How to deter burglars by installing new doors and windows

Thousands of burglaries are reported from all over the US every year. In San Francisco alone, numerous break-ins have been reported these past couple of weeks as officials warn residents, particularly in Westborough and the surrounding areas, about housebreak incidents that occur in the early daytime hours (up to about 1:00) when residences are usually empty; with most breaking through the windows.

One such incident in a nearby state is reported by the SFExaminer.com:

The burglar or burglars entered the home through the side yard gate and garage where they reportedly rummaged through an unlocked car and stole $100 worth of property, according to police.

Down the street, another burglary took place at a home in the 1500 block of Gover Lane sometime between 10:30 p.m. Sunday and 5 p.m. Monday, police said.

The burglar or burglars entered the home through an unlocked window in the kitchen and allegedly stole up to $1,300 worth of property, according to police.

Police said it appears the burglar or burglars exited through the window and did not trespass in any other rooms in the home.

A resident saw a green Toyota SUV in the area around the time that looked unfamiliar to the neighborhood, police said.

City residents who may see any suspicious activity in their area are asked to call 911.

As law enforcement agencies are trying to catch up with the culprits’ next move, what can you do to stop these serial burglars from making you their next victim? Here are some few helpful tips:

• Make your home constantly occupied by leaving some lights on. If you are going to be away for a long time, connect some lamps to automatic timers to turn them on in the evening and off during the day.
• Always keep your doors and windows locked, especially when you leave the house or when turning in for the night
• Check your locks on doors and windows and replace them with more secure ones if you see any damage
• Install deadbolt locks and latches on your doors and windows, and check with door and window contractors in San Francisco on how to make them more secure

Because most burglars break in through the doors and windows, it is really important to see if they are secured. If you see any cracked panes or broken latches and frames, you should immediately contact the most reliable San Francisco window contractor, Renewal by Andersen. We can provide you with tough and durable windows and doors that can stand the test of time and help in keeping your home safe and secured – making sure that intruders would have a hard time breaking into your home, and all your belongings safe.

(Article Excerpt from: Two residential burglaries occur in same San Carlos neighborhood, www.sfexaminer.com)