ᐅ Lockable Windows / Emergency Escape Route

Created on: 22 Dec 2016 22:10

Hello,
we would like to have lockable windows throughout our new house. Our home builder’s planner has now told us that at least one window must have a standard, non-lockable handle for escape route reasons. Is that really the case? Where is this regulation stated?

Best regards,
Sabine

sirhc26 Dec 2016 12:34

#13

Does this make it harder to pry open? Because if I break the window, I only need to reach through and press the button.

nelly19026 Dec 2016 14:23

#14

But don’t you think that if someone really wants to get into the house, they will find a way in, no matter how the windows are secured? I believe a roller shutter is still the best protection against break-ins.

Curly26 Dec 2016 14:32

#15

Of course, it is possible to break into any house, but you can make it more difficult for the intruder, and they might choose another house or abandon their attempt.

Best regards,
Sabine

Caspar202026 Dec 2016 15:31

#16

nelly190 schrieb:
If someone really wants to get into the house, they will get in. No matter how the windows are equipped. I still think a roller shutter is the best burglary protection.

That was a good one. Most roller shutters offer no real protection at all. Many older ones can be slit open easily with a utility knife. Or simply pried out of the guide rails.

If this was not taken seriously into account when buying, it is not a real obstacle.

nelly19026 Dec 2016 23:21

#17

But I can hardly imagine that the lockable handle would help. More likely, high-quality fittings with bolts and sturdy roller shutters that cannot be lifted from the outside will be effective.

Mycraft27 Dec 2016 00:26

#18

nelly190 schrieb:
I believe a roller shutter is still the best burglary protection.

You can’t be serious, right?

Any standard roller shutter can be taken down in 5 seconds... the only advantage is that it makes noise...

ᐅ Lockable Windows / Emergency Escape Route

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