When it comes to buying safes, customers need to beware of products that don't live up to their name—differently rated safes mean different levels of safety for your valuables.
First, a safe designed to offer protection against burglary won't necessarily protect your valuables from fire, and vice versa. To maximize your security, consider getting a safe rated to withstand both.
And speaking of ratings, both insurance companies and Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) offer them, and you should be aware of the differences. Most "big box" stores offer only B- and C-rated safes, which require UL-rated lock hardware, but don't have to undergo any physical testing.
To see how a safe stands up to this kind of testing, look for a UL listing label: A safe labeled a Residential Security Container has resisted entry for five minutes in a UL test using specific tools and methods; a TL-15 safe can resist entry for 15 minutes; a TL-30 for 30 minutes, etc.
Fire protection information should also be on the safe's label, providing information about how long it was tested, at what temperature it was tested and the highest internal temperature measured during the test. Be especially careful about storing items like computer discs and similar media, which may need special humidity protection, too.
If this sounds a little confusing, there's an easy way to make sure you get the right safe for your needs: Call Bill's Mobile Lock (734-421-1230) and talk to one of our friendly, trustworthy professionals. We'll provide the right combination of customer service and locksmith expertise!
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Sunday, June 21, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
Grade 2 locks can be No. 1 for cost-effective security
In tough times like these, it's no surprise that most people are looking for ways to cut expenses. But when it comes to home security, sometimes spending just a little more now can stop you from having to pay a lot more later.
For example, a Grade 2 deadbolt lock is only about $10-$15 more than a Grade 3 deadbolt—the kind installed on most homes and sold in most big-box hardware stores. But the difference in the amount of security they provide can be priceless.
If you've got a Grade 3 lock on your front door, a thief could get inside within seconds using an ice pick and hammer. Then, once inside, chances are that the intruder will make away with a lot more than $10-$15 worth of your belongings.
Oh, didn't know there were different grades of locks? Many people don't; but you can be sure the experts at Bill's Mobile Lock do. If you're interested in more information about Grade 2 locks—or have any other home, mobile or commercial security concerns—give us a call at 734-421-1230 or visit: www.billsmobilelock.net.
For example, a Grade 2 deadbolt lock is only about $10-$15 more than a Grade 3 deadbolt—the kind installed on most homes and sold in most big-box hardware stores. But the difference in the amount of security they provide can be priceless.
If you've got a Grade 3 lock on your front door, a thief could get inside within seconds using an ice pick and hammer. Then, once inside, chances are that the intruder will make away with a lot more than $10-$15 worth of your belongings.
Oh, didn't know there were different grades of locks? Many people don't; but you can be sure the experts at Bill's Mobile Lock do. If you're interested in more information about Grade 2 locks—or have any other home, mobile or commercial security concerns—give us a call at 734-421-1230 or visit: www.billsmobilelock.net.
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