Landlord Lock Changes in Brixton
Tenant moving out in Brixton? We change locks between tenancies across SW2 and South London — single flats, HMOs and whole portfolios. Cylinders keyed alike, the right number of key sets cut, and an invoice for your records. Call 07984 547185 to book changeovers.
Every tenancy change should mean a lock change. Not because tenants are untrustworthy, but because keys multiply quietly — spares cut for partners, cleaners and friends, none of them returned with the inventory. A fresh cylinder between tenancies is the cheapest insurance a landlord buys.
We work with landlords and letting agents across Brixton: scheduled changeovers between tenancies, emergency changes after a tenant disappears, and keyed-alike setups so one key serves a whole flat. Invoices are standard — your accountant will thank you.
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Between-tenancy lock changes
The routine is simple and worth making routine: outgoing tenant leaves, cylinder changes, new tenant gets fresh keys. For a standard flat door that is one cylinder and a set of keys, done in a single visit. For HMOs, each room cylinder changes while the communal entrance stays on the master system.
Book the changeover for the void day between tenancies and there is no gap in security at all. We keep common cylinder sizes on the van, so most changeovers need no second visit.
The legal side landlords must respect
A practical note, because it matters: under the Protection from Eviction Act 1977, a landlord cannot change the locks to force a tenant out — lock changes to end an occupation without a court order are unlawful. The lock changes we do are between lawful tenancies, at a landlord's instruction for a vacant property, or at a tenant's request with the landlord's agreement.
If you are unsure whether a situation allows a lock change, take legal advice first. We will ask who is instructing the work and on what basis, because a locksmith who changes locks without asking is a liability to everyone.
Keyed alike and key control for portfolios
Landlords with several flats can simplify life with keyed-alike cylinders: one key opens every property in the portfolio. It is convenient — and it means one lost key compromises everything, so pair it with restricted keyways that cannot be copied on the high street.
For larger setups, a master key system gives per-flat control under one master. Either way, keep a key register: who holds what, and when it was issued. We can set both up from scratch.
Frequently asked questions
Should I change the locks between tenants?
Yes. Keys get copied during tenancies — for partners, cleaners and friends — and few are returned. A fresh cylinder between tenancies is the cheapest security a landlord buys. We do changeovers across Brixton in a single visit. Call 07984 547185.
Can you key all my flats alike?
Yes. Keyed-alike cylinders mean one key serves your whole portfolio. Pair it with a restricted keyway so keys cannot be copied on the high street, and keep a register of who holds what.
Do you provide invoices for lock work?
Always. Every landlord job comes with an invoice suitable for your records and tax return. Tell us how many key sets you need and any reference to include.
A tenant has disappeared and I need the locks changed. Can you help?
For a vacant property at your instruction as landlord, yes. We will ask about the circumstances first, because lock changes connected to evictions must follow the legal process under the Protection from Eviction Act 1977. If in doubt, take legal advice before instructing us.
Do you work with letting agents?
Yes. We handle changeovers for agents across SW2 and South London, including scheduled void-day visits and emergency callouts. One number, one invoice, no chasing.