In addition, standard door hinges and strike plates on most homes use only 1/2 or 3/4 long screws which do not give This is what happens when a burglar attempts to kick in or shoulder slam a door. Softwoods like these just can not withstand the impact of a large solid steel deadbolt latch being shoved against them. Most door jambs are made from softwood trees like Pine, Spruce and Fir. Door frame or door jamb that is the weakest part.
It is the door casing. The exterior doors, hinges and security locks are not what makes it easy for break ins to occur. There is only 3/8 of an inch of softwood shielding the security of your home. The weakest point is the strike plate that holds the lock or deadbolt in place. Take a good look at the door frame on your front door.
What is it about exterior doors that make them so easy for a thief to gain easy access into a home or office? According to the FBI 73% of burglars gain entry into a place of residence is by kicking in the door. It is easy for a thief to gain entry into your home by a simple kick or shoulder slam. And the reason is that either of these doors are usually well hidden from the road and neighbors. Any competent robber knows that the garage door is ordinarily the easiest means to come in with the back door being next. The easiest way for a robber to get into is through the front, back or garage doors.
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