Personal Safety Features to Look Out for Before Buying a Property
Whenever you think of buying a new property, certain questions start popping up in your head. You think of getting a house at the best possible place in your budget. Then comes your living space requirements, the number of rooms, bathrooms, as well as the parking space. Then moving in, getting new furniture, setting up your new house, etc. All these things however are secondary. Your primary concern should be the safety and security of your family. So here are some basic features of home safety, that you need to look out for, before purchasing a property.
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Doors and Locks Since doors serve as the entry and exit points to your house. you need to ensure that they are secure and have proper locks. a solid door lock should have a 1inch bolt that is reinforced into a steel or wooden frame. the doors of your property should be made with solid wood or steel. the main doors shouldn't be hollow because that makes them easy to break. if the door has glass panes, then your deadbolts should be keyed to prevent criminals from breaking the glass and reach the lock. Bellows College
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Windows Just like the doors, your new property's windows are also potential break-in points for burglars. Make sure the windows have proper locks installed. The panels should be intact with screws hidden properly so that no one can access or open them. The windows should also be able to open from the inside. Make sure that they are not painted shut. Else you won't be able to even open them for air passage. Doors and windows are potential break-in points from where burglars can try their luck. If a property has an Intruder alarm system installed at such points you should consider buying it. Insurance companies also provide a discount for such features. Bellows College
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Staircases The staircase is another thing to look for when buying a property. You need to ensure that the stairs have firm handrails that can be gripped easily. The width of the step is important too. A 10 to 11 inches step is considered safe and comfortable to climb for an average human. Then comes the travel distance between the two steps. That should be no more than 7.75 inches. Having a contractor with you while visiting a property can help point out such features.
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Many people forget to check with the wiring is done properly or not. You need to check each room and ensure there are no open wires or broken switchboards. This is one of those hazards that should not be neglected. Another thing to do is notice all the power outlets, count the number of outlets and think about how you will power your outlet. You need to ensure that all your appliances and electrical items get ample space and separate power outlets to run smoothly. These are the few personal safety features you need to look for when buying a property.
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