The need to change your locks is not one that comes very often. However, when a situation arises that requires new locks, it’s important that you get your lock replacement done in a timely manner. Use the guide below to understand why this should be a priority and when it needs to be done.

Homeowner’s Guide to Lock Replacement

Why It’s Important

Your locks are the first – and perhaps the best – line of defense for your home. They are responsible for your family’s safety and the protection of your personal belongings. Secure door locks prevent burglaries and trespassers of any kind. You need to know that you have well-functioning locks which cannot be easily broken into, and you should have complete control over who has copies of your keys.

When to Change Them

All homeowners should get a lock replacement if there are missing keys or people with keys that they don’ t want to have them. For example, if you give your child a key and they misplace it, then it could be in the hands of someone who would abuse that access to your home. People also replace locks when a roommate moves out or after a divorce, even when the separation seems amicable.

It’s always smart to get new locks right away when you move into a new home since you do not know who has access to the old keys. Another situation is after a home burglary, as you have clearly had a loss of home security and your existing locks may have been damaged in the process. Finally, you may want a new lock replacement for old or damaged locks.

The team at Richmond Hill Locksmith is committed to your home security and peace of mind. This full-service mobile locksmith company is a member of the National Locksmith Association and provide services throughout Savannah and Richmond Hill, GA. Whether you need a lock replacement or want to beef up your security with some new deadbolts, they’ll handle it. Contact them online or at (912) 727-3878 to schedule a service.