If you have ever stepped into a home that has roof windows, you will be fascinated. Somehow this feature adds character and a sense of glamour and old-worldly charm to the room. If your home has a roof that allows you the opportunity to add a window, this is worthwhile considering, but before charging into making this decision, safety and security features should be considered as well. It is imperative that you get an experienced contractor to do the job as working on the roof requires expertise and their safety is as important as yours. This is hardly a job that you should consider doing on your own unless your handyman skills are exemplary! If you are planning to install a roof window into a bedroom in your home, you should also contemplate installing blinds as well, for those lazy Sunday afternoons when a nap is in order. In addition, always keep security in mind. If the windows can be opened, ensure that they are lockable from inside so as to protect your home. Most roof windows come with internal latches that can be used and you should check with your contractor that the specific type of roof window you want to instal has this feature as well.