Your garage is not just extra space in your home; it houses at least one of your most expensive necessities. Because of this, it should be considered an important investment for your home. You want to make it as difficult as possible for the uninvited to come in and take what’s yours.
Though your garage door may seem stable and secure, it can probably use some additional security. A thief can still cause serious damage to even a very sturdy, metal door. All it takes is some extra security measures to make your garage door as secure as possible, and to keep it that way.
Install additional security features, like locks, motion sensors, and more.
Treat your garage doors like any other door-add locks. You can be high-tech and get a security keypad with a code and an alarm, or be a little more old-fashioned. Do what you feel is more secure and what you don’t mind handling on a daily basis. You can be as secure as you want to be with alarms, deadbolts, and more.
A timer is a good device to have, too. It adds a touch of security for those moments when you’re forgetful and in a hurry. Just set the timer for whatever time you feel is reasonable. If you forget to close your doors, your timer will go off and close the doors for you. That way, instead of turning back when you’re already down the road, you can keep driving, knowing that it’s okay you forgot to close the garage because the garage will close for you.
Motion detection lights are also a great thing to have. Some modern homes come with them installed, or the ability to be installed. These lights only come on when there is significant movement within a certain distance. So, if a stranger comes to your garage door at night, the lights will come on and alert them that someone might be home, and that your home is equipped with security precautions, making it hard for them to accomplish anything they might be planning.
Dress the windows.
If you have windows in your garage doors, those are more ways to see into your garage. Get blinds or shades for them. You can still have the benefit of windows, just close them when you’re not home so that others cannot see what is in your garage. You can also get a film that shades the window so others can’t see in, but you can see out.
Keep the door in good shape.
Your door is strongest when it’s being maintained. Keep it in good shape. Take precautions when using it. Check it regularly and keep its parts clean. Have a professional check it a couple of times per year. All of these things make sure that your door works when you need it, which includes protecting the items in your garage.
We know garage doors and security at Abstract Overhead Door and Fence. Call us and let us help you make your garage doors more secure.
Though your garage door may seem stable and secure, it can probably use some additional security. A thief can still cause serious damage to even a very sturdy, metal door. All it takes is some extra security measures to make your garage door as secure as possible, and to keep it that way.
Install additional security features, like locks, motion sensors, and more.
Treat your garage doors like any other door-add locks. You can be high-tech and get a security keypad with a code and an alarm, or be a little more old-fashioned. Do what you feel is more secure and what you don’t mind handling on a daily basis. You can be as secure as you want to be with alarms, deadbolts, and more.
A timer is a good device to have, too. It adds a touch of security for those moments when you’re forgetful and in a hurry. Just set the timer for whatever time you feel is reasonable. If you forget to close your doors, your timer will go off and close the doors for you. That way, instead of turning back when you’re already down the road, you can keep driving, knowing that it’s okay you forgot to close the garage because the garage will close for you.
Motion detection lights are also a great thing to have. Some modern homes come with them installed, or the ability to be installed. These lights only come on when there is significant movement within a certain distance. So, if a stranger comes to your garage door at night, the lights will come on and alert them that someone might be home, and that your home is equipped with security precautions, making it hard for them to accomplish anything they might be planning.
Dress the windows.
If you have windows in your garage doors, those are more ways to see into your garage. Get blinds or shades for them. You can still have the benefit of windows, just close them when you’re not home so that others cannot see what is in your garage. You can also get a film that shades the window so others can’t see in, but you can see out.
Keep the door in good shape.
Your door is strongest when it’s being maintained. Keep it in good shape. Take precautions when using it. Check it regularly and keep its parts clean. Have a professional check it a couple of times per year. All of these things make sure that your door works when you need it, which includes protecting the items in your garage.
We know garage doors and security at Abstract Overhead Door and Fence. Call us and let us help you make your garage doors more secure.
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