While Massachusetts thankfully has a lower crime rate than many other states, we do have our share of criminals. Smash and grab robberies are breaking windows to gain access to whatever is inside. In our role as a Abington MA commercial glass company, we’ve seen this happen to business windows as well as showcases.
As a business owner, you may say what can I do to prevent this type of criminal attack? Some types of businesses, including jewelry stores, electronics stores, and convenience stores, are particularly vulnerable to smash and grab robberies. However, as different types of stores are choosing to move some kinds of inventory such as hygiene products and laundry soap behind security doors, they’re also experiencing an increase in smash and grab style robberies.
Retail security experts recommend improving the lighting in and around your store windows, installing cameras, hiring security personnel, and having burglary resistant glass installed. We’d like to talk about this last option, as it’s in our wheelhouse as a commercial glass company.
Burglar proof glass is a type of laminated glass. In between two panes of glass is a tear-resistant film that frustrates and deters the smash and grab style criminal. There are other, even more durable types of glass available, including bullet-proof glass.
What type of security glass is right for your business? Before you get your heart set on any one solution to protecting your business from criminals, talk with the experts at your local commercial glass company first. Security glass commands some high prices, so you want to be sure you’re investing your money in a way that really makes sense for your business.
If you do move forward with having burglar or bullet proof glass installed in your home or business, make sure to mention this to your insurance agent. You may qualify for premium discounts!
