Garage door openers, lights, cameras, and home alarms are the four types of garage door security equipment you can install on the outside of your garage door. We’ll go into detail about each one and how you may utilize it to your advantage.

Doors for garages 

Having a remote-controlled door opener or a key code to operate your garage door is one of the first steps in making it safer. Your garage door may be manually opened and closed, so an intruder can do the same. 

Here are some recommendations for using your garage door opener.

• Change the code on your garage door opener frequently. Change it to something new, for instance, while you’re leaving on vacation, to prevent prying eyes from entering. 
• Keep your garage door opener outside of your vehicle. When leaving the house, it makes sense to take the garage door opener with you, but make sure it is stored in a secure location when not in use.
• Disconnect the power. Turn off the electricity when you know you’ll be gone for a long time so the garage door opener won’t operate.
  

How Frequently Should Your Garage Code Be Changed? 

It is advisable to provide each resident of your home a unique lock code, if at all possible. This will make it easier for you to monitor who enters and exits through your garage door. This is particularly helpful if you require a visitor to supervise your home while you are gone, such as a house or pet sitter. 

It’s crucial to periodically alter your code, just like you would with computer passwords. Changing the code is advised every six months unless you notice a lot of unsuccessful attempts to open your garage door. Always avoid using codes that have already been used.     

Lights

A potential intruder can be discouraged from breaking into your home by using motion sensors or exterior illumination. As soon as motion is detected in the garage area, the motion sensor garage lights will come on. Automatic lighting makes it more difficult for an intruder to elude detection by hiding in the shadows. 

Interior lighting will be advantageous as well. Anything that may draw notice to an intruder and potentially illuminate them will deter them from entering your home. Place lights around the garage door and windows to make the most effective use of them.    

You might also decide to get a Spotlight, which you can connect to your phone and regulate the brightness of. Setting it to turn on whenever your garage door opens can help you stay informed of any unauthorized activity.

Camera 

A security camera placed next to your garage can reduce crime by 50%. According to studies, simply installing security signs in your yard can deter potential burglars. Cameras can be useful both inside and outside of your garage door, just like lights can. 

Some cameras can connect to your phone so you can see what is occurring at home in real time. This implies that you can receive messages or alerts when there is motion visible to the camera.  

Home Alarm 

In the event that someone tries to break into your house, setting a home alarm will assist notify you and maybe your neighbors. This alarm is particularly helpful when you’re gone or when it’s late at night and everyone is asleep. 

To meet your needs for monitoring, a wide range of garage security systems are available with various features. Most systems may now be simply synchronized with your phone, allowing you to feel secure even when you’re not home.