Your Family’s Safety is Our Number One Priority!Who will need a window guard? By law, anyone with children 10 years or under.
If I have a balcony window, do I need a window guard? Yes, it is mandatory by law that a window guard be installed on all balcony windows.
What is the mandatory height required by law from the ground to the window in order to have a window guard? The mandatory height is 8 feet; however, window guards are also used for security purposes on ground floors to deter burglaries.
What type of screws must I use to be code compliant? Tamper-proof screws or a one-way screws are best. We have found that the tamper-proof screws are more homeowner and management company friendly.
Do you have color options? Yes! Sentry Window Guards is proud to be the first in the industry to offer 20 standard architectural colors in AAMA 2604 Powder Coating. This finish utilizes the newest green technology, providing an unmatched performance in durability exceeding all industry standards and is able to match any building facade and window frame colors. All sentry powder coat window guard products are warranted for life against rust. Sentry is also capable of matching any color that isn’t part of our standard color selection.
Does Sentry install the window guards? Yes! We are your one-stop solution for window guards and windows. From start to finish, our professionally trained staff can assist you in your next window guard project. We will come to your site and troubleshoot, measure, fabricate, supply and install within a 24 hour period.
At Sentry Window Guards, our business is to keep children safe by preventing window fall accidents from occurring. Visit here for more tips from the National Safety Council regarding emergency plans and preventing window falls. And remember if you reside in New York City, homeowners MUST have window guards on their windows BY LAW if children 10 years or younger are living in the home. For more information regarding our window guard products and our experience and leadership in understanding NYC safety requirements, contact us today!
