After doors and windows, a garage is the next popular entrance a burglar will use to gain access to your home. People tend to forget about the garage when securing their home, and yet if your garage has interconnecting access into the house it’s as important as securing your doors and windows. Many people will also use a garage to store things as well as use it to keep their car in, such as expensive gardening equipment. So even if your garage does not have an interconnecting door into the house, a burglar can still take items kept in there, including your car. Here are some top tips to deter thieves from breaking into your garage.
Invest in a strong garage door
Many traditional garage doors are composed of thin metal that can easily be shaken from side to side and prised open with handy tools. However, there are different varieties of garage doors such as roller garage doors, garage doors that go up and over, sectional doors which have hinges that bend when it opens and side-hinged doors, all of which are sturdy and difficult to open manually. Emsworth Garage Doors have a selection of garage doors that are very secure and they offer a complete installation service.
Consider a garage door lock
For extra security, it is worth investing in a strong garage door lock if you do not currently have one. A good lock should be heavy-duty, such as an anti-snap garage door lock, or a strong padlock that can’t easily be cut open with metal cutters.
Repair your existing garage door if it is damaged
If your garage door is damaged in any way, you might be able to get it repaired rather than have to invest in a new door, especially if your garage door is of good quality and sturdy. It could just be the case that your garage door needs the spring boxes replaced, or the door arm needs to be changed. It is worth talking to an expert such as Emsworth Garage Doors who will be able to take a look at your door and advise you if repairs are an option. These simple tips will help you to keep thieves out of your garage. If you want to discuss securing your garage door in more detail, get in touch with Emsworth Garage Doors today.
