Boost your home security with GFD Homes. Our secure windows and doors — from composite front doors to aluminium windows — are built to protect your family.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why most burglars target front doors first — and how composite doors stop them
- How modern sliding patio doors solve old security flaws
- The way bifold doors combine style with home security strength
- Why aluminium windows are no longer weak security points
(Estimated Reading Time: 4-5 Minutes)
Introduction: Step Into the Mind of a Burglar
It’s a dark October evening. The clocks have just gone back, the streets are quieter, and your home looks warm and inviting from outside. To you, it’s comfort. To a burglar, it’s opportunity.
Burglars think in terms of speed, cover, and weakness. They’ll circle a house, looking for the easiest route in. But here’s the twist: when your home is fitted with Composite Doors, Bi-Fold Doors, Sliding Patio Doors and Aluminium Windows from GFD Homes, their plan falls apart at every stage.
Let’s walk through a burglary attempt — and show how it fails, point by point.
Stage 1: The Front Door Test
The intruder approaches the front door first. That’s where 75% of break-ins begin.
- Old reality: A weak timber or dated uPVC panel could be kicked or forced in seconds.
- With GFD: The burglar finds a solid Composite Door with a 3-star Ultion lock. He tries to snap it — but Ultion goes into “lockdown mode,” jamming hidden pins into place. He tries to shoulder the door — but it’s reinforced with a timber core and steel hardware. After 30 seconds, he’s sweating. Burglars hate wasting time.
Frustrated, he moves on.
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Stage 2: The Back Door Gambit
Now the burglar slips around the back. The garden is darker, more private. He heads for the wide glass doors.
- Old reality: Older sliding doors could be lifted off their tracks or forced with a crowbar.
- With GFD: He meets a set of Sliding Patio Doors fitted with anti-lift tracks and multi-point locking. He tries to lever the frame, but the locks hold firm in multiple places. Laminated glass makes smashing loud and risky.
Still no luck.
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Stage 3: The Bifold Temptation
Perhaps the bifold doors are weaker? Wide expanses of glass look inviting.
- Old reality: Flimsy French doors at the back were once a burglar’s favourite target.
- With GFD: Each bifold panel is anchored with shoot bolts at the top and bottom, plus multi-point locks. The aluminium frame resists twisting. The burglar jiggles a hinge — nothing gives.
Strike three.
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Stage 4: The Window Try
Desperate, the burglar turns to a side window. Maybe he can jemmy it open.
- Old reality: Single-glazed sash windows with simple latches could be prised open.
- With GFD: Aluminium Windows with key-lockable handles and internal beading stop him cold. Laminated glass means smashing would take effort and create a racket.
He’s rattled now.
Stage 5: The Retreat
With every attempt blocked, noise increasing, and motion-sensor lighting flicking on, the burglar knows it’s over. He leaves empty-handed, while inside, the family relaxes — blissfully unaware that their home just passed the ultimate stress test.
Why This Story Matters
Burglary isn’t cinematic. It’s quick, opportunistic, and often clumsy. Criminals don’t want challenges; they want easy wins. Every second a lock or frame resists is a second closer to them giving up.
By investing in accredited, modern products, you’re not just buying style — you’re buying deterrence. You’re telling burglars: “Not here. Move along.”
Conclusion: Design a Home That Wins Every Time
This National Home Security Month, ask yourself: If someone tried tonight, would my home pass the test?
With GFD Homes, you know the answer. From composite front doors to secure windows, every product is engineered and accredited to foil intruders at every turn.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why are windows and doors the biggest targets for burglars?
A: Around three-quarters of break-ins happen through a door, and almost a quarter via a window. Criminals prefer these points because older locks, flimsy frames, or unlocked openings make them easy to exploit.
Q: What makes modern windows and doors more secure?
A: Products like GFD Homes’ composite doors and aluminium windows feature multi-point locking, laminated/toughened glass, and PAS 24 or Secured by Design accreditation. These standards prove they can withstand forced entry attempts.
Q: Do I really need both strong doors and strong windows?
A: Yes. Burglars look for the weakest link. Even if you have a reinforced composite door, an old timber window could still be an easy entry point. Upgrading both ensures a balanced line of defence.
Q: How does Secured by Design apply to windows and doors?
A: Secured by Design (SBD) is a police-backed scheme that tests and endorses products proven to reduce burglary risks. Choosing SBD-certified windows and doors means your home is fitted with solutions recognised by UK police forces.
Q: Will secure doors and windows still look stylish?
A: Absolutely. Modern designs blend style with strength. You can choose from sleek aluminium frames, colourful composite doors, decorative glazing, and hardware options without compromising on security.
Q: Can upgrading windows and doors lower my insurance premiums?
A: Many insurers offer discounts for homes fitted with PAS 24 or SBD-accredited doors and windows, as they significantly reduce burglary risks.
