WHY FAMILIES NEED A GARAGE DOOR KEYPAD
As more families use their garage door as the primary means to enter their home, the question comes up during the installation process if a garage door keypad is worth the investment. It’s a valid question since not all garage door openers come with the keypad included in the package. So, let’s look at some of the reasons a garage door keypad might come in handy.
More secure than ever
Remember the old joke about the guy whose pacemaker would open the garage door? (Maybe you’re too young.) While garage door security wasn’t always stellar, it has improved dramatically in recent years. Signals are encoded, and rolling codes thwart hackers. They also can be rolled into your home security network, which is an additional layer of security. Keypads come with a battery backup, as well as other features such as lights and more.
Your family will appreciate it
Another reason a garage door keypad is popular with homeowners is that they give children access to the home without the necessity of carrying a key. Even the most responsible child is capable of losing things. Face it; even an adult can forget their key. Let’s not forget that sometimes a garage door opener can get lost or the battery fails. A garage door keypad will give children and parents alike the ability to get into the garage, and by extension, the house, if the garage is attached.
The unattached garage
While we have primarily focused on the attached garage, the bonus of having a keypad on an unattached garage can’t be overlooked. Once an unattached garage has a keypad, it’s easy to see how this can become a great source of security. It will keep the lawnmower, bicycles, tools, and other items available without compromising the protection of the home. It will also offer easy access for legitimate users other than family members, such as neighbors and friends.
While a keypad isn’t the most advanced technology, it provides a trustworthy, dependable resource for the entire family, whether they’re too young for a key, or don’t have the opener in hand. They’re a simple, secure way to avoid some specific problems and still have the necessary security to keep your garage and home safe. If your garage door opener doesn’t have a keypad, talk to your garage installation expert about having one added to your repertoire of garage opening options.
Quality Overhead Door, Inc. is a full-service garage door installation and repair company for both residential and commercial customers in the GIlbert area 480-838-8850.
