Richmond, ON's small-village setting means landlords here are often managing just one or two rental properties, sometimes a home they've held onto for years and rented out along the way. Once a tenancy ends, the same question applies regardless of scale: is the unit actually secure?
The Legal Requirement, Stated Plainly
A landlord cannot legally change a unit's locks to remove a tenant on their own. That authority belongs to the Landlord and Tenant Board, with physical enforcement carried out only by the Sheriff's office. A self-help eviction — changing locks before that process concludes — is a genuine legal risk.
This service applies strictly after that point, whether through Sheriff enforcement or a tenant voluntarily vacating.
What the Visit Covers
Every lock connected to the unit gets checked. Serviceable hardware is rekeyed; anything too worn gets replaced. You leave with fresh, documented keys.
Why This Still Matters for a Long-Held Rental
A property that's been rented out over many years, even to a series of respectful tenants, tends to accumulate more keys in circulation than anyone tracks. A rekey resets that count cleanly.
Common Scenarios
A unit recovered through completed Board and Sheriff process. A tenant who left as scheduled. A property abandoned without notice. Preparing the home for a new tenant.
Before We Book
Confirmation the unit is legally vacant. A paralegal or the Landlord and Tenant Board is the right resource for your specific legal situation.
Why Richmond Landlords Choose Can-Lock Security
Mobile and family-owned, serving landlords in the village and surrounding area.
Book a Post-Eviction Lock Change in Richmond
Once your Richmond rental unit is legally vacant, Can-Lock Security can help secure it properly. Reach out to schedule.
Related pages: Residential Lock Replacement | Emergency Lockout Service Richmond | Residential Locksmith Services | Emergency Door Repair
