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Piano appraisals in Southeast Michigan

Piano Estimates & Appraisals

Know what your piano is really worth. Terry provides honest retail and wholesale value estimates and condition evaluations for owners, buyers, estates and insurance.

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

An honest answer to "What is my piano worth?"

A piano appraisal is a professional evaluation of a piano's make, age, condition and market value. Terry inspects the instrument in person and gives you an estimate of both retail and wholesale value, along with a clear picture of any work it may need.

With more than 45 years of experience servicing pianos across Southeast Michigan, Terry knows which pianos hold their value and which ones need more work than they are worth.

  • Retail and wholesale value estimates
  • Condition evaluations before you buy a used piano
  • Appraisals for insurance, estates and donations
  • Repair and restoration estimates
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Grand piano being evaluated for an appraisal
Since 1977Perkins-trained technician
When you need an appraisal

Common reasons piano owners call for an appraisal

  • Selling a piano. Price it fairly and know what buyers and dealers are likely to pay.
  • Buying a used piano. Have it inspected before you buy so you do not inherit expensive problems.
  • Settling an estate. Get a fair value for a piano that is part of a family estate.
  • Insurance or donation. Document the value of your instrument for coverage or a charitable gift.
Estimates and appraisals are done in person. Terry does not provide value estimates by email, since the condition of a piano is impossible to judge from photos alone.
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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Piano Repair & Regulation

Sticking keys, broken strings, worn hammers, noisy pedals and action problems diagnosed and fixed, often in a single visit.

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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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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 appraisal FAQs

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

Can you tell me what my piano is worth over the phone or email?
Not accurately. Value depends heavily on condition, so Terry inspects the piano in person before giving an estimate.
What is the difference between retail and wholesale value?
Retail value is roughly what a buyer might pay for the piano from a seller in good condition. Wholesale value is closer to what a dealer might pay to purchase it. Terry provides both.
Should I have a used piano inspected before buying it?
Yes. A pre-purchase evaluation can uncover cracked soundboards, loose tuning pins or worn actions that are expensive to fix.
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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Macomb County

Oakland County

Schedule a piano appraisal

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