Intelligent Access for Your Property

MyQ is LiftMaster's smart home technology that connects your garage door or gate opener to your smartphone via WiFi. Through the MyQ app, you can open, close, and monitor your door/gate from anywhere in the world. The system sends real-time alerts when your door opens or closes, allowing you to verify security remotely. MyQ also integrates with popular smart home platforms like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit for voice control and automation.

In most cases, yes! If you have a compatible LiftMaster, Chamberlain, or Craftsman opener manufactured after 1998, we can typically add MyQ functionality with a smart hub retrofit. For older systems or incompatible brands, we can upgrade your entire opener to a MyQ-enabled model. We'll assess your current system during a free consultation and recommend the best solution for your needs and budget.

Yes, modern smart access systems employ multiple layers of security. MyQ and similar systems use 128-bit encryption (the same used by banks), rolling code technology that changes codes with each use, and secure cloud authentication. Unlike older fixed-code remotes that can be copied, smart systems are virtually impossible to hack. Additionally, activity logs let you see exactly when and who accessed your property, adding another layer of security and accountability.

Your garage door or gate will continue to function normally using traditional remotes and wall buttons even without internet connectivity. Smart features like remote access and notifications require internet, but local operation is unaffected. Many systems also offer battery backup for the opener itself, ensuring operation during power outages. Once internet is restored, smart features resume automatically.

Absolutely! The MyQ app and similar platforms allow you to control multiple doors and gates from a single interface. This is ideal for homes with multiple garage doors or properties with both garage doors and entry gates. You can name each door/gate (e.g., 'Main Garage,' 'Side Gate') and control them independently. Family members can also download the app and have access to all controlled entry points.

Smart keypads allow you to create temporary PIN codes that expire after a set time period. For example, you can give a delivery driver a code that works only on Tuesday between 2-4pm, or give a house sitter a code valid for the week you're on vacation. These codes can be created and deleted remotely through the app, eliminating the need to physically change codes or retrieve keys. Activity logs show exactly when each code was used.

For a MyQ retrofit on an existing compatible opener, installation typically takes 1-2 hours. We'll install the smart hub, connect it to your WiFi, configure the app on your phone, and ensure everything works properly before we leave. For a complete new smart opener installation, allow 2-4 hours depending on complexity. We handle all wiring, programming, and integration with your smart home system. All installations include training on how to use all features.