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Everyone loves “a good heist movie” – and while it’s entertaining to watch the “Ocean’s Eleven” crew break into an elaborate casino vault; or Stella from “The Italian Job” crack a safe filled with 35 million dollars in gold bars – in reality,  we all want a safe that keeps our possessions protected. Whether filled with pricey valuables, important documents,…

YES – it’s a twist on an old proverb but nonetheless TRUE!   As professional locksmiths in Chevy Chase, MD, we’ve learned a thing or two about intruders and what they look for when targeting homes. So, whether you are preparing for an extended seasonal vacation, a week-long trip; or just a short two-day getaway, here are a few tips to…

For most people, their home is the most valuable asset they own. It is your base, your home turf, and it represents years of continued hard work. The same could be said about your personal office. Unfortunately, these things are large and vulnerable to damage from a variety of sources. The most common cause of damage to a home or…

Have you ever gone to have a key made and found that it doesn’t fit quite correctly in your lock? Small protrusions or divots can cause a key to fit poorly or not at all. Quick key machines at your local retail store may have a tendency to leave defects in keys at your expense. But where can you get…