Whether it's your smart TV or your feature-loaded smartphone, access to modern technology is everywhere. However, your garage is likely one place in your home that you've overlooked when it comes to new technology. Over the years, garage door manufacturers have introduced a number of new features. If you're still using an old, outdated garage door system, you're missing out. Take some time to familiarize yourself with some of these new features to learn which options are right for you.
Monitoring Capabilities
Does it seem that forgetting to close the garage door seems to be a common issue for the family members in your home? If the answer is yes, there is technology that can ease your concerns. Leaving the garage door open can create a serious risk for theft or even an intruder entering your home. With monitoring technology, you can use your smartphone, tablet, or other Wi-Fi enabled device to see if your garage door is open or close.
Even if you were rushing to work and forgot to close the door before driving away, you can simply pull up the status of the door and close it immediately. Even if you just simply want to be able to monitor how often your garage door is opened and closed throughout the day, this type of technology can help you accomplish this goal.
Timer
New garage door technology also comes equipped with the ability to set your door up on a timer. With a timer you can determine a preset time and day of the week at which your garage door will open or close on its own. Say, for example, your child has recently started walking home from school. While your child needs to be able to get inside the home until a parent arrives, you aren't exactly ready to give them a key.
With this technology, you can set the door to open around the time that they normally get home from school. Given the same scenario, if your child often forgets to close the garage door once they arrive home, you can set the timer to automatically close the door at a set time each day. With a timer, you can ensure access when everyone needs it.
You can bring new technology to your garage door system. This won't just make use of the system more efficient, but more secure, which is a win-win for your entire family.
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