Choosing the Right Safe
Not all safes are designed for the same purpose. When purchasing a safe, it’s important to consider what purpose you are purchasing your safe for. Are you protecting your valuables from fire, theft or both?
It’s best to buy from a security specialist, as they can provide expert advice and help ensure the safe meets your needs. Our authorised retailers can guide you in selecting the right model and ensure its suitable for your specific requirements.
Before speaking to a security specialist, it can be helpful to gather all the items together that you plan to store in your safe. This not only helps you evaluate the space required but also allows you to understand the total value of your belongings.
Why is it important to understand the value of your belongings?
Knowing the value of the items will help a security specialist guide you in choosing the appropriate level of security, including the cash rating your safe should meet.
What is a Cash Rating?
A cash rating is provided by the manufacture or the safe and/or by certification. This rating gives an indication of how secure the safe is – assuming it is installed correctly according to manufactures recommendations. Not all safes will have a recommended cash rating.
Before making your purchase, we also recommend checking with your insurer to confirm what level of protection they require or cover, if any.
