We know that Folding Doors , both exterior folding glass wall patio doors , and interior bi-folding, sliding doors, enhance the beauty of your home. When considering folding patio doors for your patio and exterior, such as this retractable glass walls video -a Premier Folding Doors Los Angeles installation within a beautiful Los Feliz home, you also consider how to keep those folding doors secure and intrusion-resistant.

By opening up natural light through these bi-folding glass doors , there is a need for increased security, and avoid potential targets for intrusion.

Here is a checklist while considering your specific standards to maintain folding patio doors security:

1. Security Locks

The sidelock system is designed for maximum security, compared to a typical latch that hooks onto the door frame. Sidelocks are more difficult to manipulate and disable. (They are unique to TGroup Windows and Doors’ Frameless Folding Doors.) They allow you to lock and unlock your door, without having to reach to lock at the top of the system or kneel down to lock at the bottom. Also, all Slide and Fold Doors from TGroup Windows and Doors work on the same security principle-when they are closed, they all interlock together to form a solid wall.

2 and 3. Location and Visibility.

The advantages of increasing natural light and your views to the outside from folding patio doors also increases visibility into the inside of your home-from un-invited outsiders, and all unwanted intruders.

One of the easiest ways to address both location and visibility advantages/disadvantages is by installing:

4. Door Coverings

Covering the glass of the folding doors with blinds, shutters, or a privacy window film can prevent intruders from viewing your belongings and knowing your whereabouts.

While these types of door coverings may not actually stop an intruder from breaking through the doors, they do limit visibility. In addition, privacy window film adds another layer to prevent window damage-which can also slow down or discourage any intrusion plans.

5. Glass Security

Consider the quality of robust or impact glass in your folding doors company evaluation.  TGroup Windows and Doors’ Premier Folding Doors come standard with 3/8″ tempered glass, with other glass options available for your security needs.

As you can see, we have discussed reasonable, practical measures to deter intrusion. (For actual prevention from intruders, it will require “fortress project” plans and investments.)

Take reasonable steps to maintain security, while adding warmth and beauty to your home with Premier Folding Doors from TGroup Windows and Doors. Transform your interior and exterior living spaces into a warm venue to entertain, socialize, refresh and relax. Our affordable folding doors enhance your style of life, while increasing your home value.

 Get your own ideas from our folding doors gallery, or call us, 760.806.6830, on how to open up your spaces, and merge indoor with outdoor home areas.