File Cabinet Unlock & Rekey in Northern Virginia & DC
National Lock & Key unlocks and rekeys office file cabinets across Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. Whether the key is lost or broken, the latch is jammed, or the lock is worn out, we get you back into your files without damaging the cabinet. Licensed since 2012.
✓ Licensed & insured | ✓ Upfront pricing | ✓ Since 2012
What Is File Cabinet Unlocking and Rekeying?
File cabinet unlocking and rekeying services restore access when the key is lost or broken, the latch is jammed, or the lock is damaged. File cabinets hold confidential files, client and employee records, and other documents a business can't afford to lose or leave exposed. We repair the lock, make new keys and spare copies, or replace the lock when it's worn out, and we choose the technique that opens the cabinet without causing damage.
A file cabinet that won't open can disrupt your business, especially when you need important documents right away. Business owners and managers call us when a cabinet lock stops working, and our technicians repair different types of cabinet locks to restore access, whatever the size of the problem.
What Our File Cabinet Unlock & Rekey Service Includes
Unlocking and rekeying — Restoring access to file cabinets with a jammed latch, a damaged lock, or a missing or broken key
Lost or broken keys — New keys and spare copies when the original keys are lost or misplaced
Lock repair — Repairing damaged or malfunctioning cabinet locks to restore access
File cabinet lock replacement — Replacing locks that are old, worn out, or jammed, or after a break-in attempt, without damaging the cabinet
Damage-free opening — Choosing the technique that fits the situation and opens the cabinet without causing damage.
Why Trust
National Lock & Key
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✓ Locally owned & operated
No call centers, no outsourcing
✓ Upfront pricing
You know the cost before we start
✓ Licensed & insured since 2012
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Serving Northern Virginia & DC
We serve Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. — including Aldie, Alexandria, Arlington, Ashburn, Centreville, Chantilly, Fairfax, Falls Church, Gainesville, Great Falls, Herndon, Manassas, McLean, Reston, South Riding, and Sterling.
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What Our Customers Are Saying
Frequently Asked Questions
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We can unlock the cabinet and make new keys and spare copies, so you get back to your documents and have keys on hand. Tell us what happened when you call, whether the key is lost, broken, or the lock is jammed, and we'll explain what to expect before we arrive.
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Yes. Our locksmiths know several techniques for opening file cabinets, and we choose the one that fits the situation so the cabinet isn't damaged. Cabinets with a jammed latch or a damaged lock are things we handle regularly.
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Replacement makes sense when the lock is old, worn out, or jammed, when the keys are lost or stolen, or after a break-in attempt. We replace the lock without damaging the cabinet. If the factory lock isn't secure enough for your files, we can replace it with a more durable one.
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We serve Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. Call us with your address and we'll check availability for your location.
File cabinet locked and you can't get in?
Call us to check availability. We serve Northern Virginia and DC.
Mon–Fri 8:30am–6pm · Sat 9am–2pm
Last updated: October 2026