Securing a Garage Door?
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We have a bog standard remote operated sectional garage door. When we go away I trun off the power. Has anyone got any other ideas for making the garage door more secure while we're away? Some form of lock?
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.
BUT - remember to unlock before use.
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
But as you say - critical to remove before repowering the door - may have to put a note to myslef on the switch
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
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
Thanks, I'll make some enquiries with BnD
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
I would add a bolt to it, that's all
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