.
Residential Window Replacements Without
Locks – Or Badly Installed Locks
Locks and latches are an important part of home safety, from doors to windows. If you don’t like the locks that come with your windows, consider having your professional window installer also add a latch.
There is another potential issue at play: What if the locks are installed poorly? While your nightly routine might be to check the locks on all the windows and doors, an improperly working lock is false security. Take a look at the locks with your eyes and make sure they are making contact with the sash. Try opening the window yourself to test if it is locked or not.
Find a trusted installer to complete your replacement window installation so they can inspect and test the locks to ensure they are working and make recommendations for home security purposes.
A Lack Of Maintenance Training On
Residential Window Replacements
Knowledge of how to maintain a recently installed window is also an important part of the job of installing windows. While a newly installed window might look good at first, if it is not maintained properly over the years, it will become less secure because of potential issues ranging from the frame to the seal.
These issues can lead to making it easier for a stranger to find a way in through a less-than-maintained window. Ask your window installed for specifics about how to treat the frame and windows you have recently installed. Regular maintenance of your windows is important for a variety of reasons, including home security.
Call Ameritech Services Of Blackwood, NJ For
Outstanding Replacement Windows
Ameritech Services offers residential window replacement in the Camden County area with a serious take on security. Call us today at 856-418-1029 to set up an in-person consultation with us, and you’ll be on your way to being more confident about your home’s windows.