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“I’m the security expert. You’re the humans who walk in the wrong place and get attacked by angry fauna. I have extracted living clients from situations that were less than nine percent survivable. I’m more than qualified to make that call.”

Martha Wells, Exit Strategy (The Murderbot Diaries, #4)

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(via James W. McCord Jr., Who Led the Watergate Break-In, Is Dead at 93 - The New York Times)

James W. McCord Jr., a security expert who led a band of burglars into the shambles of the Watergate scandal and was the first to expose the White House crimes and cover-ups that precipitated the downfall of the Nixon administration in 1974, died on June 15, 2017, at his home in Douglassville, Pa. He was 93.

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Selecting the Perfect Window Locks or Window Restrictors for Your Windows

As summer approaches, it's essential to prioritize your window security. Ensuring the safety of your home and its occupants is paramount, particularly in preventing accidents such as falls, which are unfortunately common, especially among children and the elderly.

Shopping for window locks and limiters can be a daunting task given the wide range of products available. In this blog, we will give you some tips and tricks for inspecting your windows and selecting a suitable window lock.

What Material is Your Window Made Of?

Before you go looking for a new window lock, it's smart to figure out what your window frame is made of. Most windows are either aluminum or wood. Talking to locksmith Toronto can help you find the right lock for your window because locksmiths know a lot about keeping different kinds of windows safe.

What Type of Opening Does the Window have?

You may have noticed that not all windows open the same way. These different opening operations affect the type of locks that can be used on the window. The four most common window types used are; sliding, awning / hopper, sash / double hung and casement.

Sliding

A sliding window generally has two window panes; a fixed window and another movable window that can be moved horizontally within the frame.

While there are specific locks designed for use on sliding windows, many push and bolt locks are also suitable.

Awning / Hopper

An awning or awning type window is hung at the top of the frame, which usually opens outward. This style of window is quite popular throughout the U.S and is compatible with a wide variety of window locks, including bolts, reels, push locks, lockable fasteners, and cable limiters.

Sash or Double Hung

A Sash/Sheet Window or Double Hung window is similar to a sliding window, but the action is vertical rather than horizontal.

The sliding windows are equipped with two window panes; a fixed upper window and a movable lower window that can be slid up into the frame. Sash windows require the use of a sliding window lock or cable limiter.

Casement

A casement style window is similar to an awning style, but instead of opening from the bottom and the hinges at the top, a window opens from the side with the hinges on the left or right side of the frame. Casement windows, because they have a similar operating mechanism to awning stiles, are compatible with a wide variety of locks, such as cable limiters and window rollers.

Consulting with a professional locksmith Toronto or window security expert can provide valuable insights and recommendations tailored to your specific needs. A locksmith can assess your home's security vulnerabilities and recommend the most effective window locks or restrictors to address them.

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