thefairlaneman
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What the best way to insure that no one will break into your garage
garage security
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My thoughts on minimizing the probability that someone might consider breaking into your garage:
1. Install an electronic security system that monitors all your windows and doors in your garage. System should also include an infrared personnel detector at the main entrance. Subscribe to the off-site monitoring service that provides a response to any alarms, (calls your house if it sees an alarm, if no one is home is calls the police/sheriff). These systems are not that expensive ($150-$350) depending on features. Monitoring is $25-35/month.
2. Post the monitoring service signs at your driveway entrance and put stickers on your windows indicating that the house/garage is monitored.
3. Minimize windows in your garage... bad guys can see in and see your cool stuff and decide to break in.
4. Get a big dog that barks at strangers. Smith & Wesson also provides a very effective deterrent effect.
5. Keep your garage doors closed as much as possible so bad guys driving by cannot see your cool stuff and come by later to remove it...
My thoughts for your consideration..
1. Install an electronic security system that monitors all your windows and doors in your garage. System should also include an infrared personnel detector at the main entrance. Subscribe to the off-site monitoring service that provides a response to any alarms, (calls your house if it sees an alarm, if no one is home is calls the police/sheriff). These systems are not that expensive ($150-$350) depending on features. Monitoring is $25-35/month.
2. Post the monitoring service signs at your driveway entrance and put stickers on your windows indicating that the house/garage is monitored.
3. Minimize windows in your garage... bad guys can see in and see your cool stuff and decide to break in.
4. Get a big dog that barks at strangers. Smith & Wesson also provides a very effective deterrent effect.
5. Keep your garage doors closed as much as possible so bad guys driving by cannot see your cool stuff and come by later to remove it...
My thoughts for your consideration..
Sundowner
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here's my theft deterrent:
http://www.dana60.com/sundowner/footwash.JPG
he's a bit of a pain to keep after, but h's cheap and works for:
beer:
http://www.dana60.com/sundowner/drunk1.jpg
and cup noodles:
http://www.dana60.com/sundowner/bigyawn.JPG
http://www.dana60.com/sundowner/footwash.JPG
he's a bit of a pain to keep after, but h's cheap and works for:
beer:
http://www.dana60.com/sundowner/drunk1.jpg
and cup noodles:
http://www.dana60.com/sundowner/bigyawn.JPG
FL_Javelin
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Ventilation required windows here in SW FL but I so wanted no windows for security reasons. Add curtains for privacy. I also want to add bars of some sorts that still allow window operation.AGBill said:
Probably the #1 deterrent is a dog. My yard is fenced with "Beware of Dog" signs everywhere.AGBill said:
My neighbor down the street always kept his door closed for this very reason, I thought it was dumb. Now I find myself very paranoid and doing the same thing!AGBill said:
You can never be 100% burgalar proof but the trick is to make them choose another house to rob. All these little things make them move on.
Will H
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I've seen systems for sale that have cameras hooked to your computer. Never tried one though. They can record to the computer/net, and you can even monitor them real time via the internet...like a webcam for your garage or house. I saw it on a "Deal of the day" website, but I'm sure they're easy to find at your bigger electronics retailers or websites.
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RonBou
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I have small windows mounted high, good locks and my garage is sideways to the driveway so (I like the doors open in good weather) people driving/walking by can't see in more than a foot or two. I have an attack cat 
but my fenced in yard has a couple of Beware of Dog signs from the last owner. I also have three sets of auto floodlights and a big hand gun I am thinking about installing an alarm also.
but my fenced in yard has a couple of Beware of Dog signs from the last owner. I also have three sets of auto floodlights and a big hand gun I am thinking about installing an alarm also.CraigFL
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My opinion/comments based on having my house broken into....
I had the alarm sign outside but the alarm was not on. This was NO deterrent because the thieves knew they only had a limited amount of time inside before someone showed up. It looks like they quickly went thru the house and garage and took obvious, easy to convert into cash items --- jewelry, tools and electronics. Forced entry was made by kicking the front door in. There was a deadbolt but the door frame around the locks broke away probably in one or two kicks. Once they were inside, they were safe until they felt someone would respond to the alarm which in this case probably would have been at least 15 minutes, but probably more like 30. They can take a LOT of your stuff in 15 minutes!
You need to stop them OUTSIDE. So reinforced doors and windows are the way.
I had the alarm sign outside but the alarm was not on. This was NO deterrent because the thieves knew they only had a limited amount of time inside before someone showed up. It looks like they quickly went thru the house and garage and took obvious, easy to convert into cash items --- jewelry, tools and electronics. Forced entry was made by kicking the front door in. There was a deadbolt but the door frame around the locks broke away probably in one or two kicks. Once they were inside, they were safe until they felt someone would respond to the alarm which in this case probably would have been at least 15 minutes, but probably more like 30. They can take a LOT of your stuff in 15 minutes!
You need to stop them OUTSIDE. So reinforced doors and windows are the way.
bluesman2a
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Also speaking as somebody who has had a break-in...
1) perimeter security on all doors and windows, including detached garage, feeding back into main house.
2) glass-break sensors in the rear/vulnerable areas of the house (can't have motion sensors with cats).
3) motion sensor in attached garage.
4) motion sensor lights in the driveway, entryway, on detached garage, and back yard.
5) reputation for coming to answer the door for unexpected visitors as armed (yes, I'm legal, have a permit, and train regularly). If you're at my home after dark and I don't know you're coming, know that I am "assessing the situation".
6) Deadbolts with locks on BOTH sides of the door for the Garage, and rear entry. They may get in, but they aren't getting out without a key.
7) You may not think about this, but during our break-in, they got spare copies of my wife's car keys, my Jeep restoration project, and my truck. We didn't even realize it. When they found the scumbags they still had the keys, just waiting to come get the vehicles!!! Now all our spare keys go into the safe!!!
Something we haven't talked about here, I was just reading about the other day: the rise of "garage invasions". This is a home invasion where the bad guys catch you in your garage, get the door down, and once out of sight, begin their work on you, your family, and the rest of your house from the safety of your garage. As I understand it, this is quite the thing in Florida these days. In this vein, please be aware of your surroundings when you're up under your vehicle!!!
1) perimeter security on all doors and windows, including detached garage, feeding back into main house.
2) glass-break sensors in the rear/vulnerable areas of the house (can't have motion sensors with cats).
3) motion sensor in attached garage.
4) motion sensor lights in the driveway, entryway, on detached garage, and back yard.
5) reputation for coming to answer the door for unexpected visitors as armed (yes, I'm legal, have a permit, and train regularly). If you're at my home after dark and I don't know you're coming, know that I am "assessing the situation".
6) Deadbolts with locks on BOTH sides of the door for the Garage, and rear entry. They may get in, but they aren't getting out without a key.
7) You may not think about this, but during our break-in, they got spare copies of my wife's car keys, my Jeep restoration project, and my truck. We didn't even realize it. When they found the scumbags they still had the keys, just waiting to come get the vehicles!!! Now all our spare keys go into the safe!!!
Something we haven't talked about here, I was just reading about the other day: the rise of "garage invasions". This is a home invasion where the bad guys catch you in your garage, get the door down, and once out of sight, begin their work on you, your family, and the rest of your house from the safety of your garage. As I understand it, this is quite the thing in Florida these days. In this vein, please be aware of your surroundings when you're up under your vehicle!!!
bluesman2a said:
Very good point. I'm out in the boonies, and LE response time is generally measured in hours, not minutes.
Invasions are on the rise here, too. There was one about 500 feet away a couple of weeks ago. It was most likely drug-related, but still...
I'm wondering if the time has come to fortify one's home. Safe rooms, stashed weapons, and plans "A", "B", and "C". It's never really been my way of thinking, but with the growing lawlessness, who can guess what may come next.
bluesman2a
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wilbilt said:I'm wondering if the time has come to fortify one's home. Safe rooms, stashed weapons, and plans "A", "B", and "C". It's never really been my way of thinking, but with the growing lawlessness, who can guess what may come next.
When/where, in our lifetimes, has it NOT been time for this?
While I am not a Marine, I think they have the right idea when they say "Be professional, be polite, have a plan to kill everybody you meet..."
When I had my pole barn built I had no windows installed for this purpose. I have a security system, which is silent and when tripped it will call my cell phone and pager. If I am home my dog is very alert and if need be Mr. colt (AR 15) is a good deterrent
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bobthecop
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Being a cop for the past 17+ years, if someone wants in, they will get in. However the object is to make your home, garage, or auto a more difficult task. Thieves are usually in for the quick easy score and if your's is too much trouble, they will go for easier pickin's. Of course Having 2 English Mastiff's patroling the grounds doesn't hurt either. Abby and Gus keep me alerted when I am home and others away when I am not. Just be aware it is illegal to build a trap to catch a thief, if they are injured they can sue and most likely win.
Also remember that firearms do nothing if you are not there to catch the thief in the act...how often does a thief break in when you're home....
I agree, watching 'To Catch a Thief' is a good show to give ideas on what to do to help protect your home/garage.
I agree, watching 'To Catch a Thief' is a good show to give ideas on what to do to help protect your home/garage.
. A nice sized compost heap will take care of the rest.
CraigFL
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toolman said:Guns, dogs, etc etc. Seems like the thieves have more protection against the law then we do as homeowners. Our legal system really needs an overhaul
First we need to get rid of the ACLU and the other lawyers....
autoist
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I've a shovel to go along with that .45, a big backyard, & the sheriff's a friend!
A baby monitor in the garage would be an easy thing to keep an eye..umm..ear on the garage when your in the house at night or during the day. Wouldn't do anything when your gone obviously.
I'm happy I live in a quiet neighbourhood in a nice city. My wife accidentally left the garage door open for 2 days till a neighbour told her about it. Nothing was taken thankfully.
I'm happy I live in a quiet neighbourhood in a nice city. My wife accidentally left the garage door open for 2 days till a neighbour told her about it. Nothing was taken thankfully.