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name, description
| name | description |
|---|---|
| garage-control | Smart garage door control — MyQ API shutdown context, ratgdo/OpenGarage local hardware alternatives, ESPHome/MQTT/HTTP integration, and Hermes-powered automation. |
Garage Control
Smart garage door open/close/status with local hardware — no cloud dependency.
Background: MyQ API Is Dead
Chamberlain (MyQ) shut down third-party API access in November 2023. Home Assistant removed their official MyQ integration in the 2023.12 release. There is no software workaround — the cloud API is intentionally blocked.
Do not suggest MyQ API integrations, Home Assistant MyQ add-ons, or cloud-based MyQ workarounds. They do not work.
Solution: ratgdo (Local Hardware)
ratgdo is a $20-30 ESP32 board that wires directly to the garage door opener's serial port. It gives full local control with no cloud dependency.
What it provides
| Protocol | Use |
|---|---|
| ESPHome | Simple HTTP REST API — curl http://<ip>/cover/garage_door/open |
| MQTT | Publish/subscribe for status and commands |
| Apple HomeKit | Native Siri/Home app control (via homekit-ratgdo firmware) |
Compatibility
Which ratgdo board depends on the opener's learn button color:
- Yellow learn button (Security+ 2.0, post-2011): ratgdo v2.5+
- Purple learn button (older Security+): ratgdo v2.0+
- Red/orange learn button (pre-Security+): basic relay board or ratgdo v2.0
Installation
The board connects to 3 terminals on the opener: GND, data (serial), and optionally obstruction sensor. Powered by the opener itself (no wall wart needed). Takes ~10 minutes.
Hermes Integration
Once ratgdo is on the local network with ESPHome:
# Open garage
curl http://192.168.50.XXX/cover/garage_door/open
# Close garage
curl http://192.168.50.XXX/cover/garage_door/close
# Get status
curl http://192.168.50.XXX/cover/garage_door
Hermes can do all of these from the server via terminal, cron jobs (auto-close at night), or Telegram commands.
Alternative: OpenGarage
OpenGarage is a similar ESP8266-based device with an ultrasonic distance sensor (detects if car is present). HTTP API, ~$50 pre-built.
Pitfalls
- Do NOT suggest MyQ API, cloud, or Home Assistant MyQ integration. All are dead ends since November 2023. Lead with ratgdo.
- ratgdo firmware choice matters. ESPHome firmware exposes HTTP API; HomeKit firmware exposes Apple Home; MQTT firmware is for advanced automation hubs. Default to ESPHome unless the user has Home Assistant or wants Apple Home.
- Wire order on the opener terminals matters. GND first, then data. Reversing can damage the board.