The time has come to purchase a house but once you start looking for the ideal place, you quickly realize that choosing your new home, and most importantly securing it, is not as easy as it first seemed. Safety should be every homeowner’s top priority and it is important to know how to minimize risks and ensure the security of your new home. First Lock & Security Technologies will go over some basic safety tips for before you buy a house and after you move in.
Research Neighborhood & Check Condition of Locks
When you are trying to find the right place to buy, it is important to research the neighborhood the house is located in as well. You will want to check on the crime rate and learn how many break-ins have been registered in the last year. It is also advisable to visit the neighborhood during different times of the day and night for a general overview of the local atmosphere and any potentially dangerous behavior. Once you have moved in take time to check the presence and condition of the window and door locks. If the front and backdoor entry locks in particular are old and/or damaged, you may be looking at some repairs or replacements as well as rekeying them.
Home Security & Audit
Before you move in, it’s a great idea to have a licensed locksmith like First Lock & Security Technologies come out and assess the security of your house. We can perform an overall home security check and suggest solutions to address any weak access points of your new home. We can also evaluate any lock maintenance needed and recommend lock rekeying or replacement. It’s a smart idea to change the locks on your front entrance door, back doors, garage and mailbox to give you peace of mind that only those people you authorize can access these areas. After all, you just don’t know who has copies of the current key you are getting with the purchase of the home.
Upgrading Locks
Once you are living in the house, you may consider adding various locking hardware to improve the safety of your residence. For example, you may want to add a chain on the front door or consider upgrading to high security locks in order to improve your overall security. Installing motion or other outdoor lights to shine on your house and surrounding buildings such as the shed, garage, gates and mailbox etc. can help deter burglars. Throughout your time living in the home, it is also important to maintain your doors and window locks, and replace any worn or broken locks right away.
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Unfortunately, many people do not think to change the locks when they move into a new house. This is a big mistake! By not changing the locks, you may be putting your family in danger. There is simply no way of checking who else has a copy of the keys. First Lock & Security Technologies can consult with you regarding lock rekeying and replacement options as well as the different lock types most suitable for your doors. Call us for all your lock related needs.
