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Can I Install My Safe on the Second Story? | Northwest Safe

Can I Install My Safe on the Second Story?


David Ballestrasse

Hands down, one of the most common questions we get is, “Can I install a safe on the second floor of my home?”

The short answer is yes. It’s your choice where your safe is installed. Our delivery team can and has installed safes on the second story of homes and office buildings. Your safe could also be installed on the third story, fifth story or tenth story. 

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How to Transfer Firearms & Ammunition Across State Lines

How to Transfer Firearms & Ammunition Across State Lines


Kael Johnson
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How to Move a Gun Safe | Northwest Safe

How to Move a Gun Safe


Mikaela Judd

Moving’s a pain in the butt. Moving a gun safe is just darn ridiculous, especially when it weighs 2,000-ish pounds. Luckily, with the right expertise and tools, your safe can be safely moved and installed.

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Curbside vs. Full-Service Safe Delivery & Installation | Northwest Safe

Curbside vs. Full-Service Safe Delivery & Installation


Mikaela Judd

Many big box stores only offer curbside delivery. In theory, this can seem like a really affordable option. After all, a few buddies, a case of beer, and a heavy-duty project is a great combination — right?

When you’re dealing with a safe that weighs a few hundred pounds, this may be the case. But the brass meets the brawn when it comes to maneuvering and installing a thousand+ pound steel box. Without the right skills and tools, it’s highly likely you’re going to find yourself scratching your head — whether you’re a big strapping man or a wife and mom (like me).

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Which Gun Safe Should I Put in My Garage? | Northwest Safe

Which Gun Safe Should I Put in My Garage?


David Ballestrasse
Gun safes can be installed virtually anywhere. Available in a wide range of sizes, weights and styles — you might consider placing one in a closet, bedroom, behind a curtain or in a den. However, one of the most popular places to install a gun safe is in the garage.
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Can You Put a Gun Safe in the Garage? | Northwest Safe

Can You Put a Gun Safe in the Garage?


Cristian Serrano
Popular wisdom says that you shouldn’t install a gun safe in a garage — especially an unheated garage. And popular wisdom is sometimes right. But with the right precautions and maintenance, you can most certainly install a gun safe in the garage. 
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Clean and Professional Gun Safe Delivery Service | Northwest Safe

Clean and Professional Gun Safe Delivery Service


Kael Johnson
We deliver safes to homes and businesses throughout the Pacific Northwest. This includes both the greater Seattle and Portland area. Many gun safe dealers only deliver within certain zip codes. And, most only offer curbside delivery. 
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