Your garage is an essential part of your home, providing safe storage space for your car and other belongings. Although it may appear well-secured, there are security enhancements homeowners frequently overlook. Unfortunately, thieves often target garages with security flaws because they can be an easy way to gain access to your home. The good news is that there are several ways to secure your garage door and keep your home safe.
Keep Your Garage Door Opener Secure
Many homeowners make the mistake of leaving their garage door opener in their cars, which can be an easy target for thieves. This may seem like a non-issue if you park in the garage, but if your car is broken into elsewhere, thieves can also steal registration documents and potentially track down your house. They have easy access to the inside of the home if they also have the opener. Keep your opener with you, and don’t leave it in the vehicle.
Install a Garage Door Sensor
Installing a garage door sensor is an excellent way to secure your garage door. It will notify you when your garage door is opened, even if you’re not at home. The sensor usually provides notification options such as text or phone. This allows you to act immediately and prevent unauthorized access to your home. As an added benefit, it can also tell you if you’ve left the door open after arriving home after a busy day.
Secure Your Interior Entrance
When your garage is attached to your home, it’s common practice to leave the interior access door open while ensuring the garage doors are secure. But should a thief bypass your garage safeguards, there’s nothing stopping them from entering the home. Installing a deadbolt lock on the interior door and reinforcing the doorjamb prevents it from being kicked in. Likewise, if you lock your front or back doors open, you should treat this door with the same level of security.
Upgrade Your Garage Door Opener
If your garage door opener is older, it may be more susceptible to hacking. Consider upgrading to a newer model with more advanced security features, such as rolling codes. Older models only use a single code, but rolling codes change every time you use the remote. This will make it more difficult for thieves to access your garage.
Don’t Forget High-Quality Doors
High-quality garage doors are the first line of defense for home security. Well-built doors that are difficult to break or damage make it harder for burglars to access your garage and home. Each of Overlay Collection’s custom-made garage doors is crafted by hand and designed for exceptional performance, durability, and personalized style, all adding safety and value to your home. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards enhancing your home’s security and curb appeal with a custom garage door.