New Home? Old Locks?
It’s a great feeling when you close on a
house and you are handed the keys? But who else
has a key to your home? Do you know who the
previous owners loaned keys to? During the sales
process realtors, inspectors, potential buyers
and workmen are in and out of the house. Many
times these individuals are allowed use of the
door keys unsupervised.
One of the best security precautions you can
take is to replace or re-key your locks
immediately after you move in. Replacing or
re-keying your exterior locks is the only way to
ensure that only you control the keys to your
new home. Don’t make it easy for burglars to
walk through your front door with the key.
In addition, call you local police department
for a home security inspection. Many local law
enforcement agencies will review your home’s
security measures and point out any areas of
concern.
Inquire about Neighborhood watch programs.
Call your local police department to determine
if your new community has a Neighborhood Watch
program.