Moving house is exciting; however, it can be stressful too. There is so much to sort out aside from the packing. You need to change the address for all bills and mail., change your address on your driving license and don’t forget about the distant aunts and uncles that you only from at Christmas. However, when it comes to a new home, there are some security checks that we don’t want you to miss.
While you may have been given a set of keys to your new home, do you know who else has keys to your home? Did they give keys to a neighbour who has since moved house or a relative that stayed with them for a while? Perhaps their ex-partner still has keys to the house, or got keys cut before they moved out.
Change Your Locks
What if the person you are buying the house off never got the locks changed when they moved? Just imagine how many people could have a key into your house if the locks haven’t been changed since it was first built. If they decide to come back your insurance won’t cover you if they enter with a key!
We have put together 5 simple steps to secure your new home. These are great ideas to keep you, your home, your possessions and your family safe.
Security Surveying Tips:
1. Lock Changes. As we said, you don’t know how many people have a key to your house. Get the door locks changed so you know your home will be safe. Don’t stop at the front and back door. We would recommend that you get all the external locks changed.
2. Install A Security System. There are lots of different security systems and alarms out there. Some can go off and work as a deterrent. Other alarms will alert you if it goes off so you can call the police.
3. Light It Up. If you have a long dark path to your house or large trees around your home then consider security lighting. Burglars love to work under the cloak of darkness. Using security lighting will deter them from breaking into your home.
4. CCTV Cameras. There are some really good quality and low-cost CCTV cameras on the market. Why not consider one for your home so you can see who is coming and going from your home at all times?
If you need help security surveying your new home then give us a call. We will be happy to change the locks so you feel safe and secure in your new home.
Call: 01353 930139
