Concerning home security, a majority of homeowners take the reins and install smart locks, alarms, and cameras. Yet, the most frequently breached — and least thought-about — area of entry is the garage. At KW Garage Door, we know that a modern, aesthetically pleasing garage door is your home’s first line of protection against would-be intruders.

Here’s how the garage doors of modern times can help keep burglars out and provide peace of mind.

Rigid Durable Material Keeps Intruders Out: Today, garage doors are made of almost bulletproof materials, including reinforced steel, solid-core wood, and aluminum; they’re far more secure than older, worn-down models. These tough materials are difficult to penetrate or pry open, which discourages thieves who seek easy, fast access. Some doors are even made with laminated construction and insulation that provides extra security.

Remote Cloned Can Not Learn the Rolling Code: Traditional garage door openers have a potential vulnerability in that they use static codes, which criminals can potentially capture. Today’s garage door openers utilize rolling code technology, which changes the access code for your remote control transmitter every time it is used. This makes it virtually impossible for someone planning to burglarize you to replicate your garage remote or compromise the security of your system.

Smart Openers with Remote Monitoring and Control: With today’s garage door openers, you can open and close your garage door from anywhere using an app on your smartphone. You will receive live alerts if your door is left open or accessed unexpectedly, and you can remotely close the door if it’s left open. Some systems even work with video surveillance to give you a view of who’s hanging outside (or breaking in) in real time.

Motion-Sensing Light for Added Visibility: Unchecked, dark, or dim areas of your garage can conceal intruders. Many contemporary garage doors include motion-sensor lighting or offer it as an optional feature. Illumination is an excellent defense for uncovering suspicious activities and removing the obscurity that conceals your residence.

Secure Window Design: Windows on older garage doors can be easily broken, allowing burglars to look into your garage. Modern homes have shatter-resistant glass, elevated windows, or frosted glass to obscure the view in the balcony area, maintaining natural light. This will help you keep valuables hidden away and the temptation low.

Automatic Locking Features: There are even high-level garage doors that have integrated automatic locks that engage every time you close the door. The locks are much safer than traditional ones, leaving no chance to lift the door from the exterior. Reinforced by side reinforcements and heavy-duty tracks, modern garage doors provide strong physical security.

Tamper-Resistant Components: Contemporary doors and openers come with tamper-resistant brackets, hidden emergency release cords, and protected hinges that make forced entry much more challenging. Burglars are frequently put off when they find they can’t easily or quietly manipulate the system.

Final Thoughts: Secure Your Home with a Smarter Garage Door

In today’s high-tech world, staying safe is not a luxury — it’s a necessity. Your garage door is essential to the security of your loved ones and personal belongings. One of the most effective ways to enhance your home’s security is to invest in a new garage door with smart features, sturdy materials, and a design that’s specifically designed to be burglar-proof.

Here at KW Garage Door, we offer safe, well-designed, and tightly sealed garage doors that will enhance the look and security of your home.