Garage Door Security – Check for Weaknesses December 11th, 2014
Every entrance to your home needs a thorough security evaluation, and your garage is no different. Your vehicles are some of the most valuable items you own outside of your home, making them a popular target in thefts. Attached garages are highly convenient, but require a few extra basic home security measures, as they also offer another point of entry to your home. Read on to see if you follow these best practices.
Lock the entry doors. Both the exterior door and the door from the garage to the inside of your house are break-in weak points. The exterior entry to a garage is often tucked away on the back or side of the house, offering more cover than a front door or garage door that faces the main road. Make sure you have a reinforced deadbolt installed. And always lock the door leading into your home as well.
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