How to choose the right Key Safe
Gone are the days of hiding your spare keys under a plant pot or doormat, as it’s the first place an intruder will look. The ideal solution to secure spare keys safely for homes, property owners and small businesses is a key safe. These strong little key boxes are commonly fitted with either a push button combination lock or a rotating wheel combination lock. Both are easy to operate and are generally mounted on a secure outdoor fixture.
Key safes provide convenient solutions for many types of people and property owners. They offer great benefits for new market emerges such as Airbnb as holiday goers and tenants can gain access to a property at anytime, day and night (no reception required). Service people such as cleaners and gardeners can gain temporary access to a property and combinations can be easily changed when required.
Key safes are very convenient for school children to access keys without the need to carry them (and possibly lose them). They also provide peace of mind to access a home of an elderly.
One of the best advantages is when you’re accidently locked out. The dreaded feeling swipes over you until you remember your trusted key safe can let you in without any cause of drama.
The advantages of a key safe is evident and most importantly they add another element to your home security. Now you need to select the right key safe that best suits your needs. Firstly, determine how many keys and other items you need to store. Smaller key safes will store 1-5 keys while larger capacity key safes can store between 5-10 keys, fobs as well as cards. Take note of the internal dimensions to ensure it’s the right size for your needs.
When considering where to install your key safe ensure it is in discreet position away for general view. Wall mounted key safes must be fitted to a sturdy post or wall. If subjected to weather conditions a weather resistant cover is important to protect the safe against the elements. Key safes also are available in various model types such a padlock shackle and car door key safes.
We have a large selection of key safes varying in sizes, functions and locking mechanisms. If you need assistance in choosing the right key safe for your property or business we’d be happy to help.