Full-Service Piano Tuning Appt - $230
Only Regular Tuning: $175. Annual: $150. Semiannual: $125
PianoDisc service: $95/hr +parts
Humidity Control 'Dampp-Chaser' installation - $675-$850
Appraisal - $115 (not for taxes. Only a certified appraiser can offer a IRS-proof appraisal of a piano)
Touch-Weight Analysis - Complete action rebalance; $1800
I provide a full-service appt, which includes any pitch-corrections, a concert tuning, vacuuming of the piano, minor regulation (action feel), and minor repairs (i.e. pedals not working). This appt usually takes about 2 1/2 hours. Most technicians charge for these things separately, ala cart.
Before 2020, I also used to charge separately, $150 for a tuning, $30 for a pitch-raise, $65 for a cleaning, and $65/hour addition repair service. The costs add up. So when you call someone and they say "$150 for a piano tuning", it may not include other basic things like "fixing the sustain pedal".
I have very limited time on Saturdays, so I want to make sure I fill those times effectively.
I've been a full-time piano technician since 1997. I started working as a technician while in college, and I've been in this business ever since. You can learn more about me HERE.
I currently work full-time at Michigan State University College of Music as the Artist Level Piano Technician. I work closely with some of the worlds most talented musicians; students, faculty, and guest artists.
At the university, I regularly work on 6 concert grands for concerts, recitals, performances & masterclasses. I care for over 200 pianos at the College, which includes everything from Steinway, Boston, Yamaha, Kawai, Baldwin, and Mason & Hamlin.
I have an extensive background in piano rebuilding, repair, care, & service. I pride myself on my work, my business ethics, & and my accomplishments and it shows in how I treat my clients.
Yes, but only for returning customers. I have over 2000 customers in my database, and I've worked with them in the past. I know their pianos are taken care of and what to expect when I tune for them. If I have not tuned your piano before, I will not do a "tuning only." It is important I know the piano before committing to an "only tuning" service.
For my returning customers - $175 for a piano tuning only. If you commit to annual tunings,- $150 annually or $125 if you commit to a tuning every 6 months.
Voicing & hammer Treatment - Revitalize the tone of the hammers. Too loud? Too mellow? Uneven tone from note-to-note? Addressing the tone of the piano is called "Voicing" and can make a big different in liking the piano or hating the piano.
Piano Moving: Contact Mike & Louis Piano Movers - (248) 332-2244
Accessories: Bench, dolly, caster cups, covers, music-stand lights, etc. Anything piano related, I can probably get.