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Piano repair in Macomb & Oakland County

Piano Repair & Regulation

Sticking keys, broken strings, buzzing notes and uneven touch, diagnosed and repaired in your home by a piano technician with more than 45 years of experience.

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  • Tuning pianos since 1977
  • Perkins School graduate
  • In-home service
  • Macomb & Oakland County
Overview

Fixing the problems that keep your piano from playing its best

Piano repair covers everything from a single sticking key to worn action parts, broken strings and pedal problems. Regulation is the fine adjustment of the thousands of moving parts in the action so every key feels even and responds the way it should.

Terry starts with an evaluation for repairs, explains what he finds in plain language and gives you honest options. Many common repairs are completed during the same visit.

  • Evaluation for repairs with clear, honest recommendations
  • Sticking, slow or silent keys
  • Broken strings and hammer, damper and spring repairs
  • Pedal squeaks, buzzes and rattles
  • Action regulation for an even, responsive touch
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Open grand piano action being repaired
Since 1977Perkins-trained technician
Common repairs

Signs your piano needs repair or regulation

  • Keys that stick or return slowly. Often caused by swollen bushings, debris or worn parts, and usually an easy fix.
  • Notes that buzz, rattle or go silent. Loose parts, broken springs or a damaged hammer are common causes.
  • An uneven or heavy touch. Over time felt compresses and parts shift, so the action needs regulation.
  • Pedals that squeak or do not work. Pedal trapwork can loosen and wear with years of use.
  • A broken string. Strings can be replaced and brought up to pitch so the note matches the rest of the piano.
Not sure whether your piano is worth fixing? Terry will tell you honestly. An evaluation often saves owners from spending money on a piano that is not worth repairing.
Related services

More ways Terry can help your piano

Piano Tuning

Precise in-home tuning for uprights, spinets, consoles and grands, including pitch raises for pianos that have gone years without service.

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Restoration, Refinishing & Restringing

Bring a family heirloom back to life with restringing, rebuilding and cabinet refinishing done with care.

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Piano Moving

Careful upright and grand piano moves within your home or across town, handled by people who understand pianos.

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Kind words

What piano owners say about Terry

I have used Terry to tune our Webber upright piano for several years now and he has always done an excellent job.

Phil Kosarek
Just a note to again thank you for the great job you did on my piano.

Kathrine C.
Just a short note to say thank you for the way my piano sounds and plays after your tuning.

Linda T.
Questions

Piano repair FAQs

Have a question that is not answered here? Call Terry at (586) 247-9001. He is happy to talk pianos.

Can you repair my piano at my home?
Yes. Most piano repairs and regulation work are done right in your home. Larger restoration projects may require taking parts or the piano to the shop, and Terry will explain that up front.
What is piano regulation?
Regulation is the precise adjustment of the piano action, the keys, hammers, dampers and related parts, so each key feels even and repeats quickly. It is different from tuning, which adjusts the pitch of the strings.
Is my old piano worth repairing?
It depends on the condition of the soundboard, pin block, strings and action. Terry will give you an honest evaluation and explain whether repair, restoration or replacement makes the most sense.
Can you fix a single sticking key?
Yes. Sticking keys are one of the most common repairs and are often fixed during a regular tuning visit.
Service area

In-home piano service across Macomb & Oakland County

Terry is based in Shelby Township and brings his tools to your home, church, school or studio throughout Macomb County, Oakland County and nearby Southeast Michigan communities.

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Get your piano repaired the right way

Call Terry to schedule in-home piano tuning, repair or an appraisal anywhere in Macomb and Oakland County.

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Mon to Fri 8 AM to 8 PM · Sat 8 AM to 1 PM · Closed Sunday