A home or business burglary can be devastating. Not only may you loose some of your most important belongs, but you can feel vulnerable. An easy way to find peace of mind and prevent theft is to keep a wall safe in your home or office.
The safest way to store your valuables and important documents is to keep them in your bank's safe deposit box. But this is not always convenient, especially if you want daily access to your important belongings. A wall safe would then be a good investment.
Wall safes are drilled into your wall, between studs. You can install a wall safe when you are building your home or office, or you can put it in later. Most wall safes come with a flange so that you do not need to re-plaster the walls.
Before you buy any wall safe, check its Underwriters Laboratories rating. A class-A rated safe can withstand a 2,000-degree fire for four hours, a class-B safe repels a 1,850-degrees fire for two hours, and a class-C safe can take on a 1,000-degree fire for one hour. These values are for paper documents, so if you will be storing computer equipment like important disks, you will need a specialized wall safe.
Wall safes can be opened by combination, electronic lock, or key, depending on the model you choose. Wall safe prices vary by quality and dealer. Most start at around $ 400. You can browse for safes online or at a safe dealer. Some Web sites advertise discounted prices and free shipping, so shop around for the best deal. It is probably best to see the safe in person before you buy it, since you will be storing some of your most valuable belongings in it.