Home security is a big concern. Nobody wants their house broken into, so it’s not surprising that we get asked about it a lot. At Whitesales, all the architects, merchants, builders and other trade professionals we work with have to think about their customer’s safety. Roof lanterns and skylights are no exception. 

This of course begs the question; how secure are roof lanterns? In short, very. If you collaborate with Whitesales on a building project, you can rest easy knowing that you’ll be working with some of the safest roof lanterns on the market. Let’s examine why and address some of the more common questions. 

Resisting Break-Ins

Because glass is not as strong as brick, windows and glazed areas are often seen as potential weak spots. Consequently, we can understand why people might worry about their roof lanterns. Surely, it would be easy for a determined intruder to break one, providing they can climb onto the roof? 

Well, no. The stereotype of the easily smashable window is out of date and is based on old-fashioned, single glazing. Technology has advanced and modern double glazing is far tougher than you might expect. The space between the panes acts as a shock absorber and it takes far more effort to crack double glazed windows than it once did. This extends to roof lights and lanterns as well. They come with modern laminated glass and can be upgraded to triple glazing if the customer desires. It’ll withstand break-ins and keep unwanted visitors out of the home.

It’s not just the glass which is tough, the frame is too. Our lanterns are made with aluminium, which is lighter than steel but almost as strong. Even the most well-built burglar would have a hard time breaking through the structure. 

Weather Proof Overhead Glazing

Burglars aside, there’s also the weather to think about. Withstanding a break-in is a one-off challenge, but keeping the harsher elements of Mother Nature at bay is a round-the-clock job. Modern aluminium roof lanterns are perfect for this. They’re built to last and survive constant exposure to atmospheric conditions. We’re so confident in ours that they come with a ten-year guarantee as standard. 

In other words, whether it’s someone trying to get in the house to steal your valuables or months of hailstones hitting the glass, metal roof lanterns are perfectly safe. The worst weather will have no effect on them and if a passing criminal thinks they can take advantage of the lantern, they’ll be sorely mistaken. 

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At Whitesales, we constantly push ourselves to manufacture the safest, most reliable glazing possible. We are up to speed on current UK building and safety regulations and can state with full confidence that our roof lanterns are secure. 

If you’d like to know more, you’re welcome to contact us. Our expert staff will be able to pass on all the professional advice you could need. Alternatively, if you’d like to speak with us about your next building project, you can request an online quote. We can’t wait to work with you. 

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