Enhancing home security with Secured by Design garage doors

Doug Skins - Guest Author

BY Doug Skins - Guest Author

Published: 21 June 2024 Updated: 05 November 2024

Selecting a secure garage door

When it comes to choosing a secure garage door, several factors should be taken into consideration:

  • Accreditation
    Opt for a garage door that has Secured by Design accreditation.
  • Material and design 
    Consider the material and design of the garage door, ensuring it offers both security and aesthetic appeal.
  • Installation
    Choose a company that offers a professional measuring and installation service to ensure your garage door is fitted correctly and operates smoothly.
Old-style stone house, with 8 forward facing windows, planters, a solid oak door, and light beige roller doors.

What is Secured by Design?

Secured by Design is the UK’s official police security initiative. The Secured by Design team works with architects, developers, and local authorities to embed crime prevention techniques into the design and construction of buildings, including residential properties.

Secured By Design

The importance of Secured by Design accreditation

Choosing a garage door accredited by Secured by Design offers numerous advantages. Firstly, it provides assurance that the product has undergone thorough testing and certification. These tests evaluate the door's resistance to physical attacks, ensuring it can withstand potential intrusion attempts by burglars.

Large contemporary two-tone house with apex windows, integral garage with light brown garage door matching front door.

What’s more, Secured by Design garage door suppliers undergo regular re-testing and annual inspections of manufacturing facilities. This ongoing quality control process ensures that the doors maintain their security standards over time, offering long-term protection for your property.

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Security tips for garages

Beyond selecting a Secured by Design accredited garage door, there are more ways to keep your garage safe and secure. You could consider these additional security tips:

  • Lighting
    Install outdoor lighting around your garage to deter potential intruders and improve visibility at night.
  • Lock valuable items securely
    Many bikes and motorbikes are stolen at home, mainly from sheds and garages. You should take the same care to lock your bike securely at home as you would on the street.
  • Secure E-bikes
    E-bikes are increasingly being targeted from garages, so consider using a ground anchor fixed in the concrete floor to secure them.
Red brick garage with white door partially raised to show a red MG sports car.

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