Tuning and Repair
Maintenance of all kinds of pianos, player pianos, and reproducing
pianos.
Appraisal and Evaluation
Information on how much the piano is worth and what work needs to be
done on it.
Rebuilding
Returning pianos to good working condition
- recovering all pneumatics and bellows
- replacing all hoses and tubes
- cleaning and sealing valves
- replacing parts where necessary
Restoration
Returning pianos to mint quality condition, going a couple steps
beyond rebuilding:
- substantial replacement of piano action parts
- polishing all parts
- restringing
- refinishing the case
Refinishing
Restoring a piano's case to a like-new condition.
Additional Features
Specialty items can be added to player pianos, such as:
- custom mandolin attachments that add a "rinky tink"
ragtime or harpsichord sound.
- Automation (electrification) for those who would rather do
something else than pump while listening to the piano.
Reed Organ Rebuilding
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