Casement Window Security
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I recently moved into a house which has Anderson casement windows
installed throughout. My last house had double hung windows which were
easy to wire for alarms.
My wife an I have concerns about leaving the windows open or having
someone pry them open (they only have two very small locking tabs that
lock the window, someone already pried one of them open in the past).
When I talked to some alarm companies, several mentioned that break-ins
from a casement window are rare and they should not be wired into the
alarm system.
Also, one mentioned that there are replacement window screens which can
be wired into the system. If they are removed or cut the alarm will
sound.
We have several large and small animals in the house which would trip
motion detectors. We have to set the alarm in the STAY mode to prevent
this.
Please help me with the following questions:
1) Is it prudent to wire casement windows?
2) What would be the best way to secure them?
3) Are the screens a viable option?
Thank you,
Wayne
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screens. It won't be a cheap venture but you will be satisfied with the
results. Then the system can operate as you expect it to.
Robert L Bass
application tips and techniques. There are several pages devoted
specifically to Anderson's casement windows. I've also written a few FAQ
pages on alarm installation which you may find helpful. Feel free to browse
them at http://www.BassHome.com.
Regards,
Robert L Bass
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The Online DIY Alarm Store
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West Hartford, CT 06107
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>Hi,
>
>I recently moved into a house which has Anderson casement windows
>installed throughout. My last house had double hung windows which were
>easy to wire for alarms.
>
>My wife an I have concerns about leaving the windows open or having
>someone pry them open (they only have two very small locking tabs that
>lock the window, someone already pried one of them open in the past).
>
>When I talked to some alarm companies, several mentioned that break-ins
>from a casement window are rare and they should not be wired into the
>alarm system.
>
>Also, one mentioned that there are replacement window screens which can
>be wired into the system. If they are removed or cut the alarm will
>sound.
>
>We have several large and small animals in the house which would trip
>motion detectors. We have to set the alarm in the STAY mode to prevent
>this.
>
>Please help me with the following questions:
>
>1) Is it prudent to wire casement windows?
Yes it is best to wire every window. Contacts on the window. Please note, the
contacts should be mounted "under" the moulding. Make sure the company will not
mount the contact on "top" of the moulding as so many companys do.
>
>2) What would be the best way to secure them?
Physical intrusion "through" the window can be detectected a few ways. Audio
glass break detector. But make sure the windows will "never" be covered with
heavy drapes, blinds, curtains or blocked by anything that would stop the sound
from reaching the detector. Motion detectors with "pet alleys" or "pet immune"
detectors can also be used. Shock detector directly on the glass or on the
frame of the window. Or security screens. ......... all of the above have
their benifits and drawbacks. Which I am sure you will find out about in the
thread that follows.
>
>3) Are the screens a viable option?
Yes ..... but ....... there are two kinds of screens. The least expensive type
"can" be cut by someone who is knowledgeable and allow them to bypass the wires
going to the screen if they are not secured and an end of line resistor is not
used on the circuit. This would require every window to be wired back to the
panel on it's own zone. The more secure screen "double wired" or "cross wired"
is the best way to go but of course, more expensive. I don't particularly care
for screens be cause an open window is an invitation to someone to "try" to
gain entry. Once they have activated the alarm, you've put them in the position
of either continuing with the intrusion or going away. If the window were not
open to begin with, they probably wouldn't have tried. ....
>
>Thank you,
>
Your welcome. As you gain information here, continue asking questions and
providing us with information, so that we can narrow down the best
alternatives for you to consider
>Wayne
>
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Would you know who would supply this type of screen?
Thanks again.
Robert L Bass
Regards,
Robert L Bass
==========================>
Bass Home Electronics
The Online DIY Alarm Store
http://www.BassHome.com
ICQ: 34679978
80 Bentwood Road
West Hartford, CT 06107
860-561-9542 voice
860-561-5210 fax
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