Over half of people don’t change their locks when they move into a new property. The very idea of other keys to your home out there is a scary thought but it would seem many people don’t consider this potential danger. So why should you change your locks after moving into a new home? Old Locks If you have locks that are old and not completely secure you should change them just from a security standpoint. Faulty locks make it worryingly easier for burglars to gain entry to your home and protecting it, and your family, is an absolute priority. Insurance Claims Rejected If a spare key is left by the previous owner to someone who uses it to commit a theft in your new property, it might allow an insurance company to deny a claim. This is because not all policies cover things like willingly given keys as an incidence of a break-in. Check your insurance to see what is covered but always the safest thing to do is replace the external door locks in a new property. Peace of Mind Simply knowing your locks have been changed can give you peace of mind in a newly purchased home. It’s possible you could know the previous owners, but it’s certainly not often. And even if you did, you won’t know everyone they might have given a copy of the house key to. New external locks picked to your own personal security preferences (and you know exactly who has a key) will automatically provide peace of mind in your new property. So, have you recently moved, or are about to, and want to change your locks? Call 07935 628828 for a great lock change service and there’s also a discount when we change multiple locks on a property.

The right protection for your home against break-ins and burglaries is important. Because while according to the Office of National Statistics (ONS), burglaries are declining year on year, the main reason for the reduction is the quality of locks that people are fitting to their doors has improved in recent years. But if you haven’t upgraded locks recently you may still have the kind that doesn’t provide much protection against a savvy burglar. We can help identify any potential problem by offering a free security survey on your doors and windows. And we can show you the difference in protection that the latest locks and gadgets offer. This service is completely free and you will probably be surprised at how reasonable it is to upgrade your doors with anti-snap, anti-drill and insurance-approved locks that can defy even the most determined burglar. So whether you’re an existing homeowner, just moving into a new home, renting your property, or perhaps a landlord with new tenants, call 07935 628828 and book your FREE security check today.