KEEPING IT REGULATED
Regulation involves making careful adjustments to the action and keys, dampers and pedal systems to compensate for the effects of wear and humidity changes on your piano. Proper regulation focuses on making the action repeat quickly and play as evenly as possible throughout the entire scale of the piano. The cost of regulation varies with the amount needed and is billed at an hourly rate in most instances. Some minor regulation procedures are included with a basic tuning
VOICING
Voicing is the process of adjusting the tone of a piano by working with the hammers and strings.
Voicing may include filing and reshaping the hammers to remove the string grooves, and may include using needles on the hammer felts, or the use of a hardening or softening solution on the hammers. See the excellent PTG service bulletin about voicing by going to PTG.org, and selecting “Resources” and “Piano Care”.
REPAIRS/RECONDITIONING
Repair work is performed by a third-generation craftsman, with a guarantee on all repairs. The highest quality parts are used when their replacement is indicated. Please read the PTG Service Bulletin on reconditioning at “Piano Care”.
REBUILDING/RESTORATION/REFINISHING
We offer specialized referrals for refinishing work as well as referrals for complete restoration or remanufacture. Please see the link to our refinishing partner.
ESTIMATES & APPRAISALS
After a thorough evaluation, we can appraise the approximate value of your piano and give you a complete estimate of the cost to regulate or recondition your instrument.
PIANO LIFE-SAVER SYSTEMS
We can supply and install the famous Piano Life Saver Systems by Dampp-Chaser in almost any piano. These systems help stabilize your piano and prevent future climate-control problems. Check the link for more information
CONSULTING SERVICES
We consult on the purchase and sale of new and used pianos and would be happy to assist you in choosing your next piano. As an independent piano technician, I will recommend the piano that is right for you, not right for a dealer