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Most homeowners get the renovation urge at some point. Good ideas and good opportunities can be hard to resist. It’s worth checking out some further options for major improvements when renovating. Older homes often have the flaws of their era. One of the most common problems for these older buildings is poor security on doors and windows. Modern security screens can put an end to those issues, and add value to the home as well.

Renovation, with all the work being done, is the best time to look at security issues. You can solve a whole range of problems at the same time as you renovate. You’ll also find that builders, designers security consultants and architects will agree with any security upgrade, particularly if you’ve got a lot of window space.

This is a real win-win scenario. If you can install high value security as well as your renovations, you’re upgrading the home value considerably, and at relatively low cost. This over time can add a lot of value, particularly for upmarket homes where security is a natural consideration for buyers.

On the other side of the equation, it’s also a particularly good all-round approach to renovation. The new security doors and windows can be installed to provide a general improvement in security, reduce maintenance costs and in many cases allow for better lighting and ventilation by replacing obsolete windows and doors.

Planning your security upgrade- Before you commence renovation work

The best way to plan for your security upgrade is to get some onsite quotes from installers. You’ll be able to ask questions about any site issues and get some tips about your options. Have your renovation plans handy for the installers. Flag your renovation plans in advance so the installers understand the issues involved. You’ll be able to provide detailed information regarding the renovations at this time.

Best practice security screen installation for renovators

The best ways to check out your options for security are quite straightforward, and you can fit in your installation with your renovations as well.

Start planning your installation and renovation to work together:

• The installation will involve the renovations insofar as the new building windows are concerned. Talk to your designer or architect first to check any issues. You’ll find that the designer/ architect will be able to tell you all that’s involved in the upgrade and integrate the new window screens and doors into the planning for the renovations. Security screens can be customized, so it’s really a matter of specifications and scheduling the work.
• Talk to your builder about scheduling installation of screens in conjunction with the renovations. The builder will be able to give you a reliable working time frame for completion of renovations and clearing the decks for immediate installation.
• Contact the security screen suppliers. They can do an onsite quote and evaluate the requirements of the renovations at the same time. The installation can be organized to match your renovation requirements.

Security upgrades are good value, good quality improvements for any home. Adding security screens to your renovations will provide you with peace of mind and some extra value on your home. Speak to a security screen supplier and see what’s possible.

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