Lock-side damage
Forced entry damaged the mortise lock inside the aluminum door
The lock body and surrounding aluminum stile had taken the force of the break-in.
Break-in damage repair & forced-entry repair - Toronto & GTA
Door kicked in or forced open?
A break-in can split the jamb, damage the frame, bend the door or break the lock and strike area.
Break-in damage repair: storefront lock and strike reinforcement
Strike-side failure
The latch no longer met a stable receiving point in the frame
The opposite side of the entrance also showed damage where the latch and strike were supposed to meet.
Full entrance assessment
The complete double-door system was checked while the store remained active
DoorWin reviewed both door leaves, the meeting stiles, handles, lock side, closer action and frame alignment.
Reinforced strike repair
A fitted metal repair section rebuilt the damaged receiving area
A metal reinforcement component was installed over the failed frame section to create a solid latch and strike zone again.
Locking point strengthened
The repaired area was secured with through-fastened hardware
The reinforcement was fixed in place with visible fasteners and aligned with the meeting door leaf.
Storefront secured
The double doors returned to a closed and lockable position
The completed storefront entrance was back in operation with the damaged lock-side area reinforced.
Kicked-In Door and Forced-Entry Damage
Break-in damage repair focuses on the parts that keep an exterior door secure: the lock, latch, strike plate, frame or jamb, door edge, astragal, hinges or pivots and any adjacent glass. The first goal is an entrance that can close and lock.
Door Frame, Jamb and Strike Plate Repair
A new lock alone may not secure the property if the strike plate was pulled away, the frame or jamb split, the aluminum stile tore or the door shifted out of alignment. The complete opening is checked before the repair scope is confirmed.
Broken Locks and Hardware After a Break-In
Locks, cylinders, hinges, pivots, closers and other hardware are checked together with the door and frame. Serviceable openings may be reinforced, realigned or fitted with replacement hardware.
Can the Door Be Repaired or Does It Need Replacement?
A targeted repair may be suitable when damaged components can be restored and the opening can close and lock correctly. Severe door or frame damage may require planned replacement after the property is secured.
Completed work
Completed Break-In Door Repairs
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FAQ
Break-In Damage Repair FAQ
Can a kicked-in door be repaired?
Sometimes. DoorWin checks the door slab, frame or jamb, lock side, strike plate, hinges and alignment to determine whether reinforcement and repair can restore secure operation or replacement is required.
Can you repair a split door frame or jamb?
Repair may be possible when the remaining frame or jamb can still support secure fastening and hardware. Severe splitting, twisting or structural damage may require partial or full replacement.
What if the door will not lock after a break-in?
The problem may involve the lock, strike plate, frame or jamb, door alignment or more than one damaged component. DoorWin checks the full opening before confirming the repair path.
Do you repair residential and commercial doors after forced entry?
Yes. DoorWin assesses residential exterior doors, storefront entrances and commercial doors, including frames, jambs, locks, strike areas and related hardware.
Can you temporarily secure the opening?
Yes. Board-up or another temporary securing method may be used when the door or glass opening cannot be closed safely or permanent repair cannot begin immediately.
Service area
Toronto & GTA service coverage
Toronto storefront and residential entry doorsMississauga and Vaughan business entrancesMilton and GTA exterior front doors TorontoMississaugaVaughanMilton
Next step
Send Photos for a Break-In Damage Assessment
Send a full photo of the damaged door, close-ups of the lock, strike and frame or jamb, and a short video showing whether it can close and lock. Call if the property cannot be secured.