Most homeowners do not realize how easy it is to break into their home simply by kicky the front in which breaks the door jamb and leaves the door open for the intruders to take what they want from the home. The door jamb is usually a fragile piece of wood and it grows more so with age. There is a way to prevent this from happening to your home. Go to visit us website for more details.
First, the wood piece which was split off during the forced entry is nailed back to what is left of the door jamb. This will restore the door jamb to its original shape, but it will not strengthen the door jamb. The door jamb will likely be even weaker than it was before the break-in.
However, there is a way to strengthen the door jamb so it cannot be broken again. A high strength steel plate is installed over the door jamb by 3 1/2 inch drywall screws. This is now a secure door. The locks will fit as they did before the steel plate was installed. Door Repairs in Oak Lawn IL can install this security device.
The Chicago Police Department states that the homes which have taken no action to provide a more secure door are ten times more likely to be burglarized. The prevention of a burglary is so easy to accomplish without added protection.
Other door security devices are available:
- Access control
- Keyless entry systems
- Push button locks
New and stronger locks can be installed to deter someone from busting the lock out. The access control systems provide protection for those inside the building or home. The keyless entry systems are available in the following:
- An electronic key pad or a card entry system. The code can be changed whenever it is necessary to do so, or a card can be locked out by an electronic method.
- The push button locks are a mechanical lock. When the right combinations of buttons are pushed the handle will open the door.
While these are good security features, most homes can be made more secure by the installation of the steel door jamb. Keyway Lock and Security of Oak Lawn IL can provide more information on this home security device.