Two doors are always better than one.
													
																	Securing your front door. 
									
	
		
	
																	In order to be considered the best way to secure a door they need to actually secure the door on the front end and not just send a message the door s security has failed. 
																	Enough kicks and even a box plate gives way to the laws of physics. 
																	Before buying door security equipment start by measuring your door s thickness height and width to pick the right option for your home. 
																	Some people think that perhaps a dog is better than a security system but that is a separate consideration. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Any exterior door that only has a lock in the doorknob isn t secure. 
																	Security screens are perforated metal barriers that have room for additional locks. 
																	Check all exterior doors. 
																	Reinforce the door and door jamb. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	There s usually just an inch or so of wood securing the strike plate into place. 
																	This is where a door reinforcement kit fortifies the ability of a door to. 
																	However remember each door is different. 
																	To improve your front door security put another door in front of your door. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	In this video i show you a simple trick to making your home more secure from break ins. 
																	The standard front door is between 30 to 36 inches wide and up to 80 inches tall. 
																	A sturdy screwdriver or small pry bar can quickly bow the doorjamb enough to release the latch. 
																	Even with a box plate installed a persistent burglar can eventually break down the door frame with an onslaught of forceful kicks.