Moving House? Why 1 in 3 Australians Don’t Change Their Locks

Moving into a new home is exciting, but many Australians overlook a key step: securing the property. Studies reveal that around 30% of people who move house never change or rekey their locks.

This means real estate agents, previous tenants, tradespeople, or even neighbours could still have keys.

Risks of Not Changing Locks

• Unauthorised access: Old keys can be used to enter unnoticed.
• Unknown duplicates: Keys are easy to copy, and you may never know how many are in circulation.
• Insurance issues: Some insurers may question claims if locks weren’t updated after moving in.

Locksmith Services for New Homes

• Rekeying: The most affordable and effective way to reset locks without replacing hardware.
• Full replacement: Install new high-security locks if existing ones are old or damaged.
• Keyed-alike systems: Simplify access by using one key for multiple locks.

Takeaway

When you move, security should come first. Changing or rekeying locks ensures you truly have control of your new property.

Locksman provides fast, professional locksmith services across Malvern, Malvern East, Armadale, Glen Iris, Toorak, Hawthorn, Caulfield, Kooyong, and South Yarra.

Call us on 0439 891 174 or 1300 569 626 for urgent assistance.