Moving into a new house is an exciting time, but with so many things to take care of including paperwork and moving boxes, some aspects of your home move might be forgotten.
One of the most important aspects of moving home is learning about the security of your new home, and many new homeowners wonder, ‘Do I need to change locks after buying a house?’.
It’s not a requirement to change door locks on a new home, but it is a smart decision to at least consider rekeying or replacing house locks, primarily because you don’t know who has been given a key to your new home over the years.
We operate in Kensington and the surrounding area and can supply a locksmith to change locks in under an hour for an affordable price, as well as offering new homeowner security tips to keep your home safe.
Change Locks New Home
First-time buyer home security doesn’t mean choosing the most expensive locks or fitting new ones yourself from the local hardware store, but it’s a sensible approach to change door locks in a new home, just to give you the peace of mind that the only people who can access your new property are you.
Knightsbridge Locksmith offers a home lock replacement service, and all you have to do to book a lock changing appointment is get in touch via our website or reach out to our professional locksmiths on 07309 909989.
Why do I need to change locks on a new house?
There are lots of excellent reasons to change the locks on a new home if you’ve just moved in:
The previous owner could have keys
Whether it’s the previous owners who have keys or the developer of a new build who has a master key, unless you change or rekey the lock they can gain access again.
Multiple people might still have access
Many people share keys with their family members or leave them with a neighbour for emergencies. Estate agents, cleaners, and tradesmen might still have one key in their possession.
You don’t know how many keys there are
The truth is when you have a new property, you don’t know how many copies of the key there are, as they could have been cut and handed out years ago without your knowledge.
Give yourself peace of mind
When you know that your new key is the only one that can open your home, it gives ultimate reassurance that the old same key won’t be able to be used to gain access again.
Choose a new lock cylinder or master key system
With a new lock and a new key to a door, whether it’s a Euro cylinder, a mortice lock, or a master key system, you have complete control over the access to your new home.
Lock change options for your new door lock
With Knightsbridge Locksmith, we’ll make sure that old keys will not work, and we can use a rekeying kit to change your locks or replace them entirely. Whether it’s a new home or a new commercial property, we can provide the following options:
Complete lock replacement
The old lock is replaced in its entirety, meaning that no existing keys will be able to work. You can choose from the same brand or a more secure version.
Rekey the locks on your home
Lock rekeying is a great solution and is more affordable than replacing locks fully. We advise that lock rekeying is only used if the current lock is in decent condition.
Upgrade the locks you currently have
Rather than worrying about who could have the old key to the property, ensure that an old key would no longer work with an upgrade to a smart lock, or a BS3621 Banham lock that is also insurance-approved.
Add new locks to doors that aren’t protected
If not every door in your home has a lock, then we’d advise securing the most important ones such as the external locks for the front door and back door.
We can cut how many copies you need when rekeying or installing new ones. The side and back doors need to be strengthened the most as they are weak entry points, and we can show you extras like chains and deadbolts.
Want to change locks? New house not secure? Call Knightsbridge Locksmith
Considering a lock change for your new home? Whether it’s lock rekeying, lock repair, or needing the same brand fitting with a professional installation, we’re here for you.
We can assist with lock changes on a newly purchased home on the following types of doors:
- Front, side and back doors
- Patio, French, bifold, and sliding doors
- Garden gates and side gates
- Garage doors including up-and-overs
- Outbuildings like sheds and outdoor storage units
When you call Knightsbridge Locksmith on 07309 909989 we can get you a new set of keys cut and plan your lock changes at a time that’s convenient for you, so you can have complete peace of mind in your new home purchase.
Mistakes buyers make when lock rekeying or changing locks
When homeowners decide to change their door locks, there are some common mistakes we see that we’d urge you to avoid for your own security.
- You shouldn’t just change the front door lock, as the back and side doors may also be compromised if someone already has a key for them
- You should aim to get your locks changed as soon as possible, as every day that they’re not changed, your home is vulnerable to unauthorised entry by a key holder
- We don’t recommend keeping the old locks in place if they are already old and worn out, as even if a new key is cut for them, it can still break down and require repair and maintenance
- Homeowners should have all the locks checked, even if they don’t intend to change them all, as in many cases, the lock mechanism can have old pins just waiting to seize up or jam
We’re here 24/7 if you need help or advice, or have decided on the locks you need changing already.
If you’re not sure what you need, you can always ask our locksmith for a solution fit for your unique property’s security needs.
Call today for a free estimate on a single lock or multiple locks
Our locksmith service is available to both home and business owners in the Kensington area, as well as the wider London area, and we work with property owners of all kinds to give them extra peace of mind that their home is secure.
We work fast and avoid causing any damage to the doors, frames, and existing door hardware when we are installing new locks or rekeying old ones.
We can show you a better option than the current locks, and prices vary depending on the brand you want to install. Your home’s doors should be secure, and replacing them makes more sense than simply rekeying them if they are already worn out or old.
Our professional locksmiths offer the highest quality of lock installations, whether it’s for a home or a commercial property, and we can ensure that each member of the household has different keys cut for ultimate key control.
Get in touch with Knightsbridge Locksmith today on our website or call us directly on 07309 909989 for a London lock change today.