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Protect Your Jewellery and Valuables Over the Christmas Period 2023
Protect Your Jewellery and Valuables Over the Christmas Period 2023

The Christmas period is naturally a busy time for anyone with work commitments, present purchases and visiting family. So there will be times during this part of the year that you might be away from home or the business for a sustained period of time.

It is always important to remain vigilant when it comes to home security and protecting your cash, valuables and jewellery.


Home Security

When visiting family and friends over the festive period you may be away from home for a few days or even a week, so naturally your home could be targeted by opportunist burglars who are trying houses in the neighbourhood.

See our recommendations to improving your home security:

  • Automatic light timers on the inside/outside of the house – This is a simple and cost affective way of increasing the security on your home. If the lights are turned off all week then it is a clear indicator to any passer by that the home is not occupied. Purchasing a few plug devices for lights will be a cheaper purchase from any DIY store in the UK.
  • Checking of the Door and Windows in your Property – Make sure that every door and window is closed and locked correctly before leaving the property.
  • Close the Side/Back Gates – Closing the side or back gate to your house is another way of increasing the security at your house as it does not allow intruders easy access to the back of your house.
  • Removing Bins/Car on the Drive – Leaving the recycling bins on the driveway for a prolonged time is sometimes an indicator to a potential burglar that there is no one currently home. Make sure these are stored away once they are emptied. If your family is also due to visit friends or family members, we also recommend to try and leave one car on the driveway so it appears that someone is home whilst you are away.
  • Light Sensors and Cameras on the Outside of the House – Installing automatic light sensors and CCTV cameras to the outside your property is another security feature that you can add to your home. With modern technology on phones now allowing you to monitor and record movements on the outside of your home, we would highly recommend to have this fitted.

Gifts from Christmas

With different ways of increasing your home security that have been discussed, we move onto the contents of your home and protecting these valuables from theft.

Naturally the spend on gifts increases dramatically in November and December. The value on certain items will sometimes be a lot higher than other small gifts. Protecting these precious gifts can just be as important as the initial purchase. At SimplySafes we have an excellent range of high security safes that are designed to protect Watches, Jewellery, iPads/Tablets/Laptops.


SimplySafes Recommended Safes to Protect your Valuables over Xmas

At SimplySafes we have put together a list of our recommended security safes that are ideal to protect your gifts and valuables over Christmas.

Burton Eurovault Aver Grade 2 Size 0K Security and Fireproof Safe

The Burton Eurovault Aver Grade 2 is a high security safe ideal for the home or office. It offers 30 minutes fire protection for paper documents and has an excellent insurance rating of £17,500 for cash and £175,000 for valuables.

Pros

  • 30 minutes fire protection for paper
  • Cash Rating £17,500 / valuables rating £175,000
  • High security double bitted key lock – 2 keys supplied
  • Certified by ECB.S class CEN Grade II according to EN-1143-1
  • Insurance Approved

Cons

  • Cannot be anchored to the back wall

Securikey Mini Vault Silver S2-0E High Security Safe

The mini vault silver range is an ideal solution for protecting cash and valuables in the home or workplace. Both the electronic and key options have been tested and are certified to EN14450-S2. All the models include a motion sensor interior light and felt lined walls.

Pros

  • European certified safe, Security Level S2, EN 14450
  • Approved by AiS, Sold Secure and Secure by Design, Police Preferred Specification
  • Cash rating £4,000 / valuables rating £40,000
  • High security electronic digital lock, EN 1300 approved
  • Motion interior light included
  • Suitable for rear or floor fixing – Bolts supplied
  • Felt lined interior

Cons

  • No fire protection

Further Help and Advice

If you would like any further expert advice on selecting a safe, then please contact our helpful and friendly sales team.

Wanting to keep your valuables safe at home when heading  abroad?
Wanting to keep your valuables safe at home when heading abroad?

Due to the Covid Pandemic, travelling abroad has become a challenge, with numerous requirements to leave and enter a country. This stopped many people travelling due to the high-risk factors.

The requirements have now been simplified in 2022 and there has been a significant increase in people travelling abroad. It is vital to ensure your valuables are secure whilst leaving your home unattended for a few weeks whilst on holiday

There has been a number of high-profile jewellery thefts recently, Tamara Ecclestone and Molly Mae Hague were both victims of high value jewellery theft, however, it is not always about the financial value of items stolen but the sentimental value of pieces of jewellery which can not be replaced.

