When it comes about home security, sometimes you forget about the garage. It is a very problematic, because garage is one of the home security vulnerability areas. Things you have in the garage such as your car, lawnmower, bikes, bicycle and others are appealing to intruders. If once they enter your garage, they get an access of the rest of your house so easily.
Burglars are just waiting for the moment to break in your garage and house. Did you know an intruder break into a garage in a few seconds? A garage is a common weak point and it is easily targeted by thieves.
Here are some useful tips that you can use to secure your garage.
1. By adding security system: A security system or hidden cameras should be your first choice to secure your garage from thieves. It is proven that house monitoring system helps to prevent burglary attempts. May be you rent a garage to park your car or bike and live far away from it. In such situation, a security system is only a way to secure your garage.
2. Windows: Do you know your garage has several entry points and window is one of them? Don’t allow for anyone to see in your garage. Cover up the windows with blinds and curtains. If you don’t want to cover up them with curtains, you can use opaque film. It allows to light in and no one can see inside.
3. Protect your remote: Do not forget your opener remote into your car. By doing this, you give an access of your garage to burglars. Take the remote with you wherever you go. If an intruder get your remote, you will find your belongings are all gone when you come back after a long day work.
4. Keep the garage door close: Many families have habits that leave the garage door open most of the time during a day. Thieves are just waiting for the moment when they get an entry into your garage. You allow them by opening the door. Keep your garage door as secure as the other external door of your house.
5. Don’t neglect the maintenance: Don’t forget about the maintenance and repair on the mechanical parts of your garage door. Check its every part including hinges, lock, spring, frame, cable and others. If you find any wear and tear parts, replace it as soon as possible.
Most of the homeowners are not aware of this fact that a garage door is the most vulnerable part of their house. You store a huge amount of assets in your garage. That’s why it is important a security system to protect your valuables.
