Burglars Know Your System Better Than You Do
Burglars are opportunists.
They plan. They scout. They test weaknesses.
Here’s what they told us:
“Most people think a camera or alarm is enough. It’s not. I was in and out in 60 seconds—before anyone could respond.”
“We look for houses with glass, no bars, no dogs. Doesn’t matter if there’s a Ring cam—we wear hoodies.”
“If I saw bars on windows, I walked away. Takes too long. Too loud. Not worth it.”
Top 5 Things Burglars Ignore Completely
- Security Cameras
“We expect them. We’re covered up. They don’t stop us.”
- Smart Locks
“If the door’s locked, we go for the window.”
- Fake Alarm Signs
“We know which are real and which are cheap Amazon signs.”
- Window Sensors
“We cut them. We smash fast and leave.”
- People Who Say ‘My Neighborhood Is Safe’
“That’s our favorite kind of house.”
What Actually Stops a Break-In? One Word: Resistance.
Burglars hate friction.
They want easy access, low visibility, and quick escape.
When we asked:
“What made you walk away from a target?”
The unanimous answer:
“Bars. If the window had bars, I skipped it. Too loud. Too hard. Too risky.”
Why Windows Are the #1 Entry Point for Burglars
- 23% of break-ins happen through a window
- Windows are often unlocked, left open, or easy to smash
- Most people reinforce doors—but forget about glass
- Sliding windows and patio doors are notoriously weak
What Burglars Look for (and Avoid)
| Feature | Reaction from Former Burglars |
|---|---|
| Security cameras | “Don’t care. We’re covered up.” |
| Alarm systems | “We move fast. Most won’t respond in time.” |
| Window sensors | “Smash and go. Sensors don’t stop us.” |
| Interior window bars | “Nope. Too much noise. Walked away.” |
| Motion lights | “They help us see better.” |
| Security film | “Slows us a little, but still breakable.” |
What Real Intruders Say About Physical Barriers
“I’d hit five houses in a block and skip the one with bars.”
— Interview with “Mike,” former burglar (served 8 years)
“The guys who put bars inside the windows? That’s serious protection. Can’t pop them, can’t pry them.”
— Statement from reformed thief turned security consultant
“Most people don’t understand how fast we are. You need something that physically stops us.”
— Anonymous interview, 2024
Why Interior Window Bars Work Better Than You Think
Traditional exterior bars are ugly, violate fire codes, and scream “danger.”
But modern interior bars like SWB offer:
- Sleek, interior-mounted design (invisible from outside)
- Adjustability for any window type
- Emergency-release models (Model A/EXIT) for bedroom compliance
- Tamper-proof mounting that can’t be removed from the outside
- DIY installation in 20 minutes
SWB, What Even Burglars Respect
Let’s be blunt:
Burglars fear SWB—not because it’s aggressive, but because it works.
When glass shatters and there’s a steel bar behind it, the job ends.
There’s no workaround.
No shortcut.
No trick.
Just resistance.
And that’s all it takes to send an intruder running.
Stories From the Other Side
Case: Smash-and-Fail in a Jewelry Boutique (Austin, TX)
During a riot, four nearby stores were looted. The only one untouched?
A boutique with SWB Model B bars on the inside.
The glass was cracked—but no entry was made.
Case: Airbnb in Denver, CO
A guest was sleeping when someone tried to break in through the side window.
The noise of the glass + the failed entry attempt woke the guest and alerted police.
No one was harmed. Nothing was stolen.
Thanks to SWB Model A/EXIT, the guest had a secondary exit too.
Don’t Just Listen to Us. Listen to the People Who Broke In for a Living.
They said it loud and clear:
“If it’s physical and secure—we won’t bother.”
Alarms can be hacked. Cameras ignored. Apps delayed.
But a bar? You have to fight it.
And most burglars don’t want to fight.
They want easy wins.
Don’t give them one.
Want to Beat a Burglar? Think Like One.
You don’t need to live in fear.
You just need to think like the person who might target your home or business.
And then—shut them down before they even try.