You may be unaware that the value of your jewellery and especially watches has increased in recent months, but you could suffer a significant financial loss, or even a rejected insurance claim, if these items are stolen. You must check the value of your possessions, ensure you are insured correctly and keep them in a safe when leaving your home unattended.


Top tips for making the most of a home safe

Avoid buying a cheap safe

Cheap safes are often made from low quality materials. SimplySafes offers a full range of top-quality safes, which will last longer, be more durable and in turn reducing potential repairs or a replacement safe.

Installing your safe properly

Ensuring your safe has been installed properly is vital, if secured to the floor or wall, will significantly make it a lot more difficult to remove the safe. At SimplySafes we offer a professional full installation service.

The storage conditions

Find a suitable place to secure your safe and avoid humid rooms. keeping them in a cool dry area is ideal. It is advisable to install the safe out of sight.

At SimplySafes we have a fantastic range of safes suited for jewellery, watches, and other valuable items to help protect your precious possessions.


Jewellery Safes

At SimplySafes, our range comes in a variety of different sizes to protect your valuables such as watches, electronic gadgets, and jewellery. All our safes are currently available for immediate delivery just in time for your travels.

Direct personal advice, please contact 0800 026 2677 or email [email protected]

  • Professional full-service installation
  • Delivered well protected
  • Wide choice of certified safes

Our Recommended Jewellery Safes for your Home

Phoenix Fortress Pro SS1441E High Security Fireproof SafePhoenix Fortress Pro SS1441E

  • Cash Rating £4,000 / valuables rating £40,000
  • 60 minutes fire protection for paper
  • High security digital electronic lock
  • AiS insurance and Secured by Design – Police Approved
  • 1 pull out shelf included
  • Cannot be anchored to the back wall

View the Phoenix Fortress Pro SS1441E on our website


Burton Ignis S2 Size 3E Fireproof Security Home Safe

  • Certified by ECB.S class S2 according to EN 14450Burton Ignis S2 Size 3E
  • 60 minutes fire protection for paper
  • Cash rating £4,000 / valuables rating £40,000
  • Live steel locking bolts
  • Removable tray included
  • Removable shelf included
  • Cannot be anchored to the wall

View the Burton Ignis S2 Size 3E on our website


Phoenix Next Luxury Safe LS7003FB - Black

  • Certified by ECB.S class S2 according to EN 14450Phoenix Next Luxury Safe LS7003FB - Black
  • Modern and stylish design
  • Cash rating £3,000 / valuables rating £30,000
  • High security digital electronic with fingerprint recognition
  • 60 minutes fire protection for paper documents
  • Fitted with luxury wooden drawers
  • Available in different finishes
  • Fully lined base to protect valuables
  • Can be bolted down to the base for added security
  • Cannot be anchored to the back wall

View the Phoenix Next Luxury Safe LS7003FB - Black on our website


Chubbsafes DuoGuard Grade 1-150K High Security and Fireproof Safe

  • Certified by ECB.S class S2 according to EN 14450Chubbsafes DuoGuard Grade 1-150K
  • Certified Eurograde 1
  • 60 minutes fire protection/li>
  • Fitted with anti-drilling plates
  • 2 removable shelves included
  • Cash Rating - £10,000 / Valuables Rating £100,000
  • Cannot be anchored to the wall

View the Chubbsafes DuoGuard Grade 1-150K on our website


What kind of home alarm should I get to protect my family?
What kind of home alarm should I get to protect my family?

Alarm systems are usually purchased as a result of a burglary or burglaries in your area. There is a wide choice of home security options available. This buying guide is to help you make an informed decision as to which type would suit you best.

At Simply Safes, we understand there are a lot of companies who will sell and install an alarm for you. In our experience, these companies often charge a subscription fee and will try to sign you into a maintenance contract. We have even heard of customers being charged for a call out to fix an alarm with a fault.

Our alarms are DIY friendly and have no monthly fees attached to them. We can even arrange a professional alarm installer for you if required, for added peace of mind.

Should I get a wired or wireless solution?

Wired alarms used to be the only option if you wanted a burglar alarm system. Technology has moved on considerably meaning you now do not need to run wires to all parts of your home. Our range of DIY alarms are all wireless alarms are easy to install. Some models have a smartphone app, which means you can control your alarm and receive notifications. Others just connect to your landline and are ideal for the older generation or those who do not have a good mobile signal.

It is a common misconception that customers worry about a wireless system being hacked. All the sensors use a unique ID to communicate with each other. These are the length of 4 mobile telephone numbers.

