Fall River, MA
Mailbox & Cabinet Locks
Small Locks, Fixed Fast.
Apartment mailbox, file cabinet, desk and drawer locks replaced or rekeyed when keys go missing or tenants change.
Mailbox and cabinet locks in Fall River, MA
Mailbox and cabinet lock service in Fall River, MA replaces or rekeys apartment mailbox compartment locks, file cabinet, desk and drawer locks when keys are lost or tenants and staff change. Several cam locks can be keyed alike. The carrier’s master lock on a cluster mailbox belongs to the Postal Service and is not changed. Pricing is quoted on request.
01 /Common requests
When do mailbox and cabinet locks need attention?
Small locks, frequent requests.
02 /How it works
How are mailbox and cabinet locks replaced?
Most of these are small cam or plunger locks with a standard fit.
Tenant mailbox locks
The compartment lock is replaced with a new lock and keys. Owners or managers usually handle this, not the post office.
File cabinet locks
Plunger locks are opened, then replaced or rekeyed. A locked cabinet can usually be opened without damaging it.
Desk and drawer locks
Cam locks are replaced with matching sizes, and can be keyed alike across furniture.
Keyed alike
One key for several cabinets, or each tenant’s mailbox key matched to their unit key where hardware allows.
03 /The process
How a mailbox or cabinet lock visit works
Call or Request Service
Tell us what is locked, broken or lost, where you are, and how soon you need help. Add a photo of the lock if you can.
Price Quoted & Approved
You hear the price range and what affects it. Availability is confirmed before anyone is dispatched. Nothing starts until you say yes.
ID Check, Then the Work
For lockouts, proof of residence or ownership is checked first. Then the lock is opened, rekeyed, repaired or installed.
Test, Hand Over Keys, Pay
Every lock and key is tested with you there. You get your new keys, then you pay for the work you approved.
04 /Pricing
How much does a mailbox or cabinet lock cost?
Quoted on request. Price depends on the number of locks, the lock type and whether a locked cabinet must be opened first.
| Service | Typical job | Estimated price range |
|---|---|---|
| Standard service call | Trip and first diagnosis | $50–$100Estimated range |
| Lock rekeying | Per lock, new keys included | $55–$145 per lockEstimated range |
| Mailbox compartment lock | Per lock, keys included | Quoted on request |
| File cabinet or desk lock | Open, replace or rekey | Quoted on request |
These are estimated market ranges, not confirmed 508locksmith prices. Actual costs depend on location, service complexity, labor, materials, and emergency availability. Final quotes must be confirmed by the service provider. Last updated: November 2026.
05 /Who is responsible?
Who replaces an apartment mailbox lock?
Responsibility depends on which lock it is.
| Lock | Who handles it |
|---|---|
| Tenant compartment lock (cluster or wall-mounted mailbox) | The property owner or manager, usually using a locksmith |
| Carrier master lock (opens the whole panel for the mail carrier) | The U.S. Postal Service only |
| Single private mailbox at a house | The homeowner |
| Parcel locker in an apartment building | Depends on who installed it; often the owner or a vendor |
Tenants: ask your landlord or property manager first. Many buildings handle mailbox lock changes at turnover.
06 /Fall River & the South Coast
Mailbox locks in Fall River multi-families
Fall River’s two- and three-family houses and apartment buildings often have a bank of mailboxes in the front entry. A tenant who moves out with the mailbox key is one of the most common reasons owners call.
Changing the mailbox lock at the same time as rekeying the unit keeps turnover simple: one visit, one invoice, a full set of new keys for the new tenant.
Offices in mill buildings and downtown often have older file cabinets with long-lost keys. These can usually be opened and fitted with new locks.
Before the visit
07 /FAQ
Mailbox & Cabinet Locks questions
Call (508) 816-1101 during service hours (Mon–Sat 8:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sunday by appointment).
Request service
Request mailbox or cabinet lock service
Tell us how many locks and what type. A local locksmith confirms the price and a time.
Request service
Takes about a minute. Fields marked * are required.
Request received
Thank you — we’ll call you back to confirm availability and your appointment.
Locked out right now? Call (508) 816-1101.
Next step
Need new mailbox or cabinet keys?
Call or request service online. You hear the price range first, availability is confirmed before dispatch, and nothing starts until you approve it.
Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sunday by appointment(508) 816-1101
Up-front pricing · Your approval before work begins · Online requests accepted any time