How Can a New Garage Door Improve the Security of Your Home?

If your garage door is not secure, then all of the other security measure you have in place may be ineffective, leaving you vulnerable to break-ins and unwanted guests. It may surprise you that the majority of burglaries occur during the day as this is when homeowners are out at work and burglars can break in without being seen. Furthermore, you are more likely to become a victim of a burglary executed by someone who lives in the nearby area - this means if your garage door is visibly broken criminals will keep an eye on this and target it at a later date.

But replacing your garage door can also improve the security of other areas. If your garage door is damaged and you’re in need of a replacement, this blog will inform you about the improvements it can make to your home.

Prevent break-ins

If you’ve already been a victim of a break-in then you’ll understand the stress and worry that it can cause, which is even more reason to not leave your garage door damaged. Visible signs of wear and tear such as broken hinges and badly fitted installations make a garage door easier to get through, and if your garage has a direct entry point into your home then this is cause for concern. However, doors that looks sturdy will be well-avoided as the intruder is more likely to get noticed as they battle to get in.

Protect your belongings

If your garage is used as a place to store old belongings and sentimental items then you need to make sure they don’t get damaged. When your garage door doesn't fit as it should then all weather elements will be able to get in through the gaps potentially causing irreparable damage. If damp appears in your garage, this can rot and destroy important documents that you may need at a later date. Old doors can also be an attractive way into your home for pests such as mice or rats, again, they can gnaw through the items stored in your garage or even used the areas a place to set up home.

Safer vehicle

For those who keep their car in their garage it may not be entirely safe if your garage door is loose or has broken parts. Why invest in a nice car if you aren’t going to look after it properly? If you’re garage door is broken and requires you to get out and open it, it may be a good idea to invest in an electric garage door so you can control it from the comfort of your car; this will also help with your insurance rates as cars that are kept in secure places are seen as less at risk of being involved in an accident or vandalism.

For a range of high quality garage doors,  Thoroughbred Industrial Doors can fit and supply all types from classic design to electric and roller doors. With offices in Newmarket &Cambridge we can reach a number of clients across areas such as Norwich, Ipswich, Milton Keynes and Colchester. With over 50 years combined experience within our team, we can help you through the whole process of choosing the right garage door and making sure its professionally installed. For more information about what we can do get in touch today.