Choosing a Safe & Secure Door for Your Home

When choosing exterior doors, it’s definitely important to think about home security, not just looks.

What type of door would be hardest to break down? Are there windows within or alongside the door that could easily be broken, allowing a burglar to reach in and access the lock? Are the locks built with high grade steel or something cheaper?

Let’s take a look at what you should look for in a door to ensure it won’t be easy for a thief to bypass.

Door Material

It’s a common assumption that steel or fiberglass doors are more secure (harder to break down) than a wood door, but this isn’t actually what we need to worry about. It’s not the door but the latch-side jamb that is the weak link in any exterior door. A forceful kick can split the jamb without actually damaging the door itself.

To prevent someone from damaging the jamb, install an extra-long security strike plate. Sink three inch screws into the neighboring stud.

Door Thickness

While the jamb may be the weakest link, that doesn’t mean the door itself shouldn’t be stout. Choose a beefy 1 3/4th inch thick door over the standard 1 3/8th inch models. These thicker doors still accept standard locksets (if you go thicker, you’ll need a special lock and bigger hinges).

Glass

Many homeowners find a glass window in or beside a door attractive and also appreciate the natural light it allows in. Choosing a door with regular window glass or even tempered glass makes a tempting target for burglars though, since these types of windows can be broken, allowing access to the lock.

Instead choose a hurricane-rated glass. These types of windows feature an unbreakable inner plastic layer.

Updates and Our New Security System.

There is a lot to tell. The last week has been very busy. After learning about the children's socks, we had planned to do something about the sock situation. Thanks to a donation from a friend, we bought all of the kids TWO new pair of socks (making three total)! The house parents were shocked at this blessing. The donation also provided a new pair of nice tennis shoes for each of the kids and belts for the boys. They can now walk to school without having to hold up their pants with one hand. It felt like Christmas when we delivered the gifts to the kids. They were so appreciative. Mario (house dad) told me, "Thank you for buying these kids their first-ever pair of 'nice' tennis shoes."

Last Friday, we had a dedication here for a bakery. Equipment was donated from the Rotary Club of Asuncion to create a state of the art bakery. The older children in the home and community will be trained in the art of bread-making and the proceeds from the bread will help to support the bakery classes and the children's home. And of course, the children's home will be provided with fresh, delicious bread. The story was covered by a Paraguayan newspaper, and Shaun and I were mentioned as the home directors. Even after writing our names myself for the reporter, Shaun's name was spelled Sahun. That made the article even more entertaining to read.

Inauguration of the Panaderia (Bakery)

Today I spoke with the director of the community school where the children from the home attend. He confirmed that I (Sara) would be teaching English to all seven of the grades. I will only be doing classes one day a week to begin. Tomorrow I go to meet the students and to be introduced. Next Tuesday, classes will begin. Please pray for me. I have not done much formal in-school instruction. Also I will be teaching in Spanish. Pray that the Lord would guide me and help me to be creative in my approach.

The Home Security Television Simulator

is a new type of burglar alarm system that reminds me a bit of the Home Alone movie franchise with McCully Culkin simulating household activity.

Priced at $39.95, this electronic gadget is a cheaper alternative to outdoor security cameras, trained guard dogs, or an alarm monitoring service.

The Home Security TV Simulator mimics a flickering TV screen onto nearby window curtains or blinds. Thieves looking for an easy score would see the simulation and move on in search of an easier home to burglarize.

The TV simulator is said to be power smart, using only 2% of the power of a typical TV timer.

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Making The Choice To Choose a Home Security System

Many people are choosing a wireless home security system to protect their homes and families. In this high tech world we’re living in, home security companies are always providing wireless security products and systems. No matter where you live, you can find a home security company willing to provide you wireless security. There are home security systems found on the internet.

Of course you should use common sense though, and do your homework before investing in wireless home security products. Wireless security products tend to be more expensive than wired products, but they are much easier to install. Sometimes though, the home security company will install your system for you.

You Have A Choice

When you choose Hines Electrical & Security for your Electrical, Security or Home Theatre work, you also choose peace of mind. Your job will be completed properly and on time.

In the unlikely event of you not being completely satisfied, you can pick up the phone and speak to one of the owners directly. When you do phone us you will never get an answerphone.

You will discover that Hines Electrical and Security is totally committed to delivering outstanding service to you.

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