The Disadvantages of Having Garage Doors

Garage Security Issues

• The lock on your garage door may not have the same type of security measures as other entryways into your home. A lack of sufficient security features, including a dead bolt lock or alarm system, can make your garage door the easiest way for a burglar to break into your house. Once inside your garage, a thief can easily gain entrance to the rest of your house. Inquire with the manufacturer and installer about increased security options for your garage door to mitigate the risk of a burglary through your home's garage entrance.

Automatic Garage Door Openers

• An automatic garage door opener can break down and prevent you from entering or leaving the garage with your vehicle. Mechanical failure can even occur while the door is opening or closing. This places your vehicle at risk for damage if the garage door happens to fall on your car suddenly. An automatic garage door opener using a remote control operator is at increased risk for burglary because of the general radio frequency the automatic opener uses. According to Jrank.org, a burglar can easily clone a general frequency garage opener and gain instant access to your home and valuables.

Selecting the Right Door

• There's a wide variety of garage doors to choose from on the market. Selecting the right door isn't just a matter of aesthetic appeal, but also compatibility with your garage and the climate in your area. For example, according to Camber Garage Doors a roller garage door makes the most sense if you're looking to save on space and if you live in a colder climate. Conversely, a retractable door is more appealing if you have ample space and live in a warmer climate. Selecting the wrong garage door can cause performance issues that lead to a costly replacement.

Calling Professional Help

• Attempting to fix a broken garage door on your own without proper training can cost you time, money and lead to significant injury. This is especially true if your garage door uses an electronic system for lifting and closing operations. Calling a licensed professional costs money, but this expenditure may be far less than the cost to replace your entire garage door after you damage it beyond all hope of repair. Reading your garage door owner's manual can also provide you with helpful tips to troubleshoot minor problems before the need to call in a professional repair technician arises.