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Fitch Locksmith

Locksmith · New London, OH · reviewed since 2017

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%97+56.9Reliability 26%96+25Value 15%83+12.6Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 94Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#23 of 52 locksmithsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 57%
5.0 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · 3 photos
100%five-star reviews
0%1–2★, last 16 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Mar 2022latest review

Fitch Locksmith at a glance

Customers consistently praise the locksmith for providing same-day service, including lock re-keying, key duplication, and key fob programming. Reviewers highlight the technician's punctuality, professional communication, and willingness to offer honest advice without upselling unnecessary hardware. The business is noted for its reasonable pricing and thorough work on both residential and automotive needs. With a perfect five-star rating from sixteen reviews, no common criticisms were identified in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 16 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 16 Google reviews (14 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: March 8, 2022.
  • Service: Locksmith serving New London, Ohio.

Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.

Score profile vs other locksmiths

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and satisfaction; weakest: value.

Satisfaction97Reliability96Craft & service98Value83Momentum–Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 97 (median 94)Reliability: 96 (median 91)Craft & service: 98 (median 100)Value: 83 (median 100)
Fitch LocksmithLocksmiths median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Fitch Locksmith: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
97
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Fitch Locksmith: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
96
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Fitch Locksmith: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
98
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Fitch Locksmith: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
83
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 81.–
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Star ratings

16 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars16100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 14 written reviews

  • Praise35100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude926%
  • Quality & results823%
  • Speed & response720%
  • Would recommend514%
  • Price & value39%
  • Honesty & trust26%
  • Communication13%

What customers talk about

We read 14 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Jeff is extremely knowledgeable, very pleasant and professional.”
  • “Amazing work and would recommend over any other locksmith”
  • “Lost my keys and Same day I called I got a new set.”
  • “I would recommend to a friend, and I will return as a customer .”
  • “HONEST, POLITE, HARD WORKING, SINCERE, and VERY REASONABLY PRICED!”
  • “Jeff is EXTREMELY HONEST, and will work with you to provide the best service and options!”
  • “Professional, courteous, prompt with his time and all communication.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

eboni7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 5 years ago★★★★★

Great experience! This was my first time needing locks re-keyed. Great value and quality! Jeff even gave me a recommendation for another service that I need. I’ll definitely refer others who need locksmith services! 🔑

Lock rekeying+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Cheryl8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 years ago★★★★★

Jeff was very nice over the phone and in person .Programmed my Fob, it was a bit of a challenge but it all turned out good. I would recommend to a friend, and I will return as a customer . But use Google Maps to find him, other places take you to a different place in downtown Elyria.

+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Michael2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 years ago★★★★★

Awesome job. Stayed past closing time and helped me out big time. Very knowledgeable- wasn’t an easy fix!

Devon7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 years ago★★★★★

Lost my keys and Same day I called I got a new set. Amazing work and would recommend over any other locksmith

+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Michael10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 years ago★★★★★

We purchased a home and wanted the locks changed. Jeff is extremely knowledgeable, very pleasant and professional. Jeff replaced 1 lock and 2 cylinders on the other doors. If you need a locksmith, Jeff is the Go To Guy. We highly recommend Jeff for any locksmith job.

Terri1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 years ago★★★★★

Great service . Jeff was a very honest and knowledgeable guy. I called and had no problem scheduling and appointment for him to program my new key fobs I had purchased. Never knew this little gem of a place was even there. I was spreading the new of his location and service for the Elyria area. Prices are good too. He is the go to guy.

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 16 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
eboni7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews eboni has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great experience! This was my first time needing locks re-keyed. Great value and quality! Jeff even gave me a recommendation for another service that I need. I’ll definitely refer others who need locksmith services! 🔑

  • Positive: Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value
  • Services: Lock rekeying
Cheryl Payne-Garra8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cheryl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jeff was very nice over the phone and in person .Programmed my Fob, it was a bit of a challenge but it all turned out good. I would recommend to a friend, and I will return as a customer . But use Google Maps to find him, other places take you to a different place in downtown Elyria.

  • Positive: Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Michael Marcum2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Awesome job. Stayed past closing time and helped me out big time. Very knowledgeable- wasn’t an easy fix!

Devon Stewart7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Devon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Lost my keys and Same day I called I got a new set. Amazing work and would recommend over any other locksmith

  • Positive: Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Michael Elkevizth10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We purchased a home and wanted the locks changed. Jeff is extremely knowledgeable, very pleasant and professional. Jeff replaced 1 lock and 2 cylinders on the other doors. If you need a locksmith, Jeff is the Go To Guy. We highly recommend Jeff for any locksmith job.

Terri Schramm1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Terri has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great service . Jeff was a very honest and knowledgeable guy. I called and had no problem scheduling and appointment for him to program my new key fobs I had purchased. Never knew this little gem of a place was even there. I was spreading the new of his location and service for the Elyria area. Prices are good too. He is the go to guy.

Jill LukesLocal Guide · 38 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jeff showed up on the same day I called to have a lock rekeyed. Although there was an issue with the door hardware, he did not try to upsell me. He was able to get the door to work properly without any new hardware. I highly recommend Fitch Locksmith!

Larry DeSimpelareLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Larry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

NEED A NEW CAR FOB and KEY....CALL JEFF! If you need a LOCKSMITH....CALL JEFF! I called multiple locksmiths and got a whole bunch of different answers. Jeff is EXTREMELY HONEST, and will work with you to provide the best service and options! I needed a second Key and Fob for a 2018 Vehicle....He gave me all the options....he could sell me the FOB, as well as cut key and program the FOB, or I could purchase my own FOB and he simply cut the key and programmed the FOB. Save me well over $100 for what others told me! I did a lot of phone calls and research before landing on JEFF....BEST IN THE AVON/LORAIN/GREATER WEST SIDE! HONEST, POLITE, HARD WORKING, SINCERE, and VERY REASONABLY PRICED! You will be GLAD you did!

Adam Vallo3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Adam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Thorough and fast with great customer service made a new key and programmed 2 for my vehicle in less than an hour

adam davenport6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews adam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jeff did a great job to not only make duplicate keys for my wifes newer minivan but also to program a new alarm button ignition key fob where others couldn't. He was quick, thorough, and efficient.

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