How to Secure Your Windows After a Burglary

A break-in is upsetting, and a broken window leaves your home exposed to weather and further intrusion. Here's what to do — fast — and how to make your windows far harder to force next time.

First: make it safe

Don't handle broken glass with bare hands. Keep children and pets away, photograph the damage for your insurer, and call a 24/7 glazier to board up and replace the glass. Boarding up secures the opening immediately, even at 3am.

Replace with safety or security glass

When the glass is replaced, consider an upgrade:

• Laminated glass holds together when struck — it resists forced entry and won't shatter into shards.
• Toughened glass is far stronger than ordinary glass.
• Anti-intrusion double glazing combines insulation with real security.

Reinforce the whole window

Strong glass needs strong fittings: key-operated locks, sturdy handles and, where appropriate, roller shutters that protect the window when you're away.

Don't wait

Burglars often return to a property they've already targeted. Securing and upgrading quickly matters. Our teams can board up tonight and fit permanent security glazing within 24–48 hours.