Arcadia Doors

Many burglars enter homes through improperly secured arcadia doors. Additional locks and security measures will prevent the door from being opened, broken, or lifted out of the track.  French or Arcadia security doors will prevent prevent the door from being lifted out of the track or the glass from being accessed and broken.

Double French Doors

These doors need solid security as they are easily jimmied or forced open. Flush bolts installed at the top and bottom of the doors are recommended.  These bolts should be mounted into a solid steel frame to ensure there would be no splintering of wood.  Inagural bolts ensure the primary moving side is accessible, but the secondary door is always secured and in place. 

Doors with Windows or Sidelights

Doors with glass windows glass ornamentation or sidelights require double cylinder key deadbolt lock. This means the door is opened only with a key, and from both sides of the lock.  This prevents the burglar from breaking the glass and reaching inside to unlock the door. 

Garage Doors

Standard locks on garage doors are easily pried, allowing a burglar access to your home without detection. Cane bolts and hasps are excellent protection. Make certain each side of the garage door is secured to prevent prying open a crawl space. Any door leading from the garage into the house should be securely locked. The more barriers you provide against the burglar, the better protected you are.  

Windows

Windows should be given the same security treatment as arcadia doors. Use the same lag bolts, and steel frames to protect windows from becoming an entrance for intruders. Window guards installed on windows will prevent the window from being lifted out of the track, or the glass broken in the case of an invasion.  Quick release buttons are available for emergency situations.  Quick release buttons are accessible from the inside of the home and allow you to quickly escape in a fire or other disaster.