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Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc.

Locksmith Company in Columbus, Ohio.

Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc. is a locksmith based in Columbus, OH. Its listed services include rekeying and lock installation. It has not published a license number, so ask for one and check it before any work starts.

4.6on Google · 299 reviews
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Quick Overview

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Editorial Standards

Carl Zipf Lock Shop sits at 161 East Fifth Avenue in Columbus's Italian Village, a walk-in key and lock shop that keeps weekday hours only. Google lists key copying for standard, tubular, coded, magnetic and multipoint keys, lock rekeying, lock and deadbolt hardware installation, electronic lock installation, new key fobs, car key programming and building lockouts. Customers rate it 4.6 stars from 299 Google reviews, read October 29, 2026, and 248 of those are five stars. Reviewers most often mention knowledgeable staff. The shop closes for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. and does not open on weekends, so it suits planned jobs better than late-night lockouts.

  • Best for walk-in key cutting, rekeying and lock hardware
  • Walk-in storefront at 161 East Fifth Avenue in Italian Village
  • Closed Saturday and Sunday, and shut noon to 1 p.m. on weekdays

Company Facts

Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc. at a Glance

By the numbers

Google rating
4.6out of 5
Customer reviews
299on Google

Rating and review count pulled from Google on October 29, 2026.

The work

Best for
Walk-in key cutting, rekeying and lock hardware
Primary service
Locksmith

Where

Headquarters
Columbus, OH
Service area
Columbus
Emergency service
Not advertised

Money and guarantees

Free estimates
Not advertised
Financing
Not advertised

Credentials

License number
Not published

Editorial Review

Our Take on Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc.

A real counter on East Fifth Avenue with weekday hours and a thin website. 248 five-star ratings out of 299 and a street address you can visit make it a safe pick for keys and rekeying that can wait until morning.

Best forWalk-in key cutting, rekeying and lock hardware

What We Like

  • Walk-in storefront at 161 East Fifth Avenue in Italian Village
  • 4.6 stars from 299 Google reviews, 248 of them five stars
  • Key copying for standard, tubular, coded, magnetic and multipoint keys
  • Rekeying, deadbolt and electronic lock installation listed on Google
  • Reviewers most often mention knowledgeable staff

Things to Consider

  • Closed Saturday and Sunday, and shut noon to 1 p.m. on weekdays
  • Website is one contact page with no service list, so confirm details by phone
  • No 24 hour or mobile service advertised, and 14 reviewers left one star

Customer Ratings

Google Reviews for Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc.

Customer ratings shown here come from Google. They are separate from our editorial review above.

Google rating

4.6

Based on 299 Google reviews

Review data updated October 29, 2026

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Rating Distribution

  • 5 stars83%
  • 4 stars6%
  • 3 stars5%
  • 2 stars2%
  • 1 star5%
iAbout this distribution

The distribution reflects the 299 Google reviews available when this profile's review data was last refreshed on October 29, 2026. Ratings and counts change continuously on Google, so figures here may lag the live profile slightly. We publish only the values returned by the source, never estimates for missing bands.

Editorial Standards

Recent Google Reviews

  • Holly Needham5.0

    Fast, good value and lovely customer service

    July 2026Google
  • David Zhang5.0

    I been getting my keys duplicated at Carl Zipf for a good while. The staff is always courteous, and work at a fast pace. I will keep coming back!

    July 2026Google
  • Vlado Veljanovski5.0

    Very good prompt helpful and got the job done well

    June 2026Google
  • Primal Ursa5.0

    Had some keys made and it was so fast/cheap. Any time I need anything lock or key related I will come here.

    April 2026Google
  • RV B5.0

    I had a great experience with Carl Zipf. I needed to copy a rare key, but none of the locksmith places in the area had the right type of key blanks. Carl Zipf didn't have them either, but they offered to order those rare blanks, just for me. And they did! As soon as the blanks arrived, they called me, and I got my key copied the next day. The shop is really impressive, the quality of services is superb, and the prices are very reasonable. Highly recommended!

    March 2026Google
  • Tim M5.0

    Company was able to come out same day I called. Locksmith was very professional. Price was reasonable. Was able to complete job no issues. Have used CZ in past and would definitely use them again in future. Thanks

    March 2026Google

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Ranked#4of 5 locksmiths in Columbus, OHre-checked October 2026

Editorial Ranking

Why Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc. Made Our Top 5

It holds position 4 in 5 Best Locksmiths in Columbus, OH (2026).