Shall I choose a smart alarm or another option?

If you opt for a smart alarm, this will connect with your Wi-Fi at home. It will also have the benefit of over the air updates as and when new features are introduced. Choosing a smart alarm might not be the best solution for everyone, so the alternative types of alarms are:

  • Telecommunicating alarm - which will use your landline to alert you
  • Dual communicating alarm - which you plug into a landline and also fit a SIM card

You can also fit a SIM card as a backup method into all our smart alarms. Ultimately your choice will hinge on how reliable the Wi-Fi is at your property and the mobile phone signal in your area.

Can I get notifications sent to my mobile phone?

Most models will send push notifications to your smartphone. The only alarm systems that will not do this is the telecommunicating versions. These are connected only to your landline so they will call you in the event a sensor is triggered while the alarm is armed. If you have a SIM only or dual communicating alarm, you must ensure that you have credit to receive the notifications.

Mobile phone signal in my area is not good, what are my options?

If you do not have a good mobile signal at your property, we would suggest you consider a system that uses a landline. This is more likely to give you better reliability of alerts.

Another alternative is to choose a smart alarm that connects to your Wi-Fi. In this instance you would not receive alerts in the event your broadband is not working.

The walls in my property are quite thick or have foil for insulation, will this cause a problem?

If you have thick walls, foil insulation or have several walls on the route to different sensors then you have a couple of options. In this instance you could choose an alarm system that has a range extender sensor in it, this will boost the signal quite significantly.

You may however, have to opt for a wired solution to prevent issues such as a sensor not alerting you at all or delays in the alert.

What other accessories would make my system better all round?

Typically home alarm systems used to just feature a door/window sensor and PIR motion detectors. As technology has advanced, other useful sensors have been introduced to offer you greater peace of mind. These include a smoke alarm to alert you in the event of a fire and a water detector. We at Simply Safes feel a water sensor is very useful as they can be placed in various locations such as behind a washing machine, under a sink or in a boiler cupboard. This will give you more advanced warning of a leak that could save you potentially thousands of pounds of money in damages.

I live in an apartment, am I allowed to put a siren box outside?

By law, if you own a flat or apartment then you are not allowed to place a siren intruder alarm outside. All our alarms feature control panels that internal sirens, on most of these models you can adjust the volume.

All the sensors in the kit look quite tricky, how difficult are they to install?

Usually in an entry level alarm kit you will find there are the following sensors:

  • Door or window sensor
  • PIR motion sensor
  • Siren box

These are all fairly straightforward to install if you are competent at DIY. To install a door or window sensor is really easy. There is 3M sticky tape on the rear which you peel off and fit. The motion sensor can also be secured with 3M adhesive tape, however it is best secured to a wall using the bracket supplied. This is a fairly simple process of drilling two holes and using the screws and rawl plugs included. Perhaps the most tricky sensor from the list is a siren box because you will need a ladder and a head for heights to secure it to the outside of your property. Other than that, you're one step closer to having a secure smart home.

I live in a large property and want to also protect an outbuilding, is this possible?

To help you protect your property you can add up to 50 sensors on most of the alarms that we sell. This gives you complete flexibility to customise the system around your needs. If you have a garden shed or outbuilding such as a barn then you may require a range extender sensor. This will boost the signal to 300 metres and is available with selected ranges.

Will the motion sensors work at night and will they detect pets?

Yes, sensors are designed to work in all kinds of light and are primarily there to detect movement. Some motion sensors are pet friendly up to 25kg which is a cocker spaniel size, but not all ranges are so ensure you check this before purchasing.

Can I subscribe to Police response?

Our range of DIY alarms can not be connected to a monitoring service, should you require this type of alarm you will need to have a professional range that is installed by a registered alarm engineer. This will of course be reflected in the cost and you might be limited in functionality compared to the DIY range we offer.

Will the alarm system link to a video doorbell?

The ERA Homeguard Pro alarm kits and the ERA Doorcam will eventually be under one smartphone app, currently they are separate. ERA also have an internal wireless camera that is integrated into the Homeguard app.

Our summary

As with most products, the kind of alarm system that will suit one customer might not suit another. Rest assured though, that we have a system to help you protect your home better.

We hope that this buying guide has helped you to understand the types of alarms that are available on the market better and how you can add additional sensors to suit your property.

Should you require any further assistance to help you make a choice then please do not hesitate to contact one of our friendly sales team.

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