5 Garage Door Security Tips to Remember

Did you know that 9 percent of home break-ins occur through the garage? While the garage door plays a critical role in your home, the installation can also provide easy access to burglars. Homeowners who don't optimize the garage door for security allow their homes to be more vulnerable to burglaries.

To enhance security in your home, here are effective garage door security tips to remember.

1. Install a Garage Lock Shield

The weakest security link for your garage door is the lock. Thieves can gain access to your garage in less than ten seconds with a coat hanger. While the door lock should provide added security in your garage, a design flaw makes the appliance vulnerable to exploitation by burglars.

 A garage lock shield is a cheap but effective solution to protect the door lock and make your garage door more effective. The installation overcomes the design flaw that burglars can use to gain entry.

2. Use Motion Detection Lights

One of the most effective deterrents for burglars is motion lights over your garage door. If your garage door is out of sight, the motion detection technology alerts you any time someone approaches the area. When the lights turn on, the intruder has to look for cover and you can call your security company.

3. Install a Security Camera

Security cameras have evolved over the years and, today, you can get better visuals of your compound. Some security cameras come with remote control through apps, and you can monitor the garage area even when away.  

Other camera features, such as night vision and alert signals, deliver enhanced efficiency. A security camera over the garage can deter burglars and keep your home safe.

4. Don't Store the Remote in Your Car

With an automated garage door, you can open or close the door while inside your vehicle. But if you keep the device in the vehicle, you add to the security risk for several reasons.

You may forget to lock the car when parked outside, and a burglar can easily open the garage door and gain access to the main house. The door remote can also fall off the vehicle and get damaged, or you might lose it altogether.

Whenever you don't have the remote on you, your home is not secure. Anyone who has the remote can access the house and cause harm, steal, or damage your property. Always carry the remote in your pocket together with the car keys.

5. Install Frosted Glass Windows

Modern garage door systems allow for aesthetic and functional features such as decorative hardware, windows, or ventilation openings. The features add a touch of style and practicality to the installation but can pose a security risk.

Burglars can check through transparent glass windows to see what's inside the garage. You can reduce the risk with frosted glass on the garage door openings or your garage windows. Talk to your garage door contractor and look for a tough frosted glass material that suits the style of your door.

A garage door is a versatile appliance that affects your home's appearance, security, and provides easy access. The best garage door systems offer convenience and added safety to protect the user. The above five tips help optimize your garage door to provide better protection to your home.

If you want to get the best out of your garage door, take proactive measures to maintain the installation in mint condition. Our experienced team at Guaranteed Door Service, Inc., has continued to serve residential and commercial clients with outstanding garage door solutions since 1978. For all your garage door needs in the Grand Canyon State, contact us today and get a free quote.