Do you have valuables at home or in your business that need extra protection? Have you considered a safe to help do the job of securing money, coins, paper work, certificates, jewelry or so many other items that need protection from theft, fire or natural disasters?
How do you choose the right safe for your needs? The amount of items you need to protect will determine the size of the safe you need to use.
Determine the volume of items that will go in the safe and leave a little spare room for future additions. This will give you an idea of how large a safe you need. Remember, smaller safes are easier to conceal and more versatile for other environments.
Decide if you want the safe to be portable or permanently installed (bolting to the floor or setting in a wall). Choose the model and size accordingly. If you choose a portable safe, can it be carried by each adult in the household in an emergency?
Research the safe’s cash rating, which indicates how burglar-resistant the safe is. Typically, this rating is calculated by the strength of the safe’s door and walls, the complexity of the locking mechanism and the difficulty in removing the safe from its location. Generally, the higher the cash rating, the more secure the safe is. Remember, the fire rating and the cash rating are unrelated. A high cash rating does not imply good fire resistance (and vice-versa). Do the research on the model you are considering.
Understand the safe’s fire rating, which reflects the amount of time the safe can withstand direct flame without the contents combusting. This is usually measured in hours and we suggest a minimum of a one-hour fire rating.
Opt for a combination lock rather than a keyed lock. Combinations are typically easy to remember or jot down in a secret or off-site location. Keys get lost over time or can be forgotten in a panic situation.
Consider your budget and purchase the highest-grade safe that can reasonably meet your needs. Most home safes retail for around $150 but can go as high as $800. Consider a higher-grade safe and perhaps sacrifice a few cubic inches. Remember, safes are for the protection of cash, valuables, and essential documentation. Avoid the temptation to include too many purely sentimental items if space is at a premium.
Are you looking for a one-stop locksmith shop? Yes, we have safe for your home and business. A quick visit to 35thavelocksmith.com can help solve all of your locksmith needs. We are a family owned and operated locksmith company in Phoenix Arizona. 35th Ave Locksmith is over 30 years old and at its heart is a certified locksmith.
35th Avenue Locksmith
12450 North 35th Ave Suite 30
Phoenix, AZ 85029
Northwest Corner of Cactus and 35th Ave
602-242-5429 • Emergencies 24/7 480-363-2407
http://35thavelocksmith.com
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