Does The Locking System On Your Home Safe Really Work?

By Author: Mrs. Shannon Egan
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Would not it be a complete disaster if the lock on your home safe did not really keep unwanted hands locked out? Sure, your safe may be sturdy (or so it may seem) but how easy is it for someone to ‘crack the code'? Or maybe you do not have up-to-date technology to adequately protect your valuables?

Home Safe Locks

For home safes, the variety of access systems can vary from combination locks, key locks, touch pads, and biometric fingerprint recognition. Most high end locks come without a physical attachment between the keypad and lock. But, with so many options it can be hard to decipher which are the best locking systems out there. Here is a breakdown of some of the most commonly used locking systems and their features:

Combination Locks: These are the oldest type of locking system around (besides of course a pad lock and a key). Beware when using this method because some combination locks can be figured out in a multiple or even just a few guesses. Either way, you do not want an access system where there is even a slight option that your secret code can be cracked.

Basic Digital Lock: This ...
... battery operated lock allows multiple users with just one access code. If a wrong code is attempted several times in a row a penalty alert will go off.

Audit Lock: This type of lock has a silent signal for duress alarm, a time delay with a time delay override feature, and an external connection for an audit trail. It allows up to 9 users.

Basic Commercial Lock: This type of lock also allows multiple users, and has a ‘wrong try' penalty notification. There is also a remote disable of all lock functions feature if needed.

Biometric Fingerprint Recognition: Biometrics is the latest innovation in home and gun safe technology. It is hands down the best locking system out there right now. Here is how it works: you program the system to recognize your fingerprints. The system will only respond to your fingerprints when the code is entered on the keypad. The response is quick and easy access to your valuables and also comes with several alert notifications, such as if someone has even attempted to get into your safe, etc.

With the variety of locks out there it is hard to know if your current system is really doing its job. Take a deeper look at your home safe and ask yourself: how well does my lock really keep my valuables out of unwanted hands?

If you are not sure, call a home safes expert and see what you can do about getting an upgrade if necessary. For more information about home safes expert visit our website www.cannonsafe.com now!