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Do you have an older piano that doesn't operate properly? Many such pianos are relegated to being pieces of furniture, decor, or display stands for family photos, as they can no longer be used to effectively play music.
There is hope! Gress Piano Service can assist you with almost any internal repairs that your piano requires in order to operate as a beautiful musical instrument again. After a brief assessment (usually during an initial tuning appointment), problems can be diagnosed and the necessary repairs can be scheduled. |
Key RestorationOne of the most immediately-noticable repairs that can be made to an older piano is restoring the keys. Over time, keytops can begin to turn yellow or develop cracks/chips. In addition, the black keys may have lost their outer clear coat, resulting in black pigment rubbing off onto your fingertips when you play the piano.
The keys can also begin to wobble from side to side as the bushings wear out. This can lead to a 'loose' feeling while playing an older piano. Replacing the keytops and the bushings will not only give the piano a significant makeover, it will also give the pianist greater control while playing. |
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Upright Piano Action Rebuilding
Many old upright pianos have great sentimental value to their owners. If you have a family heirloom that you are looking to restore into a fine musical instrument, please reach out! This is a service that Gress Piano Service is proud to offer.
One aspect of action rebuilding is replacing the hammers. The image below shows the difference that this can make. In this piano, the felts on the original hammers have begun to separate from the wood moldings. The new replacement hammers look and sound much better!
One aspect of action rebuilding is replacing the hammers. The image below shows the difference that this can make. In this piano, the felts on the original hammers have begun to separate from the wood moldings. The new replacement hammers look and sound much better!
New Hammers Installed Next To Original Hammers
RestringingPiano strings are extremely resilient! Unlike guitar strings, which may be changed every couple of weeks, piano strings can maintain a beautiful tone for decades! Having said that, all pianos eventually reach a point where new strings will produce a significant tonal improvement.
If you think that your piano might be ready for a new set of strings, feel free to reach out through the Contact page to schedule an assessment. If restringing is needed, it often makes sense to bundle it with action restoration, as the new strings will really sing when the hammers are in good condition. |
Replacing Bass Strings in a Grand Piano
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Pedal Repairs and Caster Replacement
Did you have a piano-moving mishap? Not to worry! Gress piano service can replace broken pedals and broken casters (wheels). All you have to do is send pictures of your piano so that the proper parts can be ordered.
Another reason why you may decide to replace the casters is if you would like to move your piano across hard surfaces more easily. Many older pianos are equipped with cast-iron wheels that no longer move very well. These can be replaced with robust, dual-wheel rotating casters to make your life easier when you need to move the piano away from the wall for spring cleaning.
Another reason why you may decide to replace the casters is if you would like to move your piano across hard surfaces more easily. Many older pianos are equipped with cast-iron wheels that no longer move very well. These can be replaced with robust, dual-wheel rotating casters to make your life easier when you need to move the piano away from the wall for spring cleaning.