COULD YOUR WINDOWS BE VULNERABLE TO BURGLARS?

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COULD YOUR WINDOWS BE VULNERABLE TO BURGLARS?
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• For many homeowners, we tend to think only about
  securing our main entry points such as doors, and
  assume that if our windows are closed, thats
  enough to keep burglars out. However, with a
  shockingly high percentage of burglars entering
  homes through open or unlocked windows
  especially on the first floor are your windows
  vulnerable to burglars?
• Read through the following guidance to know more
  about the security of your windows, and for more
  detailed information about securing them, simply
  call up your local, licensed locksmith, who will
  be happy to advise you

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• Do you have window locks?
• Window locks are the simplest and most effective
  deterrent for burglars, and if you dont have
  any, it might be time to think about having some
  professionally installed. There are several
  different types of locks for windows, and your
  locksmith will be able to tell you which will
  work best for your particular windows
• Pin locks
• These stop your windows from being lifted up from
  the outside and inside, and are especially
  effective for protecting ground floor windows.

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• Sash locks
• These are most often used for double-hung
  windows, such as those that open from both the
  top and bottom, and allow the window to be opened
  and locked in place. If you, like many Americans,
  like to have the window open a crack while you
  sleep, this lock will stop a burglar from being
  able to open it any wider and get in.
• Hinged wedge locks
• This is used only for double-hung windows, and if
  you want to be able to open the window a little,
  the lock can be fitted higher up on the frame.

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• While securing your windows with locks is
  obviously a great idea and fantastic deterrent
  for burglars, theyre no use if the rest of your
  home is vulnerable to intruders. Making sure your
  doors are secured properly with high security
  locks is essential for all homes, and below are
  some additional security measures you can take to
  boost your homes level of protection
• Invest in an outdoor security system
• While your locksmith can talk to you in greater
  detail about an outside security system, they
  invariably include such things as burglar alarms,
  motion-sensing lights and cameras.

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• When it comes to motion-sensing lights, these
  will illuminate the area in which activity has
  been sensed, and if a burglar has walked into
  their range, theyll be lit up like a Christmas
  tree! This naturally means that not only can they
  be clearly seen by anyone inside the house or
  passing nearby, but their method of gaining entry
  will be thwarted both will act as a fantastic
  deterrent.
• For security cameras, you can decide exactly
  where you want to put them, and a licensed
  locksmith can help you determine any weak entry
  points to your home that may attract criminal
  activity.

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• Its always a good idea to have your home
  thoroughly assessed by a locksmith, as they can
  check not just your windows, but every potential
  access point to your home, and help you address
  all of your security concerns.

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• Golden Locks Inc is a local emergency locksmith
  in Anaheim with years of experience and trained
  staff skilled in locksmith services for both
  residential and commercial clients and also has
  an online store for high security locks, and
  mul-t-lock, MT5 High Security keys etc. We also
  specialize in automotive lock repair services for
  cars, bikes and trucks and installation,
  servicing and repair of high quality security
  systems in Anaheim. If you are looking for a
  licensed locksmith in Anaheim or any other
  locksmith services in Orange County, call us at
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