Sunday 19 March 2017

How to Improve Home Safety More Conveniently

How do you improve safety and privacy at home without the inconvenience of waiting at the gate? Waiting at a high security gate can exposes one to security risks as access is granted.  A installing a gate buzzer is a good way of reducing the waiting time of those at the gate.  If it is coupled with a video camera, the security level is highly improved. The person in the house can see who is at the gate and admit them by remotely unlocking the gate, or physically opening it.

External venetian blinds are ideal in improving privacy while keeping the house well lit. They are better than curtains as they can let in the sunlight rather than having to rely on indoor lighting. Houses facing high traffic areas like those on the ground floor are well served by external blinds. Motorized external venetian blinds have added convenience in that a person inside the house does not have to go outside to close the blinds.
 
 
Motorizing blinds also ensure uniform lighting as the blinds are slanted uniformly allowing the sunlight in at the same angle such that there are no dark patches in the house.

Friday 17 March 2017

Why you Need Automatic Garage and Door Openers

Raising and drawing down a garage door can get pretty awkward when you are in a hurry. Many homes have garage doors by default.  Typical garage doors are opened at a panel beside the door.

The advent of garage door remotes brought some convenience to the whole opening and closing procedure. You can use the remote to open the garage while you are in the safety of your car.  There are very compelling reasons for installing door openers.

1. Bad weather

It is very inconveniencing to get out from the car and open the garage while it is raining. A garage remote can take this pain away.

2. Better security

Modern door openers can be configured for vacation mode. This means that unauthorized entry is easily thwarted when you are away.  Rolling codes add a layer of security as anyone without these codes cannot be allowed entry.  The door opener can also be programmed to close after a period of time if there is no activity. This is very helpful for people who are prone to forgetting.

3. Energy efficiency
 
Most door openers open or close the garage door within 15 seconds. This is more efficient on the power than the older door openers. To more details visit our website: www.mdi.com.au