Martin Bryant asked:
So, the big day comes. You’re all packed, the removal van is here and you’re on your way. You pick up the new keys and arrive at your new home. Soon you are in and are busy unpacking. Add what are you likely to have forgotten to arrange? To get the locks changed…..
Most people, when they move house, either forget to get the locks changed or put it off either because of the expense or because they are too busy.
As a locksmith, I would advise that this is a really bad thing to overlook. (And not because of the money I would make if you got it done). Just think. At your last house, how many people had your key?
Neighbours?
Friends?
Tradespeople?
The owners before you?
Basically, when you move into a new home, there’s no telling who might have a key. If the property is rented, you need to remember that the previous occupant may have been evicted and it is not compulsory for the landlord to change the locks. If an eviction happened, the previous tenant might have a grudge and could easily use the key to ransack the place.
Another thing to consider is that the locks could well be faulty or ineffective. Seeking the advice o a good locksmith will give you security and peace of mind.
Lastly, it might be a requirement of your insurance that certain types of locks are fitted. Certain policies require all downstairs windows to be fitted with locks and all doors, where possible, to be fitted with high security, 5-lever mortice locks. Some insurers might refuse to pay if there is no sign of forced entry following a burglary.
So, please, when moving, seek out the services of a good locksmith, to review your home security and give you peace of mind and to keep you and your home safe!
So, the big day comes. You’re all packed, the removal van is here and you’re on your way. You pick up the new keys and arrive at your new home. Soon you are in and are busy unpacking. Add what are you likely to have forgotten to arrange? To get the locks changed…..
Most people, when they move house, either forget to get the locks changed or put it off either because of the expense or because they are too busy.
As a locksmith, I would advise that this is a really bad thing to overlook. (And not because of the money I would make if you got it done). Just think. At your last house, how many people had your key?
Neighbours?
Friends?
Tradespeople?
The owners before you?
Basically, when you move into a new home, there’s no telling who might have a key. If the property is rented, you need to remember that the previous occupant may have been evicted and it is not compulsory for the landlord to change the locks. If an eviction happened, the previous tenant might have a grudge and could easily use the key to ransack the place.
Another thing to consider is that the locks could well be faulty or ineffective. Seeking the advice o a good locksmith will give you security and peace of mind.
Lastly, it might be a requirement of your insurance that certain types of locks are fitted. Certain policies require all downstairs windows to be fitted with locks and all doors, where possible, to be fitted with high security, 5-lever mortice locks. Some insurers might refuse to pay if there is no sign of forced entry following a burglary.
So, please, when moving, seek out the services of a good locksmith, to review your home security and give you peace of mind and to keep you and your home safe!