Collin County is one of the top relocation destinations in the United States. If you are moving to Prosper, Celina, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, or any other Collin County community, getting your home security right from day one is essential. Use this checklist before you settle in.
Before Move-In Day
- ☐ Schedule a locksmith for move-in day rekeying (book in advance — they fill up fast on busy moving weekends)
- ☐ Check the age and brand of existing exterior locks — builder-grade Grade 3 locks should be upgraded
- ☐ Note whether any doors have smart locks that need to be reset from prior owners
- ☐ Locate all exterior entry points including garage entry door, back door, and any side gates
Day One: Locks
- ☐ Rekey all exterior door locks (front, back, garage entry, side doors)
- ☐ Key all locks alike so one key opens your entire home
- ☐ Replace any locks that are damaged, stiff, or Grade 3
- ☐ Consider a smart lock on the front door for keypad backup access
- ☐ Install 3-inch strike plate screws on all exterior door frames
Week One: Entry Points
- ☐ Check sliding glass door for track security (add a bar or track lock)
- ☐ Install anti-lift pins on sliding door tracks
- ☐ Verify all ground-floor windows lock securely
- ☐ Check garage door: does the emergency release have a shield to prevent fishing attacks?
- ☐ Add a coded lockbox on an exterior wall with a spare house key
Smart Home Integration (Optional)
- ☐ Smart lock on front door with app access
- ☐ Video doorbell (Ring, Nest, Eufy)
- ☐ Motion-sensing exterior lights (Texas nights are dark in newer developments)
- ☐ Garage door opener with smartphone monitoring
Set Up Your Emergency Contacts
- ☐ Save your local locksmith number in your phone: (972) 544-4574
- ☐ Leave a spare key with one trusted neighbor
- ☐ Know the non-emergency number for your local police department
Professional Move-In Service
We offer move-in rekey packages for new Collin County residents. One visit, all exterior locks rekeyed, keyed alike, with new keys. Call (972) 544-4574 to book your move-in day appointment.
Looking for professional locksmith help? Contact 1st Class Locksmith in Prosper TX — available 24/7 at (972) 544-4574.