How secure are outdoor key safes?
Leaving a key under a doormat or a plant pot is no longer a
safe and secure way to give someone access to your property. An outdoor key
safe allows you to give access to your home to anyone who needs it, whilst
ensuring it remains secure and protected at all times.
What is an outdoor key safe?
An outdoor key safe is a strong, metal safe where you can store the key to your property.
Outdoor key safes provide a safe place to store a set of keys outside your home or business premises. The safe is usually accessed using a combination lock, meaning the key can be accessed by anyone with the code. The code can be change remotely with smart code lock for short term and air bnb and you can also have a log of when the smart key safe has been opened.
How secure is an outdoor key safe?
Outdoor key safes are secure as long as they are set up and used properly.
Itās also worth noting that the more potential code combinations the key safe offers, the more secure it will be. In addition to this, the longer the code, the harder it will be to guess, so always choose one that is longer than 4 or 5 digits if your key safe allows. Key safes should not be installed next to the door. The key safe needs to be in a hidden place but accessible still.
With most key safes, the access code can be reset whenever the key safe is open. Changing it regularly helps maintain security while ensuring only your chosen individuals have access. If you have any reason to suspect your code has been compromised, always change it immediately. This is the biggest advantage of smart key safe.
Should I have an outdoor key safe?
A safer alternative than leaving a key under the door mat or a plant pot, an outdoor key safe is a good solution if you need to leave spare keys outside so that people can easily gain access to your property.
As well as providing a backup in case someone in the household loses their keys or gets locked out, they are also useful for guest houses and Airbnbās, as well as those who need to give access to support workers or carers.
Outdoor key safes can be particularly reassuring for older residents or those with disabilities, who want to know that a friend or loved one can gain access to the property if they suddenly become ill or are injured in an accident.
Finally, in the event of a fire at your home, a key box will allow firefighters to access your property much more quickly if you are unable to let them in.
What type of outdoor key safe should I have?
There are different types of outdoor key safes and the best one for you will depend on who you want to have access to the keys, how many keys you want to store, and your budget.
Key safes range from steel cabinets, to designs with reinforced walls and electronic locks.
Types of outdoor key safe include:
Ā· Three and four wheel combination key safes
Ā· Push button key safes
Ā· Digital Bluetooth enabled key safes
Ā· Smart key safe
Some outdoor key safes are designed to store one key, while others have enough storage space for multiple keys.
What is the best
location for an outdoor key safe?
The most important thing to remember is not to put your outdoor key safe somewhere on show. Install it somewhere out of sight, where it will not be visible to anyone passing the property.
Look for a location that:
Ā· Canāt be seen from the road
Ā· Is not at eye level
Ā· Is not easily identifiable as being a key safe
Ā· Is not near the door that the key operates
Ā· Will allow you to operate the safe in the dark
Smart Choice Security is one of the UKās leading specialists in home security. We have a wealth of experience in the provision and installation of outdoor key safes. We offer home protection with friendly, reliable support.
Browse our range of key cabinets here and, if you have any questions, get in touch by emailing info@smartchoicesecurity.co.uk or calling us on 0333 305 2967.