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Carl Zipf Lock Shop

Locksmiths

About us

Carl Zipf Lock Shop Inc. has been a family owned and operated business since 1911. Our goal is to supply the needs of the Columbus community with security and protection to ensure their safety. We operate a complete and extensive lock and key shop that can meet your every need. We also have hard to find items. We have experienced and trained personnel ready to meet your needs and find a solution to your locksmithing problems. We serve residential, commercial and industrial customers

Business highlights

113 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Commercial & residential. Locksmith. Key duplication.

Services we don't offer

Automotive lockout service. Residential after hours service.


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.886 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
7%
3
1%
2
2%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 76-86 of 86 reviews

HELENE C.
10/2006
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
Reliable and do a good job.
Description of Work: Changed all the house locks.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$196

JAMES S.
06/2006
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Single key service for home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40

Kristi D.
04/2006
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
GREAT.
Description of Work: REPLACED LOCKS ON 3 DOORS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

JO J.
03/2006
4.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Called for pricing on rental and when work could be performed. Have used them before, always with great results. Decided to go with another Angie's list company only due to price.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

WALTER B B.
12/2004
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: CHECKED DOOR LOCKS ON OUR RESIDENT HOUSE. CHANGED THE CYLINDER OF ONE DOOR LOCK THAT DID NOT HAVE A KEY. KEYED IT TO BE THE SAME AS THE FRONT DOOR LOCK.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$85

Martha M.
04/2004
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: 1. LOCK SET REPAIR. 2. INSTALL DEADBOLT ON BASEMENT.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$157

ROBERT K.
09/2003
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: MADE CODE KEYS

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10

ALBERT B.
01/2003
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: CHANGED LOCKS ON FRONT & SIDE DOORS MADE NEW KEYS FOR LOCKS

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

ROOZBEH T.
09/2002
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: RE-KEY LOCKS AFTER MOVED TO NEW HOME. PLACE NEW LOCK.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Lisa M.
08/2002
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: REPAIR LOCKS ON FRONT DOOR

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

JOELLE F.
08/2002
5.0
locksmith
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: THE LOCKSMITH FREED A DOOR WHICH WAS NOT ABLE TO BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE. THE DOOR LOCK WAS STUCK IN THE LOCK MODE. THE LOCKSMITH FREED THE DOOR AND WAS ABLE TO FIX THE LOCKING MECHANISM. HE CAME OUT IMMEDIATELY WHICH OTHER COMPANIES WERE NOT ABLE TO COME OUT FOR AT LEAST TWO DAYS!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Contact information

161 E Fifth Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

www.carlzipflockshop.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Licensing

Bonded
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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Service Categories

Locksmiths

FAQ

Carl Zipf Lock Shop is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Carl Zipf Lock Shop accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Carl Zipf Lock Shop does not offer free project estimates.
No, Carl Zipf Lock Shop does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Carl Zipf Lock Shop does not offer a senior discount.
No, Carl Zipf Lock Shop does not offer emergency services.
No, Carl Zipf Lock Shop does not offer warranties.
Carl Zipf Lock Shop offers the following services: Commercial & residential. Locksmith. Key duplication.
Automotive lockout service. Residential after hours service.

Contact information

161 E Fifth Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

www.carlzipflockshop.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM