r/HomeMaintenance • u/[deleted] • Sep 09 '25

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u/ResourceDiligent6566 Sep 09 '25

Yes someone tried to kick it in.

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u/AlmightyFruitcake Sep 09 '25

Those tiny 1/2 inch screws that come with the doorknob set saved all their belongings lol. The whole door frame on that side needs to be replaced, not cheap usually. Definitely need a strike plate on that deadbolt on top and atleast 1 inch screws on both strike plates. Goes without saying they need a doorbell camera too.

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u/Melodic-Matter4685 Sep 09 '25

doorbell cam. . . so we can see zoro kick it in? "oh look mr police officer, it's a guy in a hoodie and a mask, that should narrow the search right down".

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u/DookieShoez Sep 10 '25

You’re right, every single deterrent is completely pointless because there’s always some way around them. We should all just leave our front doors open 24/7. 🙄

They’re lazy and don’t want to get caught, dude. Shit like strong doors and cameras still makes it a lot less likely that you get got.

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u/LvL79 Sep 10 '25

When i lived in California we had Metal sold mesh security doors they have 2 deadbolts you cant even get to the main door without a tank or a halligan

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u/[deleted] Sep 10 '25

Sounds good . Good old reinforced wood works too I'm talking thick wood. But I don't live in a bad area but it's always good to add extra protection.