One of the common ways for thieves to break into homes is through attached garages. For a clever thief, a garage door can be an easy way of quickly entering your home if you don’t have the right safety and security measures in place. However, most newer garage door openers offer many security features which can stop thieves from using your garage door opener as a way to get into your home. Here are a few features to look for in a new door, plus some security tips to keep intruders out of your home and garage.
– Rolling codes. Newer remote controls for garage door openers feature rolling codes which make them difficult for thieves to manipulate. If your garage door opener is older, you may also have old technology which is easy for thieves to bypass in order to open your garage door.
– Vacation protection. Some garage door openers offer features which allow you to disable all remote function. This is especially important when you are out of town or on vacation, and during times when no one should be accessing your garage door.
– Smartphone applications. Many newer openers now integrate smartphone technology which allows for control and management of the garage door through the owner’s cell phone. This allows you to be alerted if the door is left opened or opened when you are not at home.
– Remote theft. Always keep close tabs on your garage door remote. Never leave it sitting in open view in your vehicle. This is an open invitation for thieves to break into your car, steal your remote and head to the address on your vehicle’s registration to rob your home.
If you have an older garage door opener, it may be time to upgrade to a model with higher security features. Not only are these features designed for convenience, they are vital to keeping out thieves and intruders who are savvy enough to bypass your old system. Call your local garage door company today to learn what new features are available in garage door openers.
Posted on behalf of Habpro
