Your garage door is often the largest entry point to your home. Here are the most effective security measures every Los Angeles homeowner should implement.
Never Leave the Opener in Your Car
A garage door remote left in an unlocked car is an invitation for burglars. Use a keychain remote instead, or upgrade to a smart opener you control with your phone.
Install a Smart Opener with Alerts
Smart openers like LiftMaster with myQ send real-time alerts to your phone when the garage door opens or closes. You can also close it remotely if you forget — particularly useful in Los Angeles where many residents commute long distances.
Secure the Emergency Release
The red emergency release cord inside your garage can be triggered from outside through a gap at the top of the door using a wire coat hanger. Install a zip tie through the release handle (leaving enough slack for emergency use) to prevent this technique from working.
Don't Leave the Door Open
Even 10 minutes of leaving your garage door open while working in the yard is enough for a quick-moving thief. Install a garage door timer (available as an add-on to most openers) that automatically closes the door after a set period.
Reinforce the Door Into Your Home
The door connecting your garage to your home's interior should be solid-core or metal, with a deadbolt. This secondary line of defense is critical. Contact Garage Mender at (209) 593-4575 if you need hardware advice.
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