Common problems
- Lost keys or just moved in
- Want stronger locks or a smart lock
- Locked out of the house
Services
- Home lockouts
- Lock rekeying
- Smart lock installation
Safety first: If you're locked out and someone's in danger, like a child or pet inside on a hot day, call 911 first.
Get connected
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Columbus homes, up close
The Dublin Road plant treats water from the Scioto River and the Griggs and O'Shaughnessy reservoirs. Brick homes from the 1800s line the streets of German Village.
Electrical, HVAC and plumbing contractors must hold an Ohio state license before getting a city license. Doors here range from older wood doors with mortise locks to newer steel doors with deadbolts.
Doors swell and shrink with the seasons, which can make deadbolts hard to throw in winter. The Parsons Avenue plant treats groundwater from a wellfield.
Problems people call about
Typical reasons people reach out:
- Want stronger locks or a smart lock
- Locked out of the house
- Lost keys or just moved in
From call to visit
- Share your ZIP code and what you are seeing.
- We look for an available locksmith near Columbus and connect you.
- Nothing is booked until you and the pro agree on the visit and the cost.
Who handles what in Columbus
Ask the locksmith for ID, the company name and a written price before any work begins. If you are adding a smart lock or keypad, ask whether the door and frame are a good fit, and keep the backup key somewhere other than your car.
Before the visit
If you have a smart lock, look up the brand and model before the visit.
Questions from Columbus residents
Can a locksmith open a smart lock?
Many can, but it depends on the model. Tell them the brand when you call. Electronic locks often have a mechanical key override, and the model decides whether it can be opened without damage.
What should I do after a break-in?
Call the police first. Once it is safe, a locksmith can repair damaged doors or frames and rekey or replace locks.
Is my neighborhood in Columbus covered?
We look for independent pros across Columbus, including Merion Village, Northland, German Village and Short North, and ZIP codes 43002, 43081, 43085, 43109, 43137 and others. Coverage depends on which pros are available that day, so we will tell you right away if we cannot find someone.
What is the difference between rekeying and replacing?
Rekeying changes the pins so old keys stop working, keeping the same hardware. Replacing swaps the lock entirely. Rekeying is usually the cheaper choice when the hardware is in good shape and you simply want old keys to stop working.
If things get worse while you wait, call back and tell us. Safety comes before scheduling.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Columbus, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 43002, 43081, 43085, 43109, 43137, 43201, 43202, 43203, 43204, 43205, 43206, 43207, 43209, 43210, 43211, 43212, 43213, 43214, 43215, 43218, 43219, 43220, 43221, 43222, 43223, 43224, 43227, 43228, 43229, 43230, 43231, 43232, 43235, 43240
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Other services in Columbus
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