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What They Do

Services Offered

Areas Served

Based in Columbus, OH.

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Coverage is as the business describes it, cross-checked against where its recent documented work is. A company will often travel beyond the areas listed here for a large job and decline a small one at the same distance, so confirm your address before scheduling.

Editorial Standards

Company Background

About Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc.

Carl Zipf Lock Shop works from a storefront at 161 East Fifth Avenue in Italian Village, just north of downtown Columbus. It is a shop with a counter you can walk up to, which matters when the job is a spare key, a rekey or a hardware question rather than an emergency.

The company's own website is a single contact page with its hours and phone number, so most of what we know about the work comes from its Google profile. That profile lists key copying for standard, tubular, coded, magnetic, multipoint and car keys, lock rekeying, door lock and deadbolt hardware installation, electronic lock installation, security door locks, new key fobs, car remote and key reprogramming, door hardware repair and building lockouts. A shop that keeps key blanks and hardware on hand can often finish a copy or a repair while you wait, but call first to confirm stock for anything unusual.

The shop has 4.6 stars from 299 Google reviews, read October 29, 2026. Of those, 248 are five stars. Reviewers most often point to knowledgeable staff, and key cutting, key copying and deadbolt installation come up repeatedly. The fair counterweight is that 14 reviewers gave one star, so read the recent complaints yourself before you go.

The hours are the main limit. Carl Zipf Lock Shop opens 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, closes from noon to 1 p.m. for lunch and is shut on Saturday and Sunday. We found no 24 hour service and no mobile dispatch advertised, so a midnight lockout is not what this business is built for.

It suits renters and homeowners near downtown, the Short North and Italian Village who want keys cut, locks rekeyed or a new deadbolt fitted at a counter. It suits less well anyone who needs a technician at the door after hours.

Before you book, ask for the price in writing, ask whether the work is done in the shop or at your address, and ask about a warranty on parts and labor. Ohio has no state locksmith licence, so check that the business holds a current City of Columbus or Franklin County business licence, ask for photo ID, and keep the quote.

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Other Sources

Reputation by Source

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  • Google

    4.6/ 5

    299 customer reviews

  • TenBestFind

    Editorially reviewed

    Ranked #4 in Columbus locksmiths, October 2026

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Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc. FAQs

  • Does a locksmith in Columbus, Ohio need a licence?

    Ohio has no state locksmith licence, so the check is on the business. Ask Carl Zipf Lock Shop, or any locksmith you call, for a current City of Columbus or Franklin County business licence, photo ID at the door and a written quote before work starts. We found no licence number or credentials stated on the shop's website.

  • What are Carl Zipf Lock Shop's hours, and is it open for emergencies?

    The shop is open 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, closes from noon to 1 p.m. for lunch and is closed on Saturday and Sunday. It does not advertise 24 hour or mobile emergency service, so for a night or weekend lockout you will need another company from this list.

  • Can Carl Zipf Lock Shop copy a car key or rekey my locks?

    Google lists lock rekeying, car key copying, new key fobs and car remote and key reprogramming among its services, along with deadbolt and electronic lock installation. Call 614-299-7303 first to confirm that the shop can handle your car model or lock brand, and ask whether the work is done at the counter or at your address.

  • Is Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc. licensed and insured?

    We have no credential records on file for this company yet. Ask for the certificate directly from the insurer before booking work.

  • What areas does Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc. serve?

    Columbus. Coverage is as the business describes it, cross-checked against where its recent documented work is. Confirm your address before scheduling, particularly at the edge of a service area.

  • Does Carl Zipf Lock Shop, Inc. offer emergency service?

    Emergency availability is not listed for this company. If you need an urgent call-out, check the ranking for companies that do list it.

  • What warranty do they offer?

    Warranty terms are not on file. Ask for them in writing before work starts.

  • How was this profile built?

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About This Business Profile

Last reviewed
October 2026
Profile last updated
November 11, 2026
Google review data updated
October 29, 2026
Sources checked
Google Business Profile, Company website
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License (none published), insurance, founding year
Sponsorship status
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