The garage is a vulnerable point of entry to your home that is oftentimes not considered when setting up home security. Nowadays, with rising crime rates, it is necessary that it is included and thankfully with the newest technology, there are a couple great solutions such as Amazon Key and the LiftMaster 84505R. These recent innovations in garage door security allow homeowners to experience both top-notch convenience and security. Lets dive into how this technology can maximize the safety and security of your home.

Why Garage Door Security is Important

The garage is commonly used for more than a parking space. Many people use their garages as storage spaces or even convert their garages into usable living spaces such as workshops or home gyms. Garages can have thousands of dollars of items inside besides your car. Often they contain expensive yard or sports equipment, tools, exercise machines, et cetera. In addition, garages can also serve as an entryway inside your home. Leaving your garage vulnerable to break-ins can therefore lead to your home being intruded. Traditional garage door openers do have some security features but are by no means perfect. With the advancement of technology, homeowners can gain more control over their garage and even secure it remotely. 

What is Amazon Key?

The problem of porch theft, known as “porch piracy” has been a growing concern in the last number of years. Many individuals have experienced coming home to an expected package at their door, only to discover that it had been stolen before they could get to it. Amazon Key is a service developed to prevent this from occurring. Using Amazon Key allows for Amazon delivery drivers to gain temporary access to your garage to drop off packages, ensuring that they are safely inside. This service can be a lifesaver for those who regularly expect deliveries, especially if they are in an area that is particularly hard hit by porch pirates. 

Using Amazon Key is extremely simple. Once it has been set up, your garage door will be connected to Amazon Key through an app on your smart device. When you are expecting a delivery, the Amazon driver will be able to open and close the garage door with a secure connection so that they are able to leave your package safely inside. You will also be able to receive real time notifications, allowing you to track the delivery and be informed of when it has been left in your garage. This service is amazing for those of you who get a large number of deliveries, are often out of the house, or live in a neighborhood that experiences a high number of thefts. 

LiftMaster 84505R – Smart Garage Door Opener

If you’re looking for an upgrade to your garage door security, the LiftMaster 8405R is one of the best options available. This LiftMaster smart opener can be used with a number of smart home platforms such as Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant which allows you to control your garage door with your smart device or voice commands from anywhere with internet access.

The LiftMaster 84505R also comes with MyQ technology enabling you to control and monitor your door through an app. You can have peace of mind knowing that you can check if your door is closed from anywhere and can open it whenever needed to let in a friend, family member or service worker. Plus it comes with a built-in camera which adds the benefit of 2-way audio and livestream video so you can actually see and speak to whoever is accessing your garage. 

Another great safety feature included with this smart opener is P2Max Security. This feature encrypts communication between the remote and opener and uses rolling-code technology. This means that the code changes every single time the door is used which ensures that the code cannot simply be copied and used by those looking to break into your garage. 

Using Amazon Key with the LiftMaster 84505R

Using the LiftMaster 85405R alongside Amazon Key gives your garage a serious security advantage. Working together you can be sure that you are receiving your deliveries safely right into your garage while being able to completely control who and when people have access. With the ability to monitor your garage door from anywhere, you can be sure that your door has been closed after receiving deliveries. In addition, setting alerts will keep you informed of when your door has been opened or closed so that you can stay on top of your door’s activity and be notified of any unexpected entries. 

Adding this smart technology to your home security is becoming more of a necessity in today’s world. Gain the benefits of convenience, and improved safety with Amazon Key and the LiftMaster 84505R so you can rest assured that your packages and home are more secure than ever!