Need ideas for garage sensor

[KevDen2005]

That should fit the bill. Radio Shack also used to sell a cheap IR beam break door alarm system - they're all over Amazon now (as was posted elsewhere.)

I installed one of these, and a remote light switch as well that sends alerts to my phone if the door is open for longer than x minutes.

http://www.amazon.com/Chamberlain-CI...hamberlain+myq

They also make models for older doors, and even have a setup that can be retrofitted to even older non-compatible stuff to remotely sense if the door is open or closed.

That is just about one of the most awesome things I have ever seen (mind you I don't get crazy on too much technology, the wife programs all the remotes).

The plus side is that I have a brand new house and brand new garage door opener....wait for it....made by chamberlain (I really am excited by the text alert thing).

[brutal]

That is just about one of the most awesome things I have ever seen (mind you I don't get crazy on too much technology, the wife programs all the remotes).

The plus side is that I have a brand new house and brand new garage door opener....wait for it....made by chamberlain (I really am excited by the text alert thing).

It's an app, but it does run always and alerts your phone.

Keep in mind the video shows the UNIVERSAL package for any opener. There's a sensor that mounts to the door. My link to Amazon is the one for newer Chamberlain openers and includes the WiFi internet gateway and a replacement wifi door panel.

On the off chance you already have an MyQ enabled opener, all you need is the MyQ Internet Gateway.