Our garage
door opener remote is like a key to your home. Occasionally, these
small-but-important devices can go missing. Maybe your car has been
broken into or stolen altogether. Maybe your remote slipped out
when you were rushing to work or dropping kids off at school or
perhaps you loaned your remote to a friend or family member and
never got it back. No matter the circumstances, a lost garage door
remote is troubling and it can leave you wondering how best to fix
the problem.
The good news is you can easily secure your
home even after youve lost your remote. Heres a look at what to do
when you lose a garage door opener remote:
REASONS YOUR GARAGE DOOR OPENER MIGHT NEED
REPLACING There are several reasons you could find
yourself needing overhead garage door opener replacement. Opener
remotes typically last *0 to *5 years, so you should replace yours
if it\'s getting old or worn out. Also, consider technological
advancements in safety — upgrading your remote could improve your
home\'s security.
Your remote might need replacing if it\'s
any of the following:
BrokenLostStolenNeeds an upgradeNeeds
improved safety features To help keep your family and home safe, you
should look for more secure remote features when replacing your
remote. Advanced overhead door opener features, such as automatic
safety reversal, keypad entry, battery backup and wireless
smart-home features can improve the safety and security of your
garage.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOUR OVERHEAD DOOR
REMOTE IS MISSING If your garage door remote is missing,
you\'ll need to secure your garage and ensure it can\'t be opened
by anyone other than members of your household. If you suspect your
opener remote was stolen, contact the police. Check if anything
else was stolen from your house or car and report any missing items
along with your opener remote. Once you\'ve done this, you\'ll need
to clear the remote from the opener\'s memory and purchase a
replacement remote control.
Replacing your garage door opener is a
matter of convenience and safety. Overhead door openers make it
simple and easy to get in and out of your garage, reducing physical
strain and saving you time. Additionally, the loss of the opener
remote could impact the safety of your home. People can pick up and
use remotes, giving them access to your garage and
house.
Always replace your lost remote as soon as
possible to get back to achieve the peace of mind you\'re used to
having.
