Old Metal double glazing locks and insurance issues

[joshinlondon]

Hi
We have old double glazing with metal frames, on the handle the there is a small screw turned by an allen key that locks the window.

Does this comply with insurance companies requirements to have key locked windows? IF not can anyone make a recommendation as to what I could add.

I also have a sliding patio door of the same generation, I am not sure if this will comply for insurance needs andy advice in terms of what i need would be of use.

Many thanks

 

[magicmushroom666]

I just tell the insurance company they dont have locks, only makes a few pounds difference usually

 

[Hot&Cold]

Does this comply with insurance companies requirements to have key locked windows?

well it's a key

 

[JohnD]

sliding patio doors are easy, there are any number of small key-operated locks. Fit one near the top and one near the bottom, they will also prevent the door being lifted off its tracks.

For example
https://www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk/product/era-patio-door-lock-white-926220
or cheaper without the brand name
https://www.screwfix.com/p/era-100-12-patio-push-lock-white/2430t
wow, look at the price difference!


windows will probably be equally easy, but show some more pics please.
https://www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk...dow lock&fl=category:door_and_window_security

this one is very good value
https://www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk/product/push-type-window-lock-keyed-alike-differ-2-silver-765710

They're cheaper on ebay. Sometimes the DIY sheds have a multipack at a good price, and own-brands

Fix with self-tapping screws into the metal

If they all work on the same key, that's convenient. Put a cuphook out of sight on each windowframe, at the top corner away from the opening, where it can't be seen or reached from outside.

I'd recommend ones you can push to lock, but need the key to open. Quick and easy means they are more likely to be used.

 

[Gazman16]

My answer would be yes (although could vary by insurance company's)
Alot of modern high end window handle locks have gone back to this type so they are discrete.

But as someone else said just tell them the windows are not key lockable. The savings are not worth the fact they could refuse to pay out if someone broke in a window somewhere in the house wasn't locked