Security is always a tricky subject to deal with when making decisions especially since it impacts everyone on such a large scale. Although the decision to invest in an electronic safe is an easy one, when it comes to ensuring the safety of your documents and prized possessions, choosing the right safe lock is bound to be an even tougher task.

So here are 5 questions (and their answers), you are most likely to have when you are looking to invest in a safe lock:

1. How big should the safe be?

The simple answer is that bigger is always better! It is quite common for people to think one size is enough and then once it is bought and fitted, they feel that the safe could have been a bit bigger. Therefore it would be a better deal to go for a safe that is slightly bigger than your requirement. The best way to determine the size is to first make a list of all the things you need to place in the safe and go for one that will accommodate twice the items given in the list.

2. What lock type or technology should it have?

Although a dial lock is quite a famous type of a safe lock, an electronic lock is the most efficient of all. An electronic lock is least likely to malfunction or get jammed, unlike the dial lock and the wheel lock. The electronic lock will also be ideal as it is slightly harder to manipulate this. The only thing to remember is to get the unit serviced once every few years to ensure optimum use.   

3. How fire safe should it be?

Most lock safes are created to be fire resistant with a limitation. The important thing to consider is the fire safety rating and the duration up to which it will be fire resistant. Ensure the safe you go for keeps the temperature below 135 degrees and the humidity below 85% at all times and especially during a fire. It is equally important to note that it is not possible for an electronic safe to be ‘fireproof’ so if a product is deemed fire ‘proof’ it is most likely a fake and inefficient product.

4. Where should I place my safe?

This question is interlinked with whether you have adequate home security in place. If your home has a good alarm system, you can get away with placing the safe on a slightly visible plane. However if you still want a little more security for the safe, anchoring the safe might be a good idea. Anchoring is when you conceal your safe from view beneath the walls or the floorboards of the home. This is an effective way to ensure maximum security for your safe.

5. What burglar and theft protection should I go for?  

Another important aspect to look into is to make sure that the security  level is multi-layered for your safe. Ensure your electronic safe opens only after a series of codes are entered. The other that you should take care of is the mechanism of sending a distress signal if the safe lock is tampered with.

In today’s world where there are more number of identities being stolen rather than money and jewellery, ensuring the safety of your documents has become essential. The best way to guarantee this is by investing in a good electronic safe. Go to Professional Electronic Safe Lock Dealers and explain your home security levels to them. Then you can be rest assured you will have the best security for your prized possessions.