Did you know, it’s not an insurance requirement to change the locks on your home when you move. But think about it. If you are buying a home, how many other people have had keys? Will they have returned them to the previous owner to pass on to you?
Looking at the number of times I declutter houses that have keys for other properties, I know there are plenty of keys hanging around in the wrong places! They may belong to neighbours, cleaners, former cleaners, other tradespeople. They probably didn’t keep them on purpose, but you never know!
Changing the locks may be an extra cost when you’re already spending money, but for peace of mind and security, it is an invaluable thing to do, whether your insurance company requires it or not.