believe housing is reminding customers to check a few important points before installing a key safe, to help keep homes safe and avoid issues with home insurance.
Key safes and permission
Key safes are allowed without permission, but they must:
Key safes must not be installed on homes with external wall insulation under any circumstances.
Check home insurance
Customers are responsible for checking that a key safe is permitted under their home insurance policy and whether any conditions apply.
Keeping your home secure
Customers should also:
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This advice follows a concern raised by a customer about key safes and insurance, helping others make informed decisions.
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