01/10/2026
The clocks go back on 25 October, so now’s a good time to check your home security before the darker evenings arrive.
Burglaries typically peak between October and December, and the night the clocks go back has historically been the worst single night of the year. A few simple checks can make a real difference:
✓ Put a light on a timer, or use timer plugs, when you’re out
✓ Check your front door cylinder is a tested anti-snap model
✓ Keep spare keys away from obvious spots like under the mat or in a plant pot
✓ Make sure every door and window actually locks properly
✓ If a handle needs lifting and a shove before it locks, get it checked before it becomes a bigger problem
I provide locksmith services across Burton Upon Trent, Cannock, Rugeley, Burntwood, Castle Donington and surrounding areas.
If anything needs sorting before the darker evenings, my direct mobile is 07723 925032.
Save this checklist and share it with a neighbour. A quick check now is better than finding a problem on a dark evening.