Help and advice

The questions we get asked most

Delivery, installation, fire ratings, warranties and where to find your serial number. If your question is not answered here, email us at info@safesonline.ie or call the Dublin team on 086 898 5489 and a person will get back to you.

01Delivery and installation

Do you deliver nationwide?

Yes. We provide free doorstep delivery nationwide across Ireland and Northern Ireland, on every safe we sell. There is no delivery charge added at checkout.

How long does delivery take?

We contact you as soon as your order is placed. Once your order is in stock, delivery usually takes 5 to 10 working days.

Do you install safes?

Yes, on request. We quote based on the size and weight of the safe, and whether there are flights of stairs or other obstacles where you want it placed. Get in touch and we will price it for you.

Is there someone I can speak to for advice?

Yes. Email info@safesonline.ie or fill in our contact form and we will call you back. We are here to help, and we would rather you asked first than bought the wrong safe.

02Choosing the right safe

What is the difference between a fire safe and a data safe?

Paper and data are damaged at very different temperatures. Paper combusts at around 177°C, while data begins to corrupt at just 52°C. Magnetic storage media are sensitive and easily damaged by heat or humidity.

Manufacturers advise that stored data should never exceed 52°C or 85% humidity. A fire safe is built around the temperature at which paper burns, so it is not suitable for protecting data. A data safe also holds humidity below 85% to prevent moisture damage.

How is the cash rating of a safe determined?

Cash ratings are based on door and wall thickness, the quality of the lock and the standard of construction. High security graded safes are built to the construction standard required by their grade, so the higher the grade, the higher the cash rating.

Ratings are the manufacturer’s suggestion and are approximate. They can vary by location and conditions, and they are not a guarantee of insurance cover. Always confirm the rating you need with your own insurer or underwriter before you buy.

03Warranty and your safe

Do you supply a guarantee with each safe?

Yes. Every safe comes with the manufacturer’s 12 or 24 month guarantee.

What is the warranty period of a Phoenix safe?

Warranties vary by range and are listed on each product page. All Phoenix fire resistant products carry a free lifetime after the fire replacement warranty, plus a full 2 year onsite materials and labour warranty.

Where is the serial number on my safe?

Serial numbers are generally on the outside of the safe, usually on the left side or in the top right corner, on a silver or white sticker.

Where is the model or series number located?

Model and series numbers are usually on the front of the safe, on the fascia near the lock.

Still not sure which safe you need?

Tell us what you are protecting and where it has to sit. We will point you at the right one, even if it costs less than the one you were looking at.