Piano Tuning: Action And Key Service

Action and keys removed from the piano.
Labor allowance for up to 4 hours of cleaning and service as described.
Additional 30 minutes labor allowed for addressing any items found in need of attention during inspection.

Estimate provided and prior authorization obtained, if there is more time needed.

Typically allowances include time and material for making 5 or 6 minor repairs with no added charge.

The action is a complex system with several screws, springs, wood and felt parts that make 88 notes.
Removing debris by thoroughly dusting and vacuuming can improve performance.
The action is visually inspected, for detailed evaluation.
Repairs made per time and material allowance.

Each key removed from the piano.
individually cleaning each key improves movement.
Each key is visually inspected for worn felts, wear caused by friction, alignment issues etc.
Address minor key issues, per the allowance for time and material.

Removing the keys exposes the area underneath.
Cleaning and vacuuming this area can improve performance.
While exposed the rail pins and felt bushings are easy to inspect.
Address minor key bed issues, per the allowance for time and material.
This is a good time to consider replacing the center and front rail bushings, the materials are reasonable and the extra labor is minimal while the piano is apart. (see package pricing)

Work is typically done on site in the same day.
Occasionally completing work at our repair facility is a better option.
Action and Keyboard Service maybe a cost-effective way, for addressing several minor repairs that would otherwise be expensive, due to the labor involved, to remove piano parts, to reach an item needing attention.
Accumulated dust and debris can hinder the pianos performance. Simply dusting and vacuuming moving parts often provides a noticeable improvement in the way a piano performs.

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