Do you need a door lock replacement in City of Casey? If you’re unsure, here’s some practical info to help you.
Firstly, do you know if your home in the City of Casey has had a door lock replacement done? Good door locks are essential for our own peace of mind. Therefore, with working door locks on the front and back door of your home, it’s easy to assume that your home is secure, right? We’d all like to think so, but unfortunately that may not be the case.
If you are not sure if you need a door lock replacement in your City of Casey home, consider the following:
1. Is your house older or pre-owned?
Depending on the age of the property, the number of people who have lived at your address before you could be unknown. Therefore, the number of keys possibly in circulation could be a big concern. Do you really know who has a key?
2. Is your home new?
The number of new builds that are broken into just prior to the new owners moving in, is astounding. According to local police, upwards of 20 new homes per week are targeted in the City of Casey. The majority of which are believed to be “inside” jobs, by people in the construction industry. Would you know if a tradie has had a copy of your house key cut for later use?
3. Is home security and the safety of your family important to you?
If an uninvited guest wants to get into your home badly enough, they will. That’s just a fact. But there is hope & some simple steps you can take so your home isn’t a soft target. Replacement of all your external door locks is a good place to start. Furthermore, don’t forget the security door lock replacement.
4. What will it cost to change door locks at my home?
I have found the most economical way to change the door locks is to replace them with “like for like”. This means that door handle cut outs in your door should line up perfectly and only require minor adjustments, if any at all. If you decide to change the door furniture completely, you may need to cut more of the door, which may not be possible. In some cases, if your heart is set on that lovely new door handle & lock, you might need to invest in a new door for it to go onto.
Your family’s safety is paramount, so don’t forget your other locks!
Here’s a quick home security checklist for you;
- Entry door locks – Front door, back door and also the door from the garage into your house.
- Sliding door handle lock & a floor pin lock
- Security screen door locks
- Dead bolt locks to all entry doors
- Window locks
- Padlocks to side gates
And one final tip…
If you have a deadlock on your door, leave a key in the inside lock. This is in the event that your family needs to exit the building in an emergency.
If you have made up your mind that you do need a door lock replacement at your home,
Cranbourne Home improvements can help you with all your door lock replacement needs,
so you can relax and sleep well at night.
or CALL me to arrange an appointment
0414 722 738
I hope you found this article helpful.
Best wishes,
Steve Creighton.
Owner and Handyman at Cranbourne Home Improvements
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