How to Install and Bury And Seal Your Hidden Safe the Right Way
How to Install the Cap
Putting the cap on your HomeEarth Safe is quick and straightforward. This small step helps ensure a snug, weather-resistant seal every time.
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Set the cap on top of the safe so it rests naturally in place.
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Rotate the cap COUNTER-CLOCKWISE until you feel it gently “drop” into position when it aligns correctly.
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Turn the cap CLOCKWISE until it’s fully tightened against both O-rings for a secure, protective seal.
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Like any threaded product, AVOIND FORCING IT. If you feel resistance, simply back it off and try again. This prevents cross-threading and keeps everything working smoothly.
This process helps maintain the long-term performance of the safe and ensures you get the best possible protection.
Quick Tip: Hand-tighten the cap until it seals firmly on the lower O-ring. Only a small part of the lower O-ring may be visible. No tools required.
If you’re viewing this from the QR code—welcome! You’re just a few seconds away from having your safe fully sealed and ready for use.
Installation — 8–10″ of Cover
Most users bury the vault with 8-10 inches of soil covering the safe — hidden yet easy to access.
Simple Quick-Access Installation Tip
Optional Setup for Frequent, Quick, and Discreet Removal
If you plan to lift the safe out often, the 2 images above show an easy method to make removal smoother. This is completely optional—the safe works as intended even without this setup. The safe on the left is in a PVC sleeve and the safe on the right is in a pressure treated lumber sleeve.
Materials (not included):
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10" diameter × 24" long PVC pipe
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Threaded PVC cap
How to Prepare the Pipe:
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Cut the pipe to roughly 24" in length.
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Place it vertically in your chosen spot.
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Backfill around the outside of the pipe to keep it secure.
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Place the cap on the pipe and backfill with dirt.
Helpful Tip:
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While PVC makes frequent access simple, it’s not required.
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Some customers have shared success with a basic square enclosure built from treated 2×10 lumber. Add a simple lid and cover with soil and you’ll have a similar “vault-style” opening that also allows quick access when needed.
Tips For Packing Items In Your Safe
Step 1: Pack Your Items the Right Way
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Keep everything completely dry before sealing.
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Place documents or cash in archival-quality or high-quality zip-seal bags or food containers, especially paper or currency.
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Add silica-gel moisture-absorbing packs inside each bag and inside the safe.
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For gold or silver, if desired, use separate small pouches or anti-tarnish bags.
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Electronics (like thumb drives) should be packed in anti-static bags with desiccant added inside.
Best
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If possible, use heat-sealed food-grade bags for the best long term protection.
Step 3: Bury in the Right Spot
- Pick a stable location way from flooding or pooling water.
- Bury with about 8-10 inches of cover for easy access, or deeper for extra security.
- For quick removal, insert a 24-inch long PVC pipe (as shown above) with a threaded cap into the ground first, backfill with dirt around it, then place the safe inside and cap it. Just remove a little soil to uncover the cap later when needed — simple and discreet.
Step 4: Mark and Maintain
- Record the location privately (GPS or a small map).
- Leave it undisturbed until needed; the HomeEarth Safe is designed for long-term underground security.
Tip: In humid or coastal climates, use extra desiccants and sealants. In cold regions, bury below the frost line for best results.
Your valuables deserve more than a drawer or box — protect them with a Hidden Safe built for true self-reliance and long-term security.