Locks for windows
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The windows in my new home do not have the safety locks on them. I would like to leave the windows open about an inch when I leave the house but don’t think it’s a good idea to do this without the locks. Any suggestions would be appreciated!
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There are all sorts of after market locks just for this purpose. Any hardware, home improvement or window specialty shop will have options for you to choose from. Pay attention to installation instructions, some can be tricky.
you can also open 'down' from the top --- no where near as 'obvious' as windows open at the bottom ! -- also gives better air circulation as heat 'rises' and being open at the top allows more 'stale' air to escape.
I think that if you place a sturdy dowel between the top of the window and the top of the window casing in the side where it will fit into the groove the window slides in. It might work
Set a wooden or metal dowel at an angle between the window and the sash, so that anyone trying to raise it will just jam it harder...similar to rods used on sliding doors.
If you want to take care of the safety of your home, you should get help from a good locksmith. He will install protection on the windows, and you can open them and leave them in peace. I think that is the best solution you can get. Even better for you would be to take a locksmith course. It's pretty easy to do that now, thanks to the ability to take online courses. I found out about it thanks to this website https://www.howtobecomealocksmith.org/locksmith-training/. Additional knowledge is never superfluous, so think about my suggestion. I wish you good luck!