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November 25, 2024

How To Automate A Garage Door With Your New York City Security System

Have you ever departed your residence in such a rush you weren’t sure if you shut the garage? Don’t worry; it happens to everybody. Thankfully, there’s now a way around this common oversight. Modern home security systems and their connected apps permit you to automate garage doors and operate them remotely. Explore how it works and the perks it delivers.

The Basics Of Garage Door Automation

Leaving your garage open all day is like an invitation to would-be thieves. You are now able to safegaurd against this danger with the aid of your home security system. First-rate security providers like ADT have products that are compatible with the bulk of garage door openers when you use standard sectional doors. You will only need to put a sensor on the door and hardwire the included controller to the correct terminals of your opener. This configuration will connect your home security system to your garage door.

What Type Of Garage Door Automation Is Possible?

Automation is able to add security and convenience to your home. Here’s how you can automate and operate your garage door in New York City through your smartphone security app:

  • Create a scene: When you arrive home, would you like having your lights, thermostat, and garage door adjust all at once? You can make it happen by creating a scene through your mobile app that is triggered by the tap of a button.
  • Voice activation: Some home security installations work well with smart speakers. You may speak an instruction like “open the garage door " without even stepping foot in the garage.
  • Geofencing: The ultimate in automation convenience, geofencing allows connected components to operate simply based on where you are. This advanced functionality utilizes the GPS technology on your mobile device. Your garage door will run when you leave or enter the geofencing zone, which you are able to adjust to your needs. When you pull into the driveway, your garage will be open so you can drive right in.
  • Remote access: Even if you aren’t using automation with scenes or geofencing, you may still engage your garage door remotely. Do you feel you drove away without lowering it? Go into your smartphone app, inspect the door’s position, and close or open it as you wish.

Remote access and automation will help you monitor and control your biggest entry point, which is often trespassed by opportunistic burglars. To introduce even more security to this space, consider installing motion-detection lights and exterior surveillance.

Want To Automate Your Garage Door In New York City? Call Secure24 Alarm Systems

Providing the leading equipment from ADT home security, Secure24 Alarm Systems is thrilled to offer garage door automation, smartphone access, and a range of other exciting features to your New York City home. Call (212) 553-6591 to explore your options and design a plan.