Your garage is more than a place to park your car — it’s the entryway to your home and a haven for essential tools, bikes, and excess household items. So it should come as no surprise that more homeowners in Simcoe and throughout Ontario are taking the leap and implementing garage door security cameras in their home protection plan. But should you install one? So, let’s weigh the pros and cons.

Pros of Installing a Garage Door Security Camera

Enhanced Security: A camera deters potential burglars if they know they’re being watched. Most break-ins occur through weak access points, such as garages — a security camera can reduce that threat.

Furniture and Car Seats: With more online shopping, packages are often left by garage doors or side entrances. A security camera can monitor deliveries and deter package theft or vandalism to cars parked outside.

Remote Monitoring: Many of today’s home security cameras connect to smartphone apps, so you can check your garage in real time—even if you are on vacation or at work.

Evidence Collection: Should a robbery or other unwanted activity happen, recorded video footage can help serve as evidence for police or insurance purposes.

Peace of Mind: Even just the knowledge that you can check in on your property at any time provides a level of peace of mind and assurance that your home is secure.

Cons of Installing a Garage Door Security Camera

Initial Cost: The best security cameras and their installation can be expensive, particularly if they are integrated into a larger home security system.

Privacy Concerns: But if your garage looks out onto a street or a neighbor’s property, you must consider privacy laws and the ethics of recording proximate areas.

Ongoing Maintenance: Cameras, like lenses or software or even new batteries, occasionally need a little bit of maintenance to ensure they work well.

False Alarms or Notifications: Outdoor cameras can often be triggered by motion as innocuous as passing cars, animals, or even moving shadows, causing annoying and unneeded alerts.

Potential Vulnerability: If you’re using a camera that connects to your network via Wi-Fi — rather than a more traditional wired system — that system could be susceptible to hacking if you don’t have strong passwords and keep up-to-date on firmware.

Is It Worth It?

If your garage houses anything of value or ties into your home, a security camera can be a very reasonable investment in your family’s safety. Here at Simcoe Garage Doors, we advise the use of cameras to complement quality locks and a system of regular door maintenance.

Need assistance with improving your garage’s security?

For expert advice, garage door repairs, and top-of-the-line security accessories to keep your home and your mind at peace, call us at Simcoe Garage Doors.