The holiday season brings joy, family gatherings, and unfortunately, a significant spike in home burglaries. According to FBI crime statistics, burglaries increase by up to 20% during November and December. With packages piling up on doorsteps, homes left empty during travel, and valuables like jewelry and electronics being purchased as gifts, your home becomes a more attractive target for thieves.
At Dean Safe, we believe the best gift you can give your family is peace of mind. Here's how to protect your home and valuables this holiday season.
Why Home Security Matters More During the Holidays
The statistics are sobering. The most common days for home burglaries are between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day, with break-ins peaking between 10 AM and 3 PM when most people are at work or out shopping. Burglars know that homes are likely to contain new electronics, jewelry, cash, and gift cards during this time.
Even more concerning: the average burglary takes just 8-12 minutes, and thieves know exactly where to look—master bedrooms, home offices, and closets are their first stops.
The Right Safe for Your Holiday Security Needs
Not all safes are created equal, and choosing the right one depends on what you're protecting. Here are our top recommendations based on specific scenarios:
🔫 For Firearms: Stealth Premier 36 Gun Safe
If you're a gun owner, the holidays present unique challenges. With more visitors in your home and potential travel plans, securing your firearms is critical. The Stealth Premier 36 Gun Safe offers exceptional security with its 12-gauge steel construction and fire protection, keeping your collection safe whether you're home or away.
Key Features: 60-minute fire rating, 12-gauge steel body, holds up to 36 long guns, electronic lock with backup key
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💎 For Jewelry and Important Documents: Browning ProSteel Deluxe Home Safes
Holiday jewelry—whether heirlooms worn to parties or new pieces purchased as gifts—needs proper protection. Our Browning ProSteel Deluxe home safes provide the perfect combination of security and accessibility. These safes also protect passports, deeds, and other critical documents you'll need if you're traveling during the holidays.
Available Sizes:
- Browning ProSteel Deluxe 10 - Compact protection
- Browning ProSteel Deluxe 14 - Mid-size security
- Browning ProSteel Deluxe 19 - Maximum capacity
🏠 For Quick-Access Protection: Stealth Essential Home Safe
Need something more compact but equally secure? The Stealth Essential Home Safe EHS4 is perfect for everyday valuables, cash, and small electronics. Its electronic lock provides quick access when you need it, while keeping opportunistic thieves out.
Perfect For: Cash, jewelry, small electronics, important documents, medications
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🔥 For Fire Protection: American Security BFII Gun Safes
The holidays also mean more cooking, candles, and electrical decorations—all increasing fire risk. Our AMSEC BFII safes offer superior fire ratings to protect your irreplaceable items from both burglary and fire damage.
Available Models:
- AMSEC BFII6024 - 24 gun capacity
- AMSEC BFII6636 - 36 gun capacity
- AMSEC BFII7250 - 50 gun capacity
Fire Rating: 2-hour protection at 1850°F
SHOP AMSEC SAFESBeyond the Safe: Complete Holiday Security Tips
While a quality safe is your best defense for valuables, here are additional steps to secure your home:
Before You Travel:
- Store all valuables, important documents, and spare cash in your safe
- Don't advertise your absence on social media
- Use timers on lights to simulate occupancy
- Hold mail and packages or have a trusted neighbor collect them
- Inform your security company if you have one
During Holiday Shopping:
- Immediately secure new purchases in your safe
- Don't leave shopping bags visible in your car
- Vary your routine when coming and going
- Keep gift receipts and serial numbers in your safe for insurance purposes
When Hosting Guests:
- Keep bedroom and office doors closed
- Store medications, jewelry, and firearms in your safe
- Be mindful of what's visible to guests and service workers
The Dean Safe Difference This Holiday Season
As Southern California's #1 choice for security solutions, we understand that every home and family has unique needs. Our team can help you select the perfect safe based on:
- What you're protecting (firearms, jewelry, documents, cash)
- Your available space and installation preferences
- Your budget and timeline
- Fire protection requirements
- Accessibility needs
Plus, with our expert installation services, your safe will be properly anchored and ready to protect your valuables before the holiday rush hits full swing.
Don't Wait Until It's Too Late
The best time to install a safe was yesterday. The second best time is today. With holiday shopping already underway and travel plans being finalized, now is the perfect moment to invest in real security for your home.
Browse our complete selection of gun safes and home safes, or contact our team for personalized recommendations. We're here to help you enjoy a secure and worry-free holiday season.
Stay safe this holiday season, and remember: the best security is the kind you put in place before you need it.
