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What you need to know about commercial safes

Here in Naperville, IL hundreds of local businesses use a commercial safe. Does yours? Maybe it’s time to add one to your list of essential business tools and equipment! No matter what kind of commercial operation you have, a safe can be quite helpful in keeping your cash, documents and other valuables “safe” from harm, crooks and even the weather! Read on and see how working with Naperville Locksmith Pro or your favorite commercial locksmith can provide you with a safe at the best price and with 24-hour service coverage for it, as well.

Safe contents

Many people think that commercial safes are just for cash. That’s not entirely true. Having stack of money around is never a bad thing! You are not necessarily hoarding it. Commercial safes are great for putting money into before it gets delivered to the bank or picked up by a Brinks guard or armored truck. Cash also comes in handy for fast closing business deals, last minute emergencies, bank/ATM unavailability and lots of other good reasons. It’s always smart to empty cash registers so that excess money is not overflowing the drawers and causing temptations for employee theft, pilfering or burglars.

You can also put documents into your safe. Depending on the type of firm you operate, you might find property titles, passports, receipts, warranties, insurance papers, wills, copies of vehicle registrations, employee records, patents, stock certificates, leases, background checks and hundreds of other printed forms of commercial activity.

Some commercial safes contain flash drives, jewelry, art, collectibles, hard drives, deeds of trust, legal documents, and even guns! There are no hard and fast rules as to what to deposit into your commercial safe. The bottom line is that your safe keeps items “safe” and should be used for doing that very thing.

What kind of safe do you want/need?

Naperville Locksmith Pro often gets calls about this. Company owners want to know, what safe is best for their needs? Since all businesses are different, that question is hard to answer. If your business is cash intensive like a restaurant or thrift store, a floor safe might be ideal to drop excess cash into after a shift is over. Some safes open with a combination dial while others use a simple slot to drop cash or paper documents into before being emptied by having a locked drawer or bottom removed. It’s best to discuss your safe needs with an experienced commercial locksmith. In Naperville, IL we have many to choose from. You can also check with local safe shops and discuss your needs with the owners as they sell to other local firms that need safes installed.

Commercial safes can be built into the floor, free standing, inserted into walls, added to panic rooms, hidden behind stairs, under tables or desk tops and placed virtually anywhere the operator feels inspired to put one. One advantage of working with a commercial locksmith like Naperville Locksmith Pro is that often free consultations are included with the service. These are ideal for selecting the right safe and installation location for your particular needs.

Do I really need a safe?

That’s up to you. You have many things to consider. Do you have items that need protection on a part time or full time basis? What are you using now? Is a locking desk drawer enough for you? Can your business afford to purchase a safe at this point or should it wait for “better days?” These are questions you should know ahead of time before you buy one or commit to adding one to your business.

Some firms hide cash, documents or valuables in desk drawers, file cabinets, behind books, in cabinets and other similar places. This can be risky as not only is your place of hiding not secure, but if someone was to see you access it or if word of this hiding place leaked out to customers or staff, you could wind up losing valuable items or money. It’s smart to weigh these risks against the cost of purchasing or leasing a commercial safe.

Places to buy your safe

You can purchase a commercial safe almost anywhere. Brand new ones often come with warranties and generally have no maintenance other than installation costs. You can buy through a safe store, hardware store or gun dealer. Even national retailers like Wal-Mart, Sears, Bass Pro Shops, Ace Hardware and Target often carry safes but keep in mind that their sales people are hardly experts and will offer little more than a price check and a smile. You can buy safes used from estate sales, yard sales, thrift stores, police auctions, flea markets and other second hand places. Keep in mind that while you can save money purchasing a safe this way, you may have to pay extra to have it repaired or opened if it is damaged or sealed shut.

Online is also a good place to locate a safe for your business. Be sure to do a web search using your favorite browser and key words that include “safes for jewelry stores” or “safes for restaurants” (be sure to substitute your particular kind of business).  Check reviews from other buyers and compare models that appeal to you across multiple platforms like Amazon, E-bay, Craigslist and online retailers.

Call a locksmith!

A solidly established commercial locksmith like Naperville Locksmith Pro will be able to answer any of your questions about safes including pricing, installation, maintenance, warranties, upgrades, and more. Our shop offers safes for every business type and budget size from the most basic to electronic safes, biometric safes and more! As stated earlier, we offer the best rates, 24-hour emergency service, free consultations and vast experience!

Keep your receipt

In many cases your newly purchased safe can be written off on your taxes. We are not accountants but if you are in business you most likely have one. Be sure to check with your tax professional and let them know how you plan on using your safe at your Naperville, IL business. It just may wind up costing you less than you thought!