Moving House in Manchester? Change Your Locks First
Moving into a new home in Manchester is exciting, but there's one essential task most people forget — changing all the locks on day one.
Congratulations on your new Manchester home! Whether you're moving into a new build, an older property, or a rental, one of the most important things you should do — ideally before you even move your furniture in — is change all the external locks.
Why change locks when moving house in Manchester?
You have no idea how many copies of the keys exist. Over the life of a property, keys may have been given to:- Previous owners and their family members- Neighbours for emergency access- Dog walkers, cleaners, and babysitters- Estate agents and property managers- Builders, plumbers, and other tradespeople- Previous tenants (if the property was rented)
Any of these people could still have a working key to your new Manchester home.
What should you change?
1. Front door locks: Both the deadlock and nightlatch 2. Back door locks: Often overlooked but equally important 3. Side door locks: Including garage access doors 4. Padlocks: On sheds, gates, and garages 5. Window locks: Consider re-keying or replacing
What we recommend for new Manchester homeowners:
- Anti-snap euro cylinders on all UPVC and composite doors- BS3621 deadlocks on all wooden external doors- Keyed-alike option: One key for all external locks for convenience- Security assessment: While we're there, we'll check your overall security
Timing: Ideally, have the locks changed on completion day before you move in. We can attend your new Manchester property at a time that suits your completion schedule.
Call Great Manchester Locksmiths on 07949 139 475 to arrange your new home lock change anywhere in Manchester.
About Manchester — Why This Matters Locally
Manchester is one of the UK's largest and most diverse cities, with over 2.8 million people across Greater Manchester and some of the highest burglary rates in England. The advice in this article is specifically relevant to Manchester homeowners because of the unique mix of property types, demographics, and security challenges found across the city.
Whether you live in a Victorian terrace in Chorlton, a student house in Fallowfield, a semi-detached in Prestwich, or a city centre apartment — the security challenges are real and the solutions need to be tailored to your specific situation and neighbourhood.
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