Can I install a safe myself?

Small safes can be fitted at home, but the fixings are where DIY jobs often go wrong. Manufacturers set out exactly how their safes must be anchored, and your insurer may expect those instructions to be followed. A professional fitter takes that worry off your hands.

Should I tell my insurer about my new safe?

Yes. Give them the make and model, and keep any certificates that came with it. They can then confirm the safe meets the level of cover you need.

Is a digital lock or a key lock more secure?

Both are secure when built to a recognised standard, so it depends on how you’ll use the safe. A digital lock means there’s no key to lose or copy, and you can change the code in minutes. Key locks don’t need batteries, but the key should never be kept in the same room as the safe.

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We understand the importance of ensuring that your valuables - be this jewellery, money or documents - are safe and secure. With various home safe systems to choose from (including electronic home safes), each with their own unique features and benefits, Caledonian Lock & Safe will work to understand your requirements and recommend the most suitable safe for you.

All of our modern safes are made to European-grade standards and are approved by insurance companies to ensure your possessions are adequately protected. Find out more about our safe installations in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Ayrshire and surrounding regions.

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SAFE GRADES 0-3 AVAILABLE THROUGH US

When choosing a safe, the most important consideration is to invest in a product that will offer the right level of protection. To calculate the grade required for jewellery and valuables to be kept in a cash safe at home, you will need to multiply the cash rating by ten. Buy online or utilise our supply and install service.

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Grade 0 - £6,000

Grade 1 - £10,000

Grade 2 - £17,500

Grade 3 – £35,000

Grade 4 - £60,000

Grade 5 - £100,000

Grade 6 - £150,000

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CHOOSING THE BEST SPOT FOR YOUR SAFE

Where your safe sits affects how well it protects what’s inside. Between safe installation and emergency locksmith call-outs, our engineers spend plenty of time in homes and businesses across Glasgow. That experience means we know exactly what makes a secure spot for a safe.

A good position starts with what the safe is fixed to. A concrete floor or brick wall gives anchor bolts a firm grip, making the safe much harder to lever out, and a corner leaves less room to get a tool behind it. Keep it out of sight of windows and doorways, and skip the master bedroom wardrobe if you are installing it at home, as burglars tend to check there first.

Pick a dry room too, since moisture in garages and cellars can damage paperwork and electronic locks. For businesses, place the safe in a back office away from the tills so customers can’t see it, but staff can still reach it easily.

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SIGNS IT’S TIME TO REPLACE YOUR SAFE

Even reliable safes reach the end of their working life. Watch out for any of these:

Prise marks or a bent door after a break-in attempt
Fire damage, even if the contents survived
A lock that sticks or takes two or three attempts to open
More valuables than the safe can comfortably hold
Your insurer asking for a higher-rated model

When you upgrade, our safe removal service can take the old unit away, so you don’t have to move it yourself.

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WHY CHOOSE CALEDONIAN LOCK & SAFE

Caledonian Lock & Safe has worked in the security sector since 1973 and is recognised by the British Institute of Insurers, so you can count on honest advice about insurance-approved safes. We’re also an independent business with no call-out charges, and our mobile engineers come to you and treat every enquiry as urgent.

Ready to secure your valuables? Contact us today to arrange a free quotation for safe installation services.