Burglaries are horrific experiences for homeowners. They cause more than monetary damage; they also hurt your mental health and sense of security.

While your insurance will probably cover the cost of replacing your precious possessions and fixing your home, money can never replace the memories that you made and the way you feel.

Often, home insurance policies also include a clause that if you don’t do everything within your power to reduce your chances of a break-in, they won’t pay out if your home gets burglary. 

As such, homeowners need to make sure that they work hard to keep their homes safe from unwanted intruders. There are many new technological solutions to help, such as smart doorbells with cameras, but there are more straightforward ways to keep your home safe.

At Muhler, we understand the importance of safety and that your home’s entrances and openings are the main point of entry for most burglars.

That’s why we offer a range of top-quality windows and doors in Charleston and Mt Pleasant, SC, which keep residents and homeowners safe.

Read on, and we’ll share the benefit of our expertise with you. In this blog post, we discuss how you can use our products and services to keep your home, possessions, and, most importantly, your loved ones secure. 

Keep Your Doors, And Windows Locked When You’re Out

Open windows and unlocked doors are an invitation for thieves and other unwanted visitors, such as wildlife or pests. As such, you need to make sure that you always lock your doors and windows when you’re out of the house.

It would help if you also made sure that all your home’s openings are secure during the night and everyone in your home is asleep.

If you want fresh air to enter your home during the night but don’t want to risk leaving a window open, then consider getting new vinyl windows that have the option to lock them open a little.

The gap is too small for anyone to enter your home, but it allows fresh air to flow throughout your property and make you and your loved ones feel comfortable.

Choose A Quality Sunroom

Sunrooms are beautiful extensions to your home that offer many benefits to you and your family. However, poorly installed sunrooms can become a target for burglars, as their locks aren’t durable.  

If you choose a sunroom with thin glass, thieves could break it quickly using a small rock or a fist. However, if you work with sunroom specialists, like us, then you’ll get only the best quality sunroom that will last a lifetime and keep you safe.

So, when you’re investing in a sunroom for your home, make sure that you hire the experts. If you choose a cheap company or attempt to DIY some of the projects, then you might find that your sunroom isn’t secure or fit for purpose. 

Add Internal Locks To Doors

As well as the obligatory external lock, it would be best if you considered adding internal locks and bolts to your doors. This approach is particularly useful for anyone who has a secondary door that they don’t use very often.

By adding a deadbolt, you can keep the door secure at all times without having to check it or relock it regularly. Even your front door needs bolts, a chain, or additional locks so that you can keep it secure at night or when you’re in your home alone.

Choose quality bolts that will last and keep your doors secure. Ensure that you take care of the bolts and keep them clean and well-oiled, particularly if you don’t use them very often. 

Update Your Windows And Doors

Old windows and doors are easier to break into, as they often have flimsy locks than their newer counterparts. Also, old windows and doors might not fit into their frame correctly, so they’re easier for burglars to break. 

As such, you should replace your windows and doors whenever you notice that your old ones do not fit correctly into their frames or that the locks aren’t holding.

Our company offers a wide range of new windows and doors so that you can find the perfect product to keep your home safe and comfortable. 

By replacing your windows, you’ll ensure that your home is safe and that you get access to the best new window and door technology on the market.

As such, you’ll save energy, money, and effort cleaning your windows and doors. All of these benefits help you to enjoy a great return on investment when you buy new windows and doors for your property.

Even if you’re not going to live in your home for much longer and are planning on selling it, you should still consider adding new windows and doors, as they can add value to your home. 

Consider Adding Shutters

There are more ways to keep your windows and doors safe than using only locks. You could also consider adding shutters to your property.

We offer a wide range of Bahama shutters in a selection of styles, so no matter your taste and property type, we can find the solution that suits you.

Alongside our standard shutters, we also offer a range of hurricane windows & shutters that will keep your home safe from burglars and the worst of the South Carolina weather.

All of our hurricane shutters are aesthetically pleasing and durable, so that you don’t have to sacrifice style for safety and storm protection.

Get In Touch With The Professionals

If you’re unsure if your home is safe or if you need new house windows and doors, then reach out to the experts. The team at Muhler understands how to keep your home safe with our range of high-quality products.

Contact us, and a member of our team will be happy to discuss your situation with you. Once they know the details, they can send around an expert to review your situation and recommend any windows replacements or repairs so that your home is the safe and secure sanctuary that you want.