Buying a Safe

1. Determine if the safe(s) will be used for business or residential use. Many businesses will use a depository or "drop safe" to quickly secure cash and prevent employee theft and burglary. High-security safes are used most often against home invasion, providing resistance to fire as well.

2. Consider the risk factors such as burglary, fire, moisture, theft, or safety. Having a safe is a type of insurance, often required by insurance companies who cover businesses who handle very valuable items. Knowing what will be inside, will help you find the right type of safe to use.

3. Know what rating of safe will be needed and how they are specifically constructed. The most common ratings are B, C, E, or UL tested/certified. There are many resources online you will be able to find more specific information on this. The best way to be sure is to call the company and ask a sales rep if you aren't completely sure.

4. Measure the location the safe will be installed, which type of safe will fit, and how it will be moved to that space. There are under counter safes, wall safes, and floor safes to think about. If space is an issue or concern, one of these types of safes might be a good idea to consider. A quality safe will be much heavier than a cheap safe and will be need special care when it is being moved.

5. If you have certain needs such as convenience, or a time-delay, make sure the types of lock and keypad combinations are available to accommodate them. Many have the ability to enable multiple users, and access times/days, and limit when the safe can be operated.

6. Make sure the safe has a re-locker, steel construction, and steel bolt-work. When the re-lockers are triggered, the safe remains locked and would require hours of drilling in-case of an attack.

7. Many safes are not constructed with solid steel, and some even have materials inside the walls of the safe that are designed to prevent moisture, or dissipate heat, finding out the different types of materials used will help you make an informed decision.

7. Research the internet, call the manufacturers, and know your specific needs to determine the right safe. For the right type of protection there are many factors to consider, luckily there are many types of safes and options.

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