Door hinges not only keep the door properly settled into the door frame, but they effect the overall opening of the door and whether it closes(latches) properly. In fact, without a door hinge operating properly it is highly likely that your door is not closing at all and rendering your locking system completely useless. That is why it is important to inspect and repair the hinges when needed. The longer a hinge related issue goes unchecked, the longer the weight of the door is compromising the overall security of the door and will ultimately lead to issues with the frame and locking hardware. As the hinge loosens, the screws will pull away from the frame and put more pressure on the other hinges. This will also create tension on the locking hardware as it rubs against the frame and starts to impact the functionality of the lock.
While some might consider “bending” the hinges back in place, our Physical Security Specialists would never recommend this tactic. This is a temporary solution that should be avoided at all costs. FlyLock are equipped with a multitude of methods to help alleviate these issues and can assist with many different hinge types.