Browse Forums Safer Living Re: Securing a Garage Door? 2Mar 07, 2016 11:40 am I guess if its off - then install a few bolts either side. You could have a padlock on them if you wished. BUT - remember to unlock before use. Re: Securing a Garage Door? 3Mar 07, 2016 2:23 pm Thanks, was thinking the same but I may just go with a couple of long shank padlocks through the holes in the rails. But as you say - critical to remove before repowering the door - may have to put a note to myslef on the switch Re: Securing a Garage Door? 4Mar 07, 2016 3:43 pm i believe there is an electronic lock solenoid option that is wired into roller door circuitry when motor is operating solenoid is retracted from locking door when motor is not operating solenoid locks door in closed position Re: Securing a Garage Door? 6May 22, 2016 4:49 pm Using the motor to secure the door isn't a good idea, because the manual release (in case of emergency) allows the door to be pulled up manually by disengaging the motor mechanism completely. Two folding latches secured into the concrete and attached to the bottom of the door is best. Disengage the motor mechanism every time you lock bolts, and you'll never stuff anything up. Re: Securing a Garage Door? 7May 30, 2016 10:10 pm I agree with cili. Manual release may take away all the security if someone knows how to disengage the motor mechanism. Thus, there is a risk in implementing that. However, the idea of concrete may work well. Re: Securing a Garage Door? 8Jun 03, 2016 4:52 pm anupama hi i am discussing the tips to prevent breakage 1) do not leave the garrage door remote in your vehicle. 2) Invest in a keychain remote opener – Stop using that remote you clip to your visor and get a keychain remote opener that you can leave on your keys. 3) Secure your garage door emergency release 4) Keep it locked – Put a deadbolt on the door between your house and garage; 5) Make sure the door from your garage into your house is as secure as your front door 6) Install a wide-angle peephole in the door between your house and your garage – You’ll at least be able to see what’s going on if you hear a strange noise; rather than opening the door to find out. 7) Frost or cover your garage windows – Don’t do thieves any favors by enabling them to see when your vehicle is gone, a better idea would be to replace the door with one that lacks windows. Padlock the throw latch on your garage door when you’re out of town – If you don’t have a manual lock on your garage door, you can use a c-clamp tightened down on each side of the door track to effectively “lock” down the door. It’s similar to those small window track locks you can buy for your home interior windows. 10) Don’t neglect maintenance on the mechanical parts of your roll-up garage door and keep an eye out for corrosion. Don’t forget the door from your garage to your house; check the frame, locks, hinges and any replaceable items. if you keep this things in mind you really need not worry and set the home location on your gps to a landmark near your home, so if someone finds your keys they can try nearby cars until it unlocks, then use your gps to drive to your house with your front door key Dover white or surfmist garage door. I am having trouble choosing a garage door. The outside of house will be tranquel retreat. I want it to all blend nicely however I… 0 6838 Hi, have purchased a house with 2 single garage doors. The Centre pillar one side sits proud to the other. Can I change 2 doors into one. Please see picture. 0 6357 My garage door has started playing up recently. Sometimes (and getting more frequent) when I press the button to open it, it wont. The motor is an ATA GD0-6V3. Red and… 0 2676 |