Comments on: How to Install Window Sensors in Your Home

on 3/6/2006 Many old houses have painted-shut windows, many companies will sell you window sensors anyway. Glass sensors or motion sensors (if applicable) would actually work, and cause less expense and problems.

on 1/18/2006 Window contacts, in my opinion, are better than glass break detectors. If you use only glass break detectors, the windows must be securely locked all the time. Many times in the spring and summer months, homeowners will leave their windows unlocked or open and the alarm can still be armed. With window contacts you can not arm your house until you close your window. The best solution is window contacts with glass break detectors.

on 11/22/2005 When installing a window contact, do not mount the magnet to the window frame. Mount it to the movable part of the window. The contact itself should be glued or screwed to the window frame and wired properly. If it is a wireless system, this practice may not be necessary, but it is still recommended. For better performance, install the magnets to the movable parts.