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Why wait until it’s too late

June 6, 2018/in Safes/by Paul O'Hara

Why wait until it’s too late. Unfortunately it’s a simple reality that people often only consider buying a safe for their home or office after a burglary; and by then you’ve already lost your valuables, cash and in many cases priceless heirlooms. In the case of a business this can also cause a devastating disruption in your daily operations and costs you even more in lost revenue. Then there’s the insurance claim and the stress of dealing with your Insurance Company which can be even more painful than the burglary itself.

After a burglary, your insurance company will often insist on a safe being purchased that is certified to an adequate amount to cover what you lost in the burglary and any future acquisitions. This takes the decision on the type of safe out of your hands as the insurance company will only be satisfied with a safe of equal or increased cash rating.

Habitual burglars are wise to all the “brilliant” hiding places you have thought of in your home. If you’ve thought of it, you can guarantee, so have they. They are also very savvy when it comes to breaking into homes equipped with an alarm system, because of this, when they do break in, they are often after the easily pocketed items. The days of the TV and DVD being taken are now mostly history. Easily sold items, rings, watches, jewellery, phones and tablets are now the norm. A huge increase in the theft of gold jewellery is continuing to grow amongst most communities especially the Asian community. When items are left lying around or in locked drawers they are easy pickings for the thief.

Depending on where you’ve decided to conceal your safe in the house an intruder may not even be aware there’s a safe to find. However, if they do come across a safe they now have a huge obstacle in their way. Burglars are predominantly “in and out” types. They don’t have time to try and penetrate a safe unless it’s nothing more than a cheap tin box that you’ve purchased off the shelf at your local hardware store in which case they’ll just take it with them.

When it comes time for you to purchase a safe, first contact your insurance company to find out what their minimum requirements are for insuring the contents you plan to put inside. Then I suggest you contact a reputable Safes Company so you can speak to a knowledgeable and experienced expert versus someone who’s nothing more than a merchandiser or customer service rep., in your local box store. Good advice from an Industry expert will not only save you a lot of time but should also give you peace of mind.

February Blues

February 5, 2018/in Safes/by Paul O'Hara

As February rolls around each year, while others post on social media about how much fun they’re having enjoying the outdoors; be it skiing, snowmobiling or building snowmen, I think, just kill me. Please let spring come soon. Throughout the winter, I struggle with a vague despondency, but in December, the holidays keep me occupied and excited, and in January, there is still the warmth of the holiday season just past. Then comes February, bleak gray days, freezing cold weather and crappy driving conditions which send me into a hopeless state that lasts right until the first spring flower blooms in March.

As the month drags on, I seem to have less energy and desire to do much of anything. Everything requires extra effort—going to the gym, walking the dog, concentrating on projects and even doing the simplest of chores. Although an early riser I find myself sleeping later and later, and once I’m up, I find it difficult to stay awake. I have endless thoughts that are dismal and depressing. I think about life and death way too much, about war and terrorism and the collective failings of mankind. I worry about my financial future and health, about the health and well-being of those I love. It seems as though everything in our world is going to hell.

I call this winter depression and I’ve had it for as long as I can remember, over the years my doctor has suggested taking antidepressants and while I know they can be very effective and life-giving to people who have more serious, prolonged periods of depression, I want to avoid medication if I can. While I may one day change my mind, I believe that, for me, for now, the better choice is to ride out the winter months, knowing that come mid-March, I will rise from bed one morning, instantly and inexplicably invigorated.

Depression of any kind is a terrible illness and not only affects you but all those around you. It is time for change, no more feeling sorry for ourselves, it’s time to take the bull by the horns and fight back, if not for yourself, then for all those around you.