Since the advent of smart home technology, more and more connected products have become available. For instance, smart garage doors now give you complete control over access to your home, along with automatic safety features. From security to peace of mind, here are some of the key reasons to have this valuable technology installed in your home.

4 Reasons to Make Your Garage Door Smart

1. Security

A smart opener will boost the security of your home. For instance, you can set it to send you push notifications whenever the door is opened while you’re at the office or on a trip. You’ll be able to close the door from any location that has an internet connection, and many offer automatic door locks and battery backup in case of electrical outages.

2. Access

Not only can you close the door from wherever you are, but you can also open it. For example, if you need to let a neighbor inside to feed your cat while you're on vacation or to let a plumber in to repair a leak, you can do so with the tap of a smartphone app. 

3. Health & Safety

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless toxic gas released during combustion. More than 400 people in the U.S. die each year due to CO poisoning. When paired with your home’s CO and smoke detectors, your smart opener can prevent a tragic accident by automatically opening the door if it detects high CO levels. Alternatively, it can send you an alert so you can open the door yourself.

4. Peace of Mind

Rest easy when it comes to your garage door. The security, access control, and safety measures such a system offers are a huge weight off your shoulders. You won’t have to be distracted before a business meeting by wondering if you left your door open. You'll never get locked out or have to worry about intruders finding your spare key under the mat. 

To have a smart opener installed in your home, contact MAC Garage Door Company in Lexington, NC. The family-owned and -operated company has served clients throughout the Piedmont Triad area for more than 40 years. In addition to commercial and residential garage openers, they also specialize in garage door repair. Visit their website to view a gallery of their products or call (336) 731-7849 to arrange a consultation.