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File Cabinet Lock Replacement in Metro Detroit

Lost keys or a jammed cabinet? We open, replace, and rekey file cabinet locks—same-day for offices, clinics, schools, and retail.

Protect sensitive documents and restore access quickly. Our mobile techs perform non-destructive openings (when possible), install new cam/wafer locks, and can key multiple cabinets alike for managers. Service across Oakland, Wayne & Macomb.

Call (313) 889-3266

  • Non-destructive entry & on-site replacement
  • Keying-alike & rekey options available
  • Licensed & insured · 5-Year Warranty
Technician replacing a file cabinet lock in a Detroit office

What We Service

  • Vertical & lateral file cabinets (2–5 drawer)
  • Desk drawers & pedestals
  • Storage & supply cabinets, mail units
  • Common lock types: cam & wafer cylinders (various tailpieces/offsets)
  • Keying options: single cabinet, keyed-alike sets, or rekeyed to your plan

We stock common sizes/components for same-day fits on most office furniture lines.

Replacement & Rekey Process

  1. Verify & Quote: Confirm ownership/authorization; provide an upfront estimate.
  2. Open (If Locked): Perform non-destructive entry techniques whenever possible.
  3. Match & Install: Fit correct cam/retainer and cylinder length/offset for smooth latch operation.
  4. Keying: Rekey to a new code, key multiple units alike, or align with a master plan when compatible.
  5. Test & Label: Function test, label key sets, and advise on key control and spares.

When to Replace a File Cabinet Lock

  • Lost, stolen, or unreturned keys (employee turnover)
  • Broken key or jammed cylinder
  • Upgrading key control (managers-only access)
  • Keying multiple cabinets alike for convenience
  • Aligning with a master key or key-record system (when hardware allows)

Coverage Area

Detroit, Southfield, Troy, Novi, Royal Oak, Farmington Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, West Bloomfield, Oak Park, Pontiac, Auburn Hills, Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, Shelby Township, Macomb Township, Dearborn, Livonia, Canton, Westland, Taylor, Dearborn Heights, Allen Park, Lincoln Park, Wyandotte, Garden City, Inkster, St. Clair Shores, Fraser, Eastpointe, Roseville, Harrison Township, Mount Clemens, and nearby.

FAQs

Can you replace a file cabinet lock without the original key?

Yes. We can open the cabinet non-destructively in most cases, then replace or rekey the lock and provide new keys.

Do you stock common cabinet lock sizes?

We carry common cam and wafer locks, tailpieces, and retainers, allowing many replacements to be done the same day.

Can you key several cabinets alike?

Yes. We can key multiple cabinets to one code for simplified access control.

Do you service desk drawers and storage cabinets?

We handle drawers, pedestals, storage cabinets, and business mail units as well as standard file cabinets.

What does it cost?

Pricing depends on the cabinet type, whether it is locked, quantity of units, and keying requirements. You’ll get a clear quote before work begins.

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