Piano Repair & Reconditioning Services
Piano Repair & Reconditioning
Repairs Beyond Tuning, Without Rebuilding
Many instruments develop problems over time such as sticking keys, broken strings or hammers, cracked legs or cabinet parts, and cosmetic damage. Some issues can be corrected during an in home service visit, while others require the piano to be brought to our shop for piano repair or reconditioning.
In piano reconditioning, we work through the instrument as a whole or focus on specific areas, improving performance by cleaning, adjusting, and repairing components. Rather than replacing strings and other major parts, we preserve the piano’s original materials and restore proper function without moving into a full rebuild.
Piano Repair VS Piano Reconditioning
VERSUS FULL PIANO RESTORATION
Piano repair is a one-off service done to correct specific problems with the instrument. This may include fixing sticking keys, replacing a broken string, repairing pedals, or correcting mechanical issues so the piano functions properly again. This can be done while you have your piano in storage with us, or you can hire us to come to your home.
Piano reconditioning is a more comprehensive service similar to restoration but keeping the original parts and is performed in our workshop. The instrument as a whole or specific areas of the piano are addressed. Components can be cleaned, polished, adjusted, or repaired to restore proper performance without replacing major structural parts.
Piano restoration is a more extensive process where worn structural and mechanical components are replaced with new parts. Restoration rebuilds the instrument so it can perform and remain stable for many years to come.
Steinway Pedal Reconditioning
These images show the before and after of polishing heavily corroded pedals on a Steinway & Sons Model M. Years of oxidation had dulled the brass and left the surfaces uneven. The pedal assembly was carefully disassembled, cleaned, polished, and then coated with a protective film to slow future corrosion. The result restores the original appearance of the brass while preserving the underlying components.
PIANO LEG REPAIR
These images show the repair of a piano leg that had been severely damaged when a dog chewed through the wood. Large portions of the leg had been gouged and splintered, leaving missing material and exposed wood. The damaged areas were carefully rebuilt using epoxy, then shaped and sanded to restore the original contours of the leg. The repair was color matched to the surrounding finish, sealed, and lacquered so it blends seamlessly with the existing cabinet. Once completed, the prior damage is invisible and the leg once again appears original to the instrument.
Common Piano Repairs
BASIC PIANO REPAIRS
- Cabinet damage (broken music rack, legs, etc...)
- Legs that do not attach securely or wobble
- Squeaky pedals
- Install protective rubber casters
- Broken strings, broken hammers, missing felts
- Broken hinges, stripped screws
- Damaged exterior finish
- Sticking keys
- Polishing cabinet hardware (pedals, hinges, etc...)
HOW MUCH DOES PIANO REPAIR COST IN DALLAS, TX?
The cost of piano repair depends on the instrument and its overall condition. Some pianos have only a few isolated problems, while others develop a number of smaller issues over time. The first step is a piano evaluation to determine what should be repaired and whether the work will meaningfully improve the instrument.
In some cases, a simple repair can restore proper function quickly. In others, a more comprehensive service may be recommended. We do not recommend repairs when the improvement would not justify the cost.
For reference, our shop labor rate is $150 per hour. Most repairs, however, are quoted as a total price after we have evaluated the piano so you know the cost in advance. After seeing the instrument we provide a clear, itemized estimate outlining the recommended work. In many cases we can also give you a rough idea of the cost over the phone if you send us a few photos of the piano. You can attach photos to the request form below or text them to us.