Katz Tires

this place is my new go-​to tire place. in and out in 30 minutes. right tires, right price, guys are cool.

I’ve been coming to Katz for about 12 years now. Like all the other reviews have stated, they’re fast, friendly and do a great job. I’ve never once had someone try to talk me into something I didn’t want or need. On 2 separate occasions, most recently yesterday, they’ve patched a tire for me at no charge. Little things like that are why I, and others, keep coming back.
I love the way that Katz runs their business. It should be THE model for all businesses. Their number one goal seems to be 100% customer satisfaction. I know a lot of other companies also make that claim, but Katz is one of the very few places I’ve been where I truly feel that is the case.
I’m a customer for life. I have, and will continue to, recommend Katz Tires to anyone who asks! Keep up the good work!

Super fast. Very inexpensive and nice guys working there. I’d go back in a heartbeat.

The other reviews are all true! We had a flat recently and I was looking for a place that would actually review the tire and try to repair it if possible, rather than just try to upsell me on a new tire blindly. I read the reviews on Unilocal and decided to try out Katz, a bit hesitantly, because I wasnt sure if I could trust everything I read here.
I must say it was an amazing experience. I called ahead, but was told to just walk-​in when convenient. When I did, there were 3 other customers ahead of me, so I was sure it’d take at least an hour. I was wrong — I was out of there in 20 mins. The service is super fast.
They pulled out the tire, showed me the hole and showed me why it was irreparable. They then asked me if I wanted a used or new tire. I asked to see the used tire first, and the tread on it was actually better than the one we had busted. I decided to go with the used tire for now, so when the time is up for the others, I could replace all four.
I was out of there in 20 mins, which was great, because I could avoid the rush hour traffic I would have been stuck in otherwise.
In the meanwhile, I asked for a quote for 4 tires on my other car, a BMW (which I’m looking to replace in a month or two). I had been quoted upwards of $ 1300 for a pair of 4 at other tire shops locally. The manager was able to remember in his head which tires my BMW needs and their price and quoted me $ 750 installed, which is a great price.
All in all, I’m thrilled with the service and would recommend anybody thinking twice to just go there and try it out.

I cannot recommend Katz Tires enough for any tire related issues. I’ve been here to get a tire patched and was charged nothing for the service. I was amazed when they told me it was free. I’ve bought two used tires here for around $ 70. I recently came here to get yet another tire and it was $ 40.
The thing I love about Katz (other than the great prices) is the customer service. Someone is always willing to help and let me know what’s going on with my car before they make any changes/​put the tires on my car. I love that they aren’t pushy. I especially love that they are honest.
I will continue to go to Katz and recommend them to others as long as I live in Columbus.

This place changed my life. Only $ 30 for a tire when all other tire companies were charging $ 200+. I don’t understand how the other places stay in business with Katz around.
Thanks again Katz

Walked into the shop on a Saturday morning. I was quickly attended to. I thought I had to buy two new tires for my truck which would have costed me a couple hundred.
The employee said he could sell me just one used tire with the same amount of tread left as the others for $ 40.
Great gentleman and honest salesman. The Columbus potholes didn’t win this time.

They’re so quick! I promise I was in and out in 35 minutes. Super reasonable prices. I called another place, and they quoted me the same price for 2 tires that Katz gave me for 4 tires! Free rotations for the life of the tire, what’s not to love!

I suppose I could subtract one half star as this location is anything but plush, with a heavy rubber smell, tires stacked at the edge of the waiting area and waiting room furniture that would have zero resale value. The general grime level tells me this place hasn’t seen anything but a vacuum cleaner in years.
But I don’t want to subtract any stars.
That’s not why you go to a tire store anyway. You want good prices, quality tires and great service. And you get that here.
I just got my wheels balanced today, for free, and the car drives like it’s new.
That makes me very happy.
In fact, if you buy any tires from Katz they will balance them, for free, for the life of the tire. That’s worth at least $ 25 each visit. And the service is fast. In and out in about 20 minutes.
These are good people, providing an important service at a reasonable price.
It is rare to find a business that has such a customer centric business model. I think the public would be well advised to support this model as opposed to the corporate profit centered business model that others use.
Therefore I would recommend that you buy your next set of tires at Katz tire.
I will.

I busted a tire and went to this place on my lunch break. They got me a brand new tire for $ 83 and I was in and out in 10 minutes flat. I recommend them to everyone.

After discovering a flat leaving work and realizing I needed a new set of tires ASAP (I’d been putting it off), I requested an estimate online, not expecting to hear back until the following morning.
To my surprise, I was emailed back that evening! We figured out what tires I would need, the (low!) price, and that I could drop my car off first thing in the morning.
My new tires were on by lunchtime. On the way out, I received a sincere «Thank you for your business.» I can’t remember the last time I was told that.
Fantastic experience all around. I’m a customer for life.

35 out of 37 Unilocal reviews for Katz Tires are 5 Stars. I’m giving them 5 stars too.
First Star: Came in without an appointment today at about 2:15pm. My dealership required an appointment — the next day.
Second Star: 35 minutes from pulling in to back on the road. My dealership quoted me an hour plus for service.
Third Star: The really nice older man who got everything set up was super nice and had a really good sense of humor. My dealership sounded like they were annoyed when they were talking to me on the phone.
Fourth Star: $ 150 plus tax got me two new tires –balancing included. My dealership wanted $ 330 plus tax for the «special» tires my Sonata supposedly uses (yeah right) and tire balancing is extra.
Fifth Star: The sign says they’ve been in open since 1908 which is 107 years in business and I think that’s effing cool.
Bonus point: The elderly Black lady that came in after me told them she couldn’t afford the $ 40 for one used tire that they quoted her so they told her they’d do it for $ 30.
Bonus point #2: If you buy any tires from Katz they will balance them for free, for the life of your tires.
So how are the tires on your car?

Very nice people and great price. Service was very nice. Definite will go back again.

All the reviews for this place sounded too good to be true but I decided to try out Katz Tires anyway for installing some aftermarket wheels that I purchased. This place is really as good as it gets. Fast, easy and thorough service from nice people for a great price.
I bought a set of aftermarket wheels for my car and took them to Katz, hoping to buy tires from there and install them. They were able to accommodate my busy schedule and start working with me from the moment I got there. When considering tires, they gave me great options from various price ranges and didn’t try to upsell me at all, instead providing honest reviews of the price ranges for tires and what I would need/​want.
During the install, they ran into a problem with one of my TPMS sensors but replaced it without hassle. I was in and out of there in an hour plus with a great set of wheels and tires for a fantastic price. They also cover any follow-​up that could be necessary. Past that, they show enthusiasm for cars and their work, and are just a great bunch to be around. Truly a 5 star shop.

Called looking for used tire — and Katz had it! I probably called 12 – 15 places fruitlessly before calling Katz. My mistake — should have called Katz first. So brought the car in to get the tire installed — FAST SERVICE — in & out in probably 10 minutes or so.
The second time I went to Katz was when I had a leak in my front tire. Katz checked it for free, clean, and reseal — all for free! They just won a lifetime customer!
All the reviews written here for Katz are quite legit — since I experienced them myself for their super-​fast service, not pushy, satisfaction guaranteed, friendliness, and integrity.

I would give these guys 10 stars and buy them a beer if I could. Absolutely a model business. Brought my car in without an appointment for a punctured flat tire and these guys patched it up in 15 minutes and said the service was on the house because of the «long wait» haha. These guys are amazing and deserve your future business.

So my tire went flat on Friday and the guys I work with were sweet enough to pump it up for me. Took it over to Monro and I should have known better. They wouldn’t even look at fixing it. Just told me I needed new tires and it was unrepairable but couldn’t even tell me why it went flat.
It’s kind of funny in hindsight because I took it to Katz and told them I needed some new tires and they told me I didn’t. It’s a freezing cold Sunday morning. I was in and out in less than half an hour and the guy (I wish I would have caught his name but I didn’t) cleaned up the rim, re-​sealed it for $ 20 and I was out the door with a smile on my face.
That was just this morning and so far, so good. He also told me if it doesn’t hold to bring it back with my receipt and they will credit that towards whatever tire purchase. Now THAT is customer service and more shops should understand that 2 weeks after Christmas maybe everybody doesn’t have the money to just buy new tires and they just need something to hold them over for the moment.
I will DEFINITELY be back. Thanks Katz!

The reviews are legit. You will probably never have an experience like this at any other car shop.
I’ve been here four or five times, all for punctures, slow leaks, and the like, and have never waited for more than fifteen or twenty minutes or paid more than $ 15 for their services. Twice I left without paying anything! Once, because it was apparently a «simple» fix, and the second time because they told me that I didn’t need a new tire after Grismer told me I did, and sent me to Wheels Unlimited to check Grismer’s work (oh, and if you need a good wheel shop, go to Wheels Unlimited, another cheap, quality auto shop).
When I need anything tire related, it’s always Katz. I just wish they did everything else.

These guys are old school and these guys ARE GOOD!!! My wife got a screw in her tire. Germ@!n Ford told me that it was illegal to repair my tire and tried to scam me into a new one for $ 225+. I’ve been around too long and had tires plugged or patched before to fall for that line. Based of Unilocal reviews, I thought that I would give Katz a try.
Wow, am I glad that I did! They were busy, but took care of me promptly. They didn’t push me behind people buying new tires. I was repaired & out of there in less than 45 minutes. Yes, they did charge me because my tires were original equipment and had not been purchased from them.
So what! They saved me $ 200 over my Ford dealers’ angle. I will give Katz the first shot at selling me new tires on my vehicles when the time comes. Thank you Katz!

I got a flat tire on my car last week. Both Firestone and Goodyear wanted about $ 35 (after fees and taxes) and a few hours of work (probably overnight as I don’t get out of work until 5pm). I decided to try out Katz based on the reviews I saw online.
I arrived and an older Caucasian man, didn’t get his name, took my keys to work on my car immediately. I made a cup of (Keurig) coffee, talked to that man a little bit, sat down to read about two pages, and my tire was done! I asked how much it was and the gentleman from before said «no charge!» Wished I asked what caused my flat, but to be honest, I left ASAP in case they changed their mind haha. Now that I’ve read some more reviews I can see that kindness is par for the course though.
Super friendly service, no wait, extremely fast turn around time, great prices (free). Would not hesitate to recommend this shop. 5 stars from me.