Replacement Window Safety

Are you wondering which windows you should buy if you want to take advantage of safety features in modern, high-quality replacement windows? If you have been doing some online research for brands on Long Island or the surrounding area, you may still have questions. So, here are a few suggestions about ways your new windows can boost safety and security in your home from Renewal by Andersen of Long Island.

Can A Replacement Window Really Improve Safety In Our Home?

Although every replacement window should seal tightly and lock securely, there are some styles that are safer than others in different settings. For example, double-hung windows have two movable sash. This means you can lower the upper sash a few inches to increase ventilation in a nursery or toddler's bedroom without worrying about your child climbing out the window.

Here are two things to keep in mind when comparing replacement window styles for a small child's play areas and sleeping quarters.

It is always a good idea to arrange furniture so children cannot climb onto dressers, tables, beds and movable furnishings like chairs to reach a window opening.

A window screen is not built to keep a child from falling through an open window. Even
For example, recessed locks and multiple-locking options make it harder for uninvited guests to gain access to your home. Other design features, such as patterned glass, obscure the view so others on the outside cannot see into your home. This improves privacy in bathrooms and bedrooms, and keeps passersby from seeing expensive artwork or electronics that may “tempt” criminals to attempt a break in. And, if your existing windows have badly damaged frames or broken panes, updating with any style window will deter criminals because poorly maintained windows signal a home that may be an easy