Garage door security is often neglected when safeguarding the home. As criminals become more tech-savvy and smart home devices continue to evolve, so must your approach to protecting this vulnerable entry.
Modern security is no longer about a single strong lock—it’s about layering intelligent solutions with proactive awareness.
Old manual locks and basic padlocks can be picked or broken in seconds. These are no match for today’s opportunistic burglars, particularly if the door itself is worn or damaged. Any reputable garage door experts can upgrade handles and locks for 95% of all garage doors to maintain garage door security. Moving further, automating your garage door from a manual version to an electric version offers a strong mechanical force keeping the door secure.
Traditional garage remotes that use fixed codes are easily hacked. Criminals can intercept the signal using inexpensive equipment, gaining entry without setting foot near your property. Modern day remotes use rolling-code technology which is much harder to intercept.
Garages without cameras or motion sensors become blind spots for home security systems. This gives intruders time and cover to work without being noticed. Our recommended kit of choice comes from Reolink and is suitable for a competent home DIY enthusiast to install.
If your garage connects to your home, the internal door must be secure. Hollow-core doors without deadbolts provide little resistance to forced entry. Fire doors are often a good upgrade for these to add garage door security to your home.
Use a solid-core door between the garage and your home, fitted with a heavy-duty deadbolt. This adds an extra layer of defence against intruders who bypass the main door.
A simple latch shield or shield plate prevents burglars from using tools like coat hangers to reach through the top of the garage door and release the emergency lever.
LED security lights with motion sensors around your garage deter intruders before they get close. Consider placing them above entry points and along driveways or paths. This, of course, offers a layer of convenience that you can use in the dark. If these are incorporated within your home surveillance system, you can have alerts sent to your phone when the PIR is triggered.
A poorly maintained door is easier to tamper with. Inspect rollers, hinges, locks, and springs routinely. Arrange annual servicing by a professional to keep your garage secure and functional.
Your garage may be one of the largest and most exposed entry points into your home. In 2025, securing it requires a combination of upgraded technology, physical reinforcement, and common-sense practices.
Whether you’re enhancing an existing setup or building a new smart security system from scratch, don’t let this weak spot go unprotected. A secure garage equals a safer home. Get in touch with our team to review your garage door security options.