Winter window, doors and home security

British summer time officially ended with the clocks going back last month. Fortunately, this means one more hour of snoozing! However, the change of clocks and season also brings with it an increase in temptation for residential thefts. The increase in darkness alone means home security becomes more of an issue.

So to make your sleep more peaceful, read on to find out about how you can easily secure your windows, doors and home. With just a few easy steps you can put your mind at rest, for more than just that extra 60 minutes…

Quality windows and doors

Durable, quality windows and doors are a must for secure homes, all year round. This means paying attention to the quality of the glass, frames and overall design. This may include anti-bump, snap or drill technology, toughened glass or GRP fiberglass coatings. Respectable and experienced companies such as Kingfisher can provide homeowners with such quality installations that meet the homeowners needs without compromising on security.

Good locking systems

In addition to overall quality, good locking systems are a further deterrent to possible burglars. This may include the use of deadbolts, multi-lock systems, opening restrictors, Hoppe security handles or innovative Yale key-free doors. These remove the worry of losing keys or having an easy lock to break; the door can be opened remotely, in a similar fashion to cars, or via a digital pin. With a built-in light, there will be no more rummaging around trying to find your keys in the dark either!

Secured by Design police specification

Yale free-key doors are just one example of windows and doors that are Secured by Design. This official UK police initiative, whose principles been proven to reduce the risk of crime, includes recognising quality security products, such as Kingfisher’s uPVC and composite doors or coloured and aluminium windows.

How can Kingfisher help?

Although Home Security Month was in October, Kingfisher can help to make your home secure throughout winter and the 365 days of the year. All of our windows are doors are accredited with the PAS 24-1 (enhanced security performance requirements for door assemblies) and Secured by Design police security specification. So if you want quality and security, find out more about our wide range of secure doors, energy efficient windows and glazed home extensions.

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