6 Steps for Securing Your Garage Door for Vacation

Summer is here and people around the world are planning vacations left and right to make up for the lost time. But what about the home you leave behind? Do you have the peace of mind that it’s being kept safe?

Here are a few tips for garage door security to keep your home safe so you can enjoy your vacation stress-free.

1. Secure your garage door opener

Securing the opener is an easy way to protect your home! Many openers have a “vacation mode” setting which disables remotes and prevents the door from being opened from the outside. If yours doesn’t have that setting, you can simply unplug it. Just make sure to check your owner’s manual for instructions!

2. Lock your garage door

While locks aren’t necessary if you have electric openers, it’s a good idea to engage the lock if you have one. If your opener is older, check yourself to see if the door can be opened from the outside and consider adding a lock for extra security.

3. Motion lights and security cameras

Motion lights detect moving objects and illuminate the surrounding area which deters intruders who are less likely to approach a home that is well-lit. You can also consider adding security cameras to your property. Most systems are connected through an app so you can keep an eye on things from wherever you are.

4. Invest in a smart garage door opener

Most smart garage door openers allow you to control and monitor your garage door and lights from your phone, from anywhere. Some apps also let you allow others access to your garage – these users, such as dog walkers or babysitters, can even be set to access your garage at certain times only. A smart garage door opener gives you the most control over your garage and helps keep your home safe!

5. Secure your keypad

Garage door keypads are typically easily accessible, so you should turn them off to secure them against anyone who may try to crack the code. You can turn off its circuit breaker, find vacation settings or remove the device’s batteries.

6. Secure Garage Entry Door

In the event that an intruder is able to gain access to the garage, making sure the door that enters your home is locked will be one extra barrier.

While garage doors can be an easy access point for potential intruders, most of them are less likely to go through multiple steps and barriers. The more barriers, the better off you are and the more peace of mind you’ll have! And when it comes to keeping your garage door safe, we are here to help. Whether you need help locating vacation settings or you’d like someone to help you walk through securing your door, get in touch with our experts for a chat!