This is because a huge amount of pressure is putted on a small area of the jamb when the entry door is kicked.
Entry door jamb reinforcement.
My preference is their door jamb armor set but they suggest having a professional.
In most cases the door jamb is the first that gives out when an intruder kicks a door.
For pricing and availability.
Long throw bolt see buying a deadbolt.
Door armor max combo set white item 187220.
Unless extra reinforcement is taken to strengthen the door frame a forced entry of kick in burglary will split open the wooded door frame around the lock.
Check your existing deadbolt.
If you want to learn how to install a reinforcement kit this is the video to watch.
Any exterior door that only has a lock in the doorknob isn t secure.
Door jamb security repair kits.
In this video acme locksmith demonstrates the installation of an entry door reinforcement kit.
Door security plate door reinforcement plate dual security strike plate door security devices with 5 1 2 inch to 6 inch hole spacing s on latch and deadbolt between door jamb and door 4 5 out of 5 stars 328.
A secure entry starts with a solid door and a grade 1 or grade 2 deadbolt with a solid 1 in.
Installing stronger door locks most residential grade door hardware installed by a builder is grade 3.
It s the easiest to install door jamb and hinge reinforcement product available.
The little door wraps that come with the entry door reinforce kits will work well enough as door reinforcement when it is either metal wrapped or solid wood.
For pricing and availability.
Door armor max combo set satin nickel item 187356.
Door reinforcement locks 12 door security bars 70.
3 7 8 in w x 4 1 2 in h stainless steel door reinforcer reinforcing plate.
Item 1183524 model 570161.
Strikemaster ii pro provides real protection.
A sturdy screwdriver or small pry bar can quickly bow the doorjamb enough to release the latch.
It consists of a 5 pin tumbler cylinder and includes a tamper proof shutter guard